Our venue is a MUST visit. Guests will not be able to see the entirety of the museum on the wedding day, so we recommend visiting on Sunday! Admission is FREE. Museum hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10am-5pm and Sunday 12pm-5pm
All of the glass pieces found in The Glass Light Hotel were made here! Located directly across the street from our wedding venue, the glass studio offers free demonstrations daily! Classes are also available for an additional cost.
These beautiful gardens are where we took our engagement photos! May is the perfect time to visit the botanical gardens. Different food trucks rotate through the gardens and outside food is welcome (see website for more info)🚚 There is an aircraft observation deck for airplane enthusiasts. ✈️ Garden Hours: 9am-7pm daily Price: $16/person
The Virginia Zoo is home to more than 700 animals, representing over 150 species including otters, giraffes, lions, bald eagle, and even a petting zoo with goats and alpacas. Such a wonderful experience. Adults (12+): $17.95 Children (2-11): $14.95 Seniors (65+): $15.95 Discounted prices for Military, Firefighters, EMTs, Police, Teachers, and students with valid ID. Open daily from 9:30am - 4:00pm
Nauticus uses the museum, Battleship Wisconsin, sailing center, and Schooner Virginia to tell the story of the maritime environment, industry, and the military. Admission: $17.95/person Monday-Saturday: 10am-5pm Sundays: Noon-5pm
A small nod to China located in waterfront Norfolk that offers a short but beautiful walk through the gardens with many photo opportunities. We recommend combining this with a trip to the Nauticus Battleship Museum.
Interested in getting some shopping done or need to pick-up some last minute wedding shoes? Here’s your spot!
Iconic restaurants and bars in downtown Norfolk. Within walking distance of most hotels.
This restaurant offers ALL YOU CAN EAT lunch and dinner. Price: $16/person for lunch & $23/person for dinner
80/20 offers unique and delicious burgers, fries as well as other yummy foods.
A beautiful rooftop restaurant with a great selection of craft beers. Their menu has something for everyone. You will need to go through the Hilton Main hotel to access Grain. Elevators indicate the correct floor for Grain.
Great for breakfast, brunch or lunch.
Eat Lunch and Breakfast with the Virginia Beach Locals!
Cafe and bistro with plenty of work space.
Yummy and fresh seafood in a fun bar setting. *note: all cars are valet parked (free of charge) due to their unique parking lot.
Plaza Azteca has yummy Mexican food! They also have a location at the Norfolk Outlets.