Top 15 Instagram Worthy Places in Norfolk, VA

There are only three other battleships this big in the nation, making this a truly unique spot! The massive guns on the Battleship Wisconsin will tower over you at 66 feet, making an awe-inspiring picture. Admission is required to access this location, but it’s worth it, as it includes a tour of the ship with lots of other great photo opportunities.

We can’t talk about Instagrammable spots without mentioning Norfolk’s Neon Arts District. Streets lined with unique and colorful murals provide you with the perfect backdrop for an Instagram photo shoot. The rainbow fence at The Plot tends to be a local favorite.

The sweeping waterfront views and yachts at Waterside make for a beautiful shot to show off to your friends. Get your nautical vibes on at the marina located in Downtown Norfolk or in Town Point Park. You can also grab a bite to eat at the Waterside District for great foodie photos!

Head to Norfolk’s iconic fishing pier in Ocean View where the inspiration for photos is endless! Pose beneath the colorful city directional sign at sunset or capture an artistic photo underneath the pier, where the piles tower above you and the water crashes below.

Catch a boat ride on a City Cruise by Hornblower vessel, the American Rover or a Sail Nauticus sailboat for a prime spot to take in the sunset with the perfect view of Downtown Norfolk’s skyline for photo ops. 

Your Instagram followers will think you traveled to the Far East when you share this picture. The Pagoda was authentically designed, assembled and gifted by Taiwan, and its garden features tranquil fountains and swaying forests of bamboo that provide fun backdrops. 

Get your glow on at Granby Street under the arched lights at night. To get this shot, attend an event when the street is shut down to vehicles.

There’s something about a glowing neon sign that strikes the heart. Especially one with a great message. The “Never Lost” sign at this awesome ramen joint is the perfect quote for those who love to travel.

The Hermitage Museum offers a grand estate with contemporary exhibition galleries, 12 acres of gardens and grounds with Secret Garden-esque archways located along the Lafayette River.  You’ll probably want to make a carousel post for this one so you can show off all your great shots!

Since opening in 1963, this theater has become an iconic symbol of Colley Avenue in Norfolk’s Ghent neighborhood. The life-size marquee lights sit atop its entrance with Broadway bulbs giving it extra shine for photos. Check out one of their movies while here and indulge in the movie theater popcorn or homemade brownies.

Surrounded by calm waters and historic homes, the Hague footbridge is one of the most picturesque places in the city. Enjoy a European city-like backdrop with stately Colonial homes, the beautiful Chrysler Museum of Art and a church that resembles an English cathedral.

The rooftop of Grain is probably the most Instagrammed spot in the city. Your photos here will feature the city skyline with both modern and historic architecture, views of incoming ships and craft brew from their wide selection. Be sure to enjoy their free photo booth inside too!

Almost every space at the Chrysler Museum offers a cool, artsy photo op. Take an upscale selfie in the mirror art out front, glide down the marble staircase in the foyer or create a modern vibe with a picture among the galleries. Once you’re done, hop across the street to the Glass Studio to capture an action shot of the free glassmaking demo every Tuesday through Sunday at Noon. 

The cobblestone streets of Norfolk’s Freemason District are every photographer’s dream. Take a step back in time on these historic roads lined with mature trees and grandiose homes.

Tell your friends back home, “Greetings from Norfolk” with this mural designed to look like a postcard. You’ll be sure to stand out as the bright colors pop behind you.