Downtown Newport News Travel Guide
Newport News
Visit Downtown Newport News
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 lively festivals 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
Colonial Williamsburg Admission
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Dinner Cruise
Norfolk's Combo Tickets - Virginia Zoo & Battleship Wisconsin
Jamestown Settlement American Revolution Museum 7-Day Ticket
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Brunch Cruise
Visit Norfolk's Perk Up Pass
Top hotels in Downtown Newport News
Wingate by Wyndham Chesapeake
"Poor cleaning, dry blood stained covers, the house keeper only took out the trash. The manager was not helpful and not accommodating of us asking for extra towels and actual clean covers and that the housekeeper didn't clean. While not their fault but the elevator was down. No wifi or more power ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Comfort Suites Airport
"Property was good, but the number of guests overwhelmed the breakfast area as far as seating available. Food was a bit cold for a hot breakfast. Too many guests for the eating area the hotel currently has available."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Hampton Convention Center
"I was pleased with the staff and the breakfast."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Budget Inn Norfolk Va
"Washroom doors are not working, they are not cleaning rooms"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown
"$280 a night for a run down hotel with no hot water in the sink, and only intermittent lukewarm water with low pressure in the shower. Property was run down, there were hairs on the towels, and the sheets didn't look clean. What a ripoff!"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
STUDIOS & SUITES 4 LESS CHESAPEAKE
"Floor was sticky and ceiling fan box in the bathroom broke. The bed was clean with flat blankets and flat pillows. Basically had my crocs on and stayed in the bed. The room smelled of cigarette smoke even though I asked for a nonsmoking room. Loud people cooking at night but I’m a heavy sleeper so ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Check Downtown Newport News hotel availability
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Newport News
Marshall
While Marshall 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 Huntington Beach.
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.
Salters Creek
When in Salters Creek, you can plan a visit to War Memorial Stadium and Newport News City Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
