4 days in Norfolk Itinerary

Norfolk formed around a natural harbor that’s home to the world’s largest naval base, which helped cement the city as a keystone for strategic military planning and government.

Get a sense of the local culture at American Revolution Museum at Yorktown and The Mariners' Museum & Park. Discover out-of-the-way places like Cape Henry Lighthouse and Chrysler Museum of Art. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Norfolk: Sandbridge Beach (in Virginia Beach), Williamsburg (Bruton Parish Episcopal Church & Colonial Williamsburg) and Yorktown Battlefield (in Yorktown).

To see maps, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Norfolk trip planner.

In May in Norfolk, expect temperatures between 77°F during the day and 60°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Mon) so you can travel back home.