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09/14/21
Joseph L.

09/14/21 TGPS/ TAPS class; I encourage if you're getting out please attend the classes they offer. And have all of your Medical and Dental records ready. Good luck!!!! Respectfully, Jjay R1616

One star and above house
Sandra L.

If you are going to be in the Norfolk area, make sure you stop by the Naval Visitors Center. Plenty of information and parking. Also consider taking the base tour. If you have never been on a base before you will enjoy it. They take you past one star and above housing, the Naval airfield, some on base statues and ship row. You will get a glimpse of how big the ships are and be able to see the difference in the ships. You will also get a look at some of the subs stationed in Norfolk. This is all depending on what is in port the day you visit. Definitely worth the $10!

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Dago M.

One of the largest naval bases with lots of activities going on daily. With plenty of restaurants available to your liking and of course the NEX. Great gas prices and small stores to shop in also. Bus tours also available for a better experience and history of the base and at times the Naval Ships will provide tours for military families and civilians as well.

Our nation's colors
Shawn H.

The worlds largest Navy base. Home of the majority of the Atlantic Fleet. However it's not just Navy. There is plenty of history here. The great white fleet sailed from here. On the water front are memorials to several ships including THRESHER and IOWA. There is also Admirals row with historic homes built for the Jamestown Exhibition.

Olya V D.

I love this place! See how the whole base works is fascinating! If you have any questions it's very easy to find someone who would be happy to help!

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Steve R.

Huge. Very old school feeling to it - probably because it is one of the older properies in the US Government system. Cool to see some of the ships up close. Friendly people and even a few gay bars (probably off limits) in the town of Norfolk itself.

Maid of the sea
Alex F.

Base is ok. There's a bunch of bases all within the same area but there really isn't much for base transportation to get around so you'll do a lot of walking everywhere. Lot's of construction everywhere and it still seems like the buildings are all rundown. I would think there would be more of a single sailor outreach there but there isn't for the largest base in the east coast and one of the largest in the world. Norfolk is such a small town anyway outside of that and the weather wasn't the greatest when I was there which made walking miserable. The galley is what is to be expected of any galley, mediocre food at a good price. I would hope the summers are much better there.

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Q80 gyms is the deal it's the best just wish they would have emailed me on the personal training

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Traffic is always crazy and getting around is a bit confusing...but it's the largest Naval Base so it's to be expected.

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Pagoda & Garden Foundation - Lights camera action!

Pagoda & Garden Foundation

4.3(32 reviews)
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I came here after going to a sports card show in Norfolk. It wasn't a planned visit but I was just…read morelooking for something interesting to look at since I had a lot of free time and the weather was nice on Saturday. I thought it would be a lot larger but the spot is quite small but it is very nice to walk around. There are also lots of nice areas adjacent to the garden and terrace as well. I parked in front of the garden went around it and then found the USS Wisconsin and the Naval museum just past the garden. I went around and finished checking out the other side of the garden after. The parking was free for 2 hrs in front of the garden and it seemed like parking in general was plentiful and open this weekend. It looked like college dormitories around the garden and some other residential areas around the middle of downtown Norfolk. There were many nice plants in the garden, the terrace was nice but not open as far as I could tell, and the koi pond was nice if someone would clean out the pond scum from the fish pond. There were small bridges over the water and multiple water fountains in the koi pond. There were a few benches to sit on if you wanted to just relax or meditate in the garden. Overall, it was a nice garden but it is not something to go downtown to see, but it is a nice additional thing to see if you are going to the USS Wisconsin and the Naval museum or if you staying in downtown area. Lots of people were exercising (walking and jogging) so it is a nice scene to pass by if you are doing that.

Great spot to walk around. There's ice cream inside too! Very yummy. Beautiful day to explore.read more

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Pagoda & Garden Foundation - One of thee best photography spots in Norfolk

One of thee best photography spots in Norfolk

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Hampton Carousel - Beautiful carousel with Toboggan Music Machine

Hampton Carousel

4.9(9 reviews)
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Hampton Carousel is hands down the best carousel experience I have ever had, and that goes the same…read morefor my parents who were with me. The gentlemen running it were incredibly nice and gave us an unforgettable tour of this classic piece of Americana. My parents and I had planned to make the Hampton Carousel a focal point of our recent visit to the area since my mother is a member of the National Carousel Association, and we were so glad we did. This was a gorgeous Sunday and despite that the area was relatively empty. We had very few other folks come by the carousel while we were there and so the two gentlemen running it gave us the grand tour, including of the central support pillar, the electronics adapted to assist the century-old organ, and the other historical artifacts lining the walls. They did so out of the kindness of their hearts and a genuine affection for the carousel and its history, which you just don't see in terms of commitment at most venues anymore. The price for all of this? $1 a ride. What a deal! The carousel ride itself was enjoyable, and it's very cool that they have so many tracks of the hit songs from each year the carousel has been open. You never know what you'll hear next! The pavilion containing the carousel is beautiful and sturdy, which is particularly important when it comes to protecting the carousel for the next century or so. This was a fun experience, and you can't beat the $1 ride price. Genuinely great fun for everyone, make sure you stop by if you're in the area! Overall: 5.0 stars ----- Pros: - Amazing staff who go out of their way to make your experience a special one. - $1 carousel rides? The price is right! - Beautiful pavilion in great shape. - Fun decor with a ton of history behind it. Cons: - None, even their hours are great. Make sure you stop by!

Love this. My sister came from Florida to go here. The family had a great time and that day we…read morewent it was free.

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Hampton Carousel - Carousel is in amazing shape, they did a spectacular job restoring it.

Carousel is in amazing shape, they did a spectacular job restoring it.

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Whitehurst-Buffington House

Whitehurst-Buffington House

4.0(3 reviews)
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A first for me, I didn't know this house existed. I found out about the holiday decor/open house…read morevia an IG story that VBhistory museums posted. Apparently they have been doing these holiday open houses for a couple years or so now. Admission is free but suggested donations range from $3-$5 (there's a sign outside the house and the info is on their website). The holiday open house showcased the house decorated with 18th century decor with flowers, cotton, fruit and oyster shells designed by the garden club. The original house structure contained one room on the first floor and a loft upstairs, but after ownership had transferred across three families -Whitehurst, Bratten and Buffington it has undergone expansions. The house has been occupied up until 1986 and is considered one of of the 50 historically significant structures in Virginia Beach. It was built soon after the first lighthouse was erected in Cape Henry. Daniel Whitehurst was a commissioner and allowed for the VB courthouse to be built near his home. During the holiday open house they had refreshments consisting of mints, various cookies and nuts, with the accompaniment of coffee and cider. The house boasts four fireplaces where on the left, Bob Clark was doing what he does well, playing sweet sounds from the dulcimer. For those not familiar with the dulcimer, it's essentially an open stringed portable piano. The sounds that originate from it are very clean, calming and relaxing. Upstairs are three rooms, one which holds an old singer and a quilt, another with historic maps of the area and the last room has a bed and a bassinet. In an attic? Or small partitioned area was a violinist gliding her bow in a frenzy of holiday cheer. It was neat to see the house, however the kitchen had been updated and renovated in a 1950s style, which truly lives up to a "house over time."

While walking on the West Neck Natural Creek Area with my dog. I thought I could check out the…read moreWhitehurst Buffington House within the area. It was a nice stroll through the trees on the horse trail. I imagined how it was like before cars when one would ride a horse carriage. This place takes me back in time. Unfortunately, they would not allow dogs and I wasn't surprised. I got a peek at the nice house.

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Whitehurst-Buffington House - From 1700s

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