Norfolk's most acclaimed local historians lead a fully private, bespoke walking tour of Downtown Norfolk, the NEON arts district, and the city's rich naval heritage — tailored entirely to your party's interests.
What to expect
Your guide weaves together Norfolk's 400-year story: colonial tobacco wharves, Civil War occupation, the rise of the world's largest naval station, and today's electric street-art NEON District. Stroll past the MacArthur Memorial, peer into the ornate St. Paul's Episcopal Church (the only building to survive the 1776 burning of Norfolk), and end with a craft-beer stop at one of the Ghent neighborhood's celebrated taprooms. Groups are deliberately small, conversation flows freely, and insider restaurant recommendations come as standard.
Good to know
Contact Norfolk Tour Company directly to arrange a private shore-excursion package timed to your ship's schedule. Tours depart from Downtown Norfolk, 10–15 min from the terminal by rideshare. Wear comfortable walking shoes; most routes cover 1.5–2 miles.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Norfolk — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
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- Norfolk Botanical Garden: Boat & Tram Tour of 175 Acres
- City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Dining Cruise on the Elizabeth River
- Chrysler Museum of Art: Glass Studio & Masterworks Private Visit