Newport News has a little bit of everything including history, beaches, parks, trails, fishing, sports, recreation centers, shopping and great restaurants. The only hard part of planning this vacation will be picking between all of the great adventures in Newport News!
No matter what kind of outdoor adventure you are looking for, Newport News offers it all! Best of all, our brilliant weather coupled with our excellent location makes Newport News the perfect place to explore. Discover the exhilarating experience of mountain biking, a romantic paddleboat or canoe ride or a challenging round of championship golf. Enjoy the chance to meet a variety of wild furry friends and the opportunity to relax and watch a peaceful sunset picnic overlooking the mighty James River. These endless photographic opportunities and more await you in one or more of our 32 parks.
Still looking for more soft adventures? Stroll one of our beaches, bird watch, fly a model airplane or try your luck at catching some salt or freshwater fish in our lakes, reservoirs, the James River and the Chesapeake Bay where you’ll find some of the best fishing in Virginia! Need a rest after all this exercise? Reserve one of our 188 modern campsites at one of the largest municipal parks east of the Mississippi, Newport News Park. Need more fun? Start a friendly competition on one of our many acres of tennis courts or enjoy a game of the softball, baseball or soccer.
The Civil War in Newport News saw the world’s first battle between ironclad ships, the awarding of two Medals of Honor, a growing role for African-Americans in the United States military, and one woman who, disguised as a male soldier, fought for her country. Today, Newport News pays tribute to this heroism of the past with historic homes, battle sites, fortifications, monuments and extraordinary collections of personal artifacts. The story of the Civil War is the story of the people - men and women, black and white, slave and free, rich and poor, decorated generals and eighteen-year-old privates. Come and meet them in Newport News.
One of the fastest growing shopping areas in the U.S., Newport News provides an ever-evolving mix of new and exciting retail experiences, offering guests from around the world a reason to visit again and again. Whether your shopping tastes lean toward the upscale and downtown or the laid-back and hometown, you’ll find a place that fits your style.
Plan your vacation to Newport News today!