Things To Do
Chrysler Museum of Art
Hours: 10AM-5PM Tuesday-Saturday This was Joseph and Taylor's very first date! The museum is free for everyone. Taylor's favorite piece in this museum is the painting "Saint Andrew" by Kehinde Wiley. He was also the first black man to receive a commission for a portrait of a US President, Barack Obama.
Hermitage Museum & Gardens
Another beautiful and free museum in Norfolk near the Naval Base. It's situated right on the Lafayette River with a waterfront garden, outdoor sculptures, and a vast art collection within the museum. Admission is free for all.
Buckroe Beach and Park
If you don't want to brave the HRBT to get to the VA Beach Oceanfront, hang out at Buckroe Beach! It's also less crowded.
Paradise Ocean Club
Paradise Ocean Club will be officially opening the day after the wedding on May 15, 2027 if you'd like to relax and lounge on a private beach with a restaurant, tiki bar, and swimming pool for $15/all day.
Sandy Bottom Nature Park
This wildlife preserve is a local success story, having been transformed from an old, industrial site to the wetlands we get to explore today. Take the forest trails, relax by the lake, rent a kayak, or swing by the Nature Center to see the local reptiles and aquatic exhibits! The Nature Park and Nature Center are free for all visitors, kayak rentals and more come with fees.
Power Plant of Hampton Roads
In this area, you'll find PBR Cowboy Bar, Rosie's Gaming Emporium, and Geno's Steaks. A good area for those interested in nightlife and line dancing! Be warned though-the people in PBR don't play about those country line dances!
Peninsula Town Center
Here you'll find plenty to eat, drink, and do! The Rhythm Room, an upscale restaurant and lounge offering live music, good food, and relaxed vibes sits in the heart of Town Center and caters to a more mature crowd.
The Vanguard Brewpub & Distillery
Enjoy house-made beer & spirits, bar bites, and a live show every weekend in this historic building!