The Virginia Living Museum is a wonderful attraction in Newport News where they showcase and exhibit living species from the mountains and the sea. Enjoy spectacular eco tourism and a fascinating visit and view coastal birds, beavers, otters, coyotes, endangered red wolves and other animals in naturalized habitats. With over 250 living species native to Virginia here, there are interactive hands on exhibits, so if you want to touch a live spider crab or see fossilised dinosaur tracks, fish with no eyes and frogs that change colour it's all here. The Virginia Living Museum is also home to the Abbitt Planetarium, a state of the art digital planetarium from where you can travel the universe. Enjoy a butterfly garden, a touch tank, extensive displays of native plants and so much more, it's all here.READ MORE

Deep Creek Landing in Newport News, Virginia, is a modern full service marina with 80 slips where all your boating needs are meet with great service. There are open, covered and dry slips available, state of the art floating docks, and hauling, painting and repairs can be done on-site. The ships store at the end of the pier will take care of all your boating needs, and here they provide Diesel fuel, gas, oil, cold beer and drinks, ice, bait, snacks and marina shirts and hats. Deep Creek Landing also offer excellent banquet facilities for your private events, with a large banquet room and deck overlooking the water and a green area, perfect for wedding receptions and celebrations. READ MORE

Uno Chicago Grill in Newport News, Virginia offers excellent American cuisine including world-class Chicago Deep Dish Pizza, certified and succulent Angus Beef, and other specialties including Milanese, Rattlesnake Pasta, Buffalo Chicken Panini, and Grilled Mahi-Mahi with Mango Salsa, all sublime and a must try. Uno Chicago Grill also offer custom catering and provide genuine hospitality whether you need a Continental Breakfast, business box lunch, or a Family Backyard BBQ and there are buffet style dinners available for groups of 20 or more.READ MORE

The United States Army Transportation Museum in Newport News, Virginia, is dedicated to depicting the history of Army transportation, and the only museum to do so. Come for a journey through the years to view exhibits from horse drawn carts to all-terrain armored vehicles. The story of the history of U.S. Army transportation is depicted in the almost 7000 objects and artifacts on display, plus there are exhibit props and macro artifacts including planes, helicopters, tugboats, landing craft, trucks, jeeps, hovercraft and trains. The United States Army Transportation Museum has a gift shop and offers fascinating guided tours for groups of 10 or more, it's a must visit.READ MORE

The Mariners' Museum in Newport News, Virginia is one of the largest maritime museums in the world showcasing the fascinating history of the ocean and it's relationship with mankind. The museum park features a dam with four stone lions mounted on the ends, and is a great gathering place for family and friends to enjoy. Mariners' Museum offers an incredible space of exhibition galleries, artifacts from the Civil War, a library and archives and so much more. Mariners' Museum is available for event rentals and are able to host large elegant events including wedding ceremonies, receptions, military ceremonies, seminars, lectures, board meetings, conferences, fundraisers and holiday parties.READ MORE

Kiln Creek Golf Club and Resort in Newport News, Virginia, offers an 18 hole championship golf course, and the perfect challenge for beginners and seasoned players, there's a full service golf shop, professional instruction, club fitting, and golf clinics too. Kiln Creek Golf Club and Resort also has an elegant clubhouse, with a fine dining restaurant overlooking the golf course and banquets and event facilities which speak of comfort, design, elegance and more, and the executive chef will delight with his exquisite and flavorsome food offerings, it's the perfect venue for any occasion. Kiln Creek Golf Club and Resort also offer great golf packages, corporate programs and host many tournaments, it's simply the perfect spot.READ MORE

The Virginia War Museum in Newport News, Virginia, offers a fascinating insight into American military history with exhibits and artifacts including weapons, vehicles, uniforms, posters and much more showcasing the war efforts of America throughout history. There are educational programs available and Kids camp programs, and the Duffle Bag gift shop offers unique gifts and souvenirs. The Virginia War Museum also offers many special and private events year round, and invites visitors on a fascinating journey through the many awe inspiring exhibits and group tours are available.READ MORE

The Jameson Inn and Suites Newport News, Virginia, offers an excellent stay in comfortable and spacious rooms with mini refrigerators, microwave, personal gourmet coffee maker and more, and the location in the beautiful Oyster point area highlights your stay. The Jameson Inn and Suites also have free high speed WIFI, a fitness center and complimentary breakfast spread to get you going in the mornings. Then head out and explore all that this wonderful area has to offer including, museums, historic parks, the Sportsplex, restaurants, shops and more and return in the evening for another relaxing, heavenly stay.READ MORE

Visit Huntington Park in Newport News for lake, trout, picnics, boating, rose garden, playground, James River, war museumREAD MORE