Explore downtown Norfolk just outside our door

Located in the heart of the beautiful Hampton Roads region of southern Virginia, Norfolk is a dynamic destination with the best of both worlds:  beautiful waterfront coastline and a bustling downtown area.  Near Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel, you'll find: The Waterside Convention Center, a myriad of upscale dining options, cultural activities, unique shops, performing arts venues, and more Norfolk attractions - all right outside the door of our downtown Norfolk hotel. 

Explore a historic battleship, or troll the grounds at a children's garden - visitors of all ages will appreciate the many sights, sounds, and surprises that Norfolk attractions have in store.  Shopoholics will appreciate the many options for browsing, including specialty shops and antique stores, as well as national retailers like Dillard's and Nordstrom.  Casual browsers and serious shoppers alike will love to explore all that Norfolk has to offer.

Dining and Nightlife
Foodies are invited!  Experience Norfolk from a culinary perspective and you'll come to realize why it's Virginia's best-kept secret. With a variety of distinctive chef-owned restaurants, you are sure to find the food experience that will make this visit memorable.  After dark, Norfolk comes alive with a bustling nightlife complete with eclectic dance spots, lounges and trendy hot spots.  All this and more is just steps away from Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel, a downtown Norfolk hotel in the heart of it all.

Arts and Entertainment
Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel is proud to count the Virginia Symphony, Virginia Ballet Theatre, Virginia Opera, Virginia Stage Company, and Virginia Chorale as neighbors.  Also located just moments from our downtown Norfolk hotel, you'll find the nationally acclaimed Chrysler Museum of Art, a remarkable contemporary museum perfect for the casual visitor or the true art afficionado.  Visting in the Spring?  You won't want to miss the annual Virginia Arts Festival, sure to delight guests of all ages.  For a great guide to local events and outdoor concerts, check out Festevents for schedules and locations.

Cruise Central
Conveniently located along the mid-Atlantic coast, Norfolk is home to a cruise port even the most well-traveled visitor hasn't experienced. In the heart of downtown, the Half Moone Cruise and Celebration Center is a debarking point steps from hotels, attractions and a shopping center with over half a million square feet of surprises. Stay at Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel before your cruise, and come back and stay after. Just don't miss all our downtown Norfolk hotel has to offer.