Ghent Travel Guide
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 Scope
Catch an event at Norfolk Scope during your trip to Norfolk. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Chrysler Hall
Lovers of the arts, including the symphony and theatrical shows, will appreciate this revered performing arts center, the heart of the city’s cultural life.
Top hotels in Ghent
Delta Hotels by Marriott Virginia Beach Waterfront Suites
One of the best hotels I’ve stayed at, really good service, and beautiful views, pool area is a great spot to spend time throughout the day in the summer time.
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Schooner Inn
great price
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Surfbreak Virginia Beach Oceanfront, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Beds were comfy, clean rooms with plenty of room, reasonable rates and excellent staff.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Oceans 2700
Everything was sufficient
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Hilton Vacation Club Ocean Beach Club Virginia Beach
Great place
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Va Beach-Oceanside (21st St) by IHG
Very nice
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
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 MacArthur Center 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
Fleet is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Naval Station Norfolk and Norfolk NEX.
Bayview
While Bayview isn't home to many top sights, Ocean View Beach and Community Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Ghent Travel Guide
- Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
- Eastern Virginia Medical School
- Chesapeake Bay
- Virginia Beach Boardwalk
- Naval Station Norfolk
- Naval Air Station Oceana
- First Landing State Park
- Hampton University
- Ocean Breeze Waterpark
- Greenbrier Mall
- Neptune Statue
- Hampton Roads Convention Center
- Norfolk Premium Outlets
- Norfolk Scope
