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Norfolk by train

Military history and the Elizabeth River

Norfolk's Amtrak station is beyond the eastern edge of downtown. Budget a substantial walk in each direction before choosing a museum or waterfront stop.

Times to reach each place are planning allowances from the station, not measured routes. Check directions, opening hours and accessibility before you go.

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Norfolk waterfront buildings and moored boats across the Elizabeth River.
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Places near Norfolk station

culture

MacArthur Memorial museum

Visit galleries tracing Douglas MacArthur's life and military history in the former city hall.

30 min walking allowance each way1h 15m suggested visit

Tuesday–Saturday 10 AM–5 PM. Closed Sunday, Monday, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Veterans Day remains open.

Museum admission is free. This stop covers the museum; research-library access and visitor-center services can have separate restrictions.

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Source checked 2026-11-05. Times are planning allowances.
outdoors

Town Point Park

Spend time beside the Elizabeth River in downtown Norfolk's waterfront park.

35 min walking allowance each way1h suggested visit

Daily public access hours were not verified. Festivals and other events can change access; check the park's linked events calendar.

Allow for the full walk back to the Amtrak station. This stop does not include a harbor cruise or a ticketed festival.

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Source checked 2026-11-05. Times are planning allowances.

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