Willoughby Spit Travel Guide
Norfolk
Visit Willoughby Spit
Popular places to visit
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 acclaimed theatre scene 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.
Virginia Zoo
A popular zoo as famous for its wild kingdom of animals as it is for an outstanding collection of themed gardens.
Things to do
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Dinner Cruise
Norfolk's Combo Tickets - Virginia Zoo & Battleship Wisconsin
Visit Norfolk's Perk Up Pass
Top hotels in Willoughby Spit
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Virginia Beach (Oceanfront)
Nice clean room with a great view. Parking was convenient to location of my room. Breakfast was good
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Surfbreak Virginia Beach Oceanfront, an Ascend Collection Hotel
This was a nice property on the beach. Perfect to see the sunrise each morning.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Virginia Beach / Oceanfront
Initially there was an issue with the room being ready. So when it was I got upgraded for free. Basically I got a slightly larger room. I was happy with it and the staff were very helpful.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Hilton Vacation Club Ocean Beach Club Virginia Beach
Dirty room
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Schooner Inn
View of beach was obstructed by a crane; old facility; not family friendly at all.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront
Outstanding service Room was clean and great beach view
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Willoughby Spit
Willoughby Terrace
Though Willoughby Terrace may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ocean View Beach and Sarah Constant Shrine Beach.
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.
Fleet
Visitors to Fleet enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Naval Station Norfolk is worth a stop.
Cottage Line
If you're spending some time in Cottage Line, 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.
Cottage Park
If you're spending some time in Cottage Park, Norfolk Beaches and Chesapeake Bay are top sights worth seeing.
