Ghent
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 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
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Brunch Cruise
Norfolk's Combo Tickets - Virginia Zoo & Battleship Wisconsin
Top hotels in Ghent
Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront
"I had a good stay at this hotel. I reserved a beach front room with a view and balcony. the room was clean and the view was fantastic. My room was on the 12th floor so that made the view even better. I felt safe with the double locks on the door. It was just steps to the ocean beach, and the indoor ..."
Reviewed on 21 May, 2026
Hyatt Place Virginia Beach / Oceanfront
"Amazing hotel. Very clean and great customer service"
Reviewed on 21 May, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Virginia Beach (Oceanfront)
"Beach view"
Reviewed on 22 May, 2026
Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront
"Great view the room was real nice and clean and the restaurant seafood bar was wonderful also had live music playing at the pavilion"
Reviewed on 20 May, 2026
Surfbreak Virginia Beach Oceanfront, an Ascend Collection Hotel
"Clean room, direct ocean access, we loved our stay."
Reviewed on 22 May, 2026
Schooner Inn
"Good ocean views, clean comfortable rooms. Only problem was the water pressure in the bathroom sink was terrible."
Reviewed on 21 May, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ghent
Norfolk Auto Row Historic District
While Norfolk Auto Row Historic District isn't home to many top sights, Harrison Opera House and Chrysler Museum of Art are some notable places to visit nearby.
West Freemason
While you're in West Freemason, take in top sights like Hunter House Victorian Museum and jump on the metro at York Street-Free Mason Station to see more of the city.
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.
Olde Huntersville
While Olde Huntersville may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Harrison Opera House and Norfolk Scope.
Fleet
Visitors to Fleet enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Naval Station Norfolk is worth a stop.
Bayview
While Bayview isn't home to many top sights, Norfolk Beaches and Ocean View Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
