Newport News Attractions
The town of Newport News is a history lover's paradise. Located in or around the town are 10 famous attractions ranging from the Endview Plantation to the Virginia War Museum. Newport News is a short drive to both Williamsburg and Virginia Beach and makes a good base to explore both.
Lee Hall Mansion
The Lee Hall Mansion in Newport News has been beautifully restored. The mansion features period pieces and exhibits on the history of the area. The mansion was built in 1858 by Richard Decauter Lee. A gift shop is on the premises allowing visitors to take home a memento of their visit.
All values are in United States Dollars
Lee Hall Mansion
163 Yorktown Road
Newport News, VA 23603-1127
United States
163 Yorktown Road
Newport News, VA 23603-1127
United States
Phone 1 (757) 888-3371
Fax 1 (757) 888-3373
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
| Adult | $ 6.00 |
| Senior over 62 | $ 5.00 |
| Child 18 & under | $ 4.00 |
| Child 6 & under | FREE |
Parking
Free
Facilities
Gift shop
Mariners' Museum
The Mariners' Museum in Newport News displays a vast collection of seafaring artifacts, including model ships, artwork, unique figureheads, and more. The museum grounds are also impressive with a walking trail and picnic sites.
All values are in United States Dollars
Mariners' Museum
100 Museum Drive
Newport News, VA 23606-3759
United States
100 Museum Drive
Newport News, VA 23606-3759
United States
Phone 1 (757) 596-2222
Fax 1 (757) 591-7320
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Always closed on:
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
| Adult | $ 12.00 |
| Students | $ 11.00 |
| Child 12 & under | $ 7.00 |
| Child 5 & under | FREE |
Facilities
Gift shop
Restaurant or food service
Restaurant or food service
Newport News City Park
The Newport News City Park is a huge green area covering over 8,000 acres. Visitors will find walking trails, biking trails, a large campground, a Discovery Center, golf courses, picnic areas and playgrounds.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Sunrise | Sunrise | Sunrise | Sunrise | Sunrise | Sunrise | Sunrise |
| Close | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset |
Peninsula Fine Arts Center
Located in Newport News, the Peninsula Fine Arts Center, more commonly called PFAC, features changing exhibits in all media. PFAC also has an Art School, offering a range of classes to the general public.
All values are in United States Dollars
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 20:30 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
| Adult | $ 7.50 |
| Students | $ 6.00 |
| Military discount | $ 6.00 |
| Senior | $ 6.00 |
| Child 12 & under | $ 4.00 |
| Child 5 & under | FREE |
Facilities
Gift shop
Virginia Living Museum
The Virginia Living Museum located Newport News has much to offer the visitor. A wildlife park, butterfly garden, science museum, an aquarium and other interactive galleries are all included in the price of admission.
The planetarium has a state-of-the-art digital projection system.
The planetarium has a state-of-the-art digital projection system.
Virginia Living Museum
524 J. Clyde Morris Boulevard
Newport News, VA 23601-1929
United States
524 J. Clyde Morris Boulevard
Newport News, VA 23601-1929
United States
Phone 1 (757) 595-1900
Fax 1 (757) 599-4897
Hours
May 25 to September 3
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
September 4 to May 24
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Facilities
Gift shop
Virginia War Museum
The Virginia War Museum in Newport News features exhibits on a wide range of topics, including the Civil War, art and war time posters, modern wars, weaponry, and more.
Virginia War Museum
9285 Warwick Boulevard
Newport News, VA 23609-1537
United States
9285 Warwick Boulevard
Newport News, VA 23609-1537
United States
Phone 1 (757) 247-8523
Fax 1 (757) 247-8627
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
