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Newport News / Discover the Peninsula's hidden gem

Best month

May

Great weather for the Virginia Beer Festival and beginning of tourist season

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january

Visit to see the beautiful lights at Celebration in Lights at Newport News Park

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february

Experience the history of Black History Month events and exhibits

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march

Take a walk around the scenic Huntington Park beach

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april

Check out the Newport News Greek Festival for delicious food and entertainment

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may

Attend the Virginia Beer Festival for craft beer and live music

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june

Visit the Virginia War Museum for military history

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july

Celebrate Independence Day with a fireworks display at Victory Landing Park

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august

Attend the Ferguson Center for the Arts Summer Concert Series

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september

Check out the Newport News International Trade Expo for business opportunities

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october

Get spooked at the Haunted Temple event hosted by the Newport News Parks department

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november

Remember veterans at the Virginia War Memorial's Veterans Day ceremony

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december

Enjoy the Grand Illumination fireworks display at The Mariners' Museum Park

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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As a visiting cat, the shopping and economical situation in Newport News is average. Prices are not super cheap but not extremely expensive either.

Visit the Patrick Henry Mall for a variety of stores and dining options.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

short weekend trip

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

short weekend trip

Newport News is often used as a stopover on the way to Virginia Beach or Williamsburg.

Tipping

15-20%

Standard US tipping customs apply.

Tipping

15-20%

Standard US tipping customs apply.

Credit cards and cash both accepted. Splitting bills is common.

internet situation

great Speed

Local providers offer high-speed broadband

great Availability

Most households have access to internet service

excellent Cellular

Excellent coverage provided by major carriers

Electric socket type A

Common in North and Central America, and Japan. Mind voltage difference, especially for Japan (100V).

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Average infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative region

Newport News, the cat with curious whiskers exploring shipbuilding history and natural wonders.

A city with cat-friendly trails, pawsome views of Chesapeake Bay, and vibrant meow-seums.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Virginia War Museum
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Victory Arch
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Mariners' Museum and Park
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Newport News Park
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Virginia Living Museum

The mainstream

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Virginia War Museum

Lend us your ear, kitties! The Virginia War Museum is dedicated to the men and women who served our country and offers educational exhibits on every American conflict from 1775 to present day.

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Victory Arch

Cat-egorically a must-see for history buffs, the Victory Arch was built in 1919 to celebrate the end of World War I. Pawsome location for photos and peaceful reflection.

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Mariners' Museum and Park

Ahoy, meow-tes! Come discover the nautical history of Newport News at the Mariners' Museum and Park. Featuring over 90,000 square feet of exhibits and artifacts!

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Newport News Park

Stretch your paws and explore over 8,000 acres of natural beauty at Newport News Park! Walking trails, fishing, camping, and more - this park has it all!

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Virginia Living Museum

Go wild at the Virginia Living Museum, where cats can see and learn about native species like red wolves, bald eagles, and bobcats! Outdoor and indoor exhibits included.

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Average infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative region

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