Downtown Newport News Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Christopher Newport University
Explore the campus of Christopher Newport University as part of your travels around Newport News. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Huntington Park
After visiting Huntington Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Newport News. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Huntington Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Huntington Beach during your trip to Newport News? Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Mariner's Museum
View seagoing vessels from around the world, watch the restoration of historic ships and build your own virtual ironclad warship at this modern museum.
Newport News City Hall
Newport News City Hall is just one of the places to see in Newport News, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Fort Eustis
Fort Eustis is just one of the places to see in North Newport News, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the picturesque gardens in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Busch Gardens Williamsburg Theme Park Tickets
Colonial Williamsburg Admission
Norfolk's Combo Tickets - Virginia Zoo & Battleship Wisconsin
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Dinner Cruise
A Day Full of Fun at Virginia Living Museum
Jamestown Settlement American Revolution Museum 7-Day Ticket
Top hotels in Downtown Newport News
Embassy Suites by Hilton Hampton Convention Center
Everything was okay up until it was time to check out. Apparently there was an active threat and we had to all get up and go outside. It was very cold and I had just got out of the pool right before getting ready to check out and I feel that if they had better security that may not have happened. ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Chesapeake
Overall good stay. Bed is cozy and comfortable. Had cockroach in the hallway. Room had a smell of humidity Kids and family were talking at 1:00 AM
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Hampton near Coliseum
Easy check in
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Virginia Beach Town Center
Cute place to stay in great location. Staff was friendly.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel
The staff was very polite and friendly!
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Red Roof Inn Chesapeake Conference Center
Check IN with virtual assistant was not expected. Would help if the attendant spoke louder and better English. Also, with new system helpful in giving pre and post expectations (ie Check out procedure). A/C fan ran all night even with warmer temp selection. Began to get cold in the early morning ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Newport News
North End
Though North End may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Newport News City Hall and Huntington Beach.
Newsome
While Newsome may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Newport News City Hall and War Memorial Stadium.
Newmarket
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Newmarket and surrounding area, you can visit Huntington Beach and Virginia War Museum.
Hilton Village
While there might not be top attractions in Hilton Village, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Skiffes Creek Redoubt and Huntington Beach.
Green Oaks
Green Oaks might not have many top sights, but Mariner's Museum and Virginia Living Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Ivy Farms
While there might not be top attractions in Ivy Farms, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Virginia Living Museum and Mariner's Museum.
