Ghent Travel Guide
Norfolk
Popular places to visit
Chrysler Museum of Art
Be amazed by the breadth and quality of this collection of art and glasswork at a free museum in the heart of the city.
Naval Station Norfolk
Tour the world’s largest naval complex and see some of the U.S. Navy’s most powerful ships.
Old Dominion University
Enjoy the student vibe at Old Dominion University during your visit to Norfolk. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Waterside District
A riverside district with restaurants, bars and nightclubs stands beside a scenic park and promenade with cycle and running lanes.
Norfolk Scope
Catch an event at Norfolk Scope during your trip to Norfolk. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Norfolk State University
Enjoy the student vibe at Norfolk State University during your visit to Norfolk. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Dinner Cruise
Norfolk's Combo Tickets - Virginia Zoo & Battleship Wisconsin
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Brunch Cruise
Top hotels in Ghent
Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront
"MJ smell everywhere"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Hyatt Place Virginia Beach / Oceanfront
"We had an excellent stay at Hyatt Place Virginia Beach and would absolutely return. The hotel was super clean, modern, and in the perfect location right on the beach. We highly recommend booking a high-floor oceanfront room — the views are incredible and the large balcony made the experience even ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront
"Great place to vacation"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Ocean Resort
"We enjoyed our time not the cleanest. Bathroom tub was pretty gross. It needs to be redone but the location was top tier!"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Hampton Inn Virginia Beach-Oceanfront South
"The room was nice and clean. The beach view was beautiful. The staff were helpful. The charge of $20.00 per night for parking on the premises was not acceptable, especially since we were not aware of the extra charge."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Schooner Inn
"Staff was excellent. Room needed work. Floor was separated. Shower know was not working right. Balcony door was very hard to open. Can hear noise from people in other room Bed was ok."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Ghent
Downtown Norfolk
If you're spending time in Downtown Norfolk, check out sights like The NorVa or Norva Theater and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Monticello Station or MacArthur Square Station.
East Ocean View
If you're spending some time in East Ocean View, Norfolk Beaches and Chesapeake Bay are top sights worth seeing.
Bayview
While Bayview isn't home to many top sights, Norfolk Beaches and Ocean View Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Ocean View
While there might not be top attractions in Ocean View, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ocean View Beach and Norfolk Beaches.
Willoughby Spit
If you're spending some time in Willoughby Spit, Norfolk Beaches and Chesapeake Bay are top sights worth seeing.
