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15 Best Things To Do in Newport News, Virginia

Anyone interested in learning about US history needs to plan a trip to Newport News right now. The city has a number of historical gems, including galleries, museums, and old buildings.

Plus, there’s a Civil War ship and many plantations to serve all the history-lovers.

Speaking of history, the Virginia War Museum takes visitors back to 1775, showing historical pieces, vehicles, uniforms, and vehicles. More importantly, there are galleries where you can get an insight into the women’s role in wartime.

Likewise, the U.S. The Army Transportation Museum showcases different transportations used by the US military from centuries ago to the present day. And if the history gets too much for you, head over to the Peninsula SPCA and Petting Zoo to spend the day with chickens, peacocks, tortoises, Alpacas, and sheep.

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Best Things to do in Newport News, VA


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Outdoor Activities in Newport News


Hot or Not Yoga Massage Studio
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Hot or Not Yoga Massage Studio

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Captain Hogg's Charters
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Captain Hogg's Charters

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Warrior's Retreat Annex
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Warrior's Retreat Annex

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Museums in Newport News


Boardwalk Photo Booth Company
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Boardwalk Photo Booth Company

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Heather Donis Designs Mobile Paint Parties
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Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center
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Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center

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Restaurants in Newport News


Bread Garden
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Bread Garden

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Sweet Beans Coffee Bar
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Sweet Beans Coffee Bar

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Deutscher Imbiss
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Deutscher Imbiss

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Nightlife in Newport News


Sweet Beans Coffee Bar
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Sweet Beans Coffee Bar

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Second Street American Bistro
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Second Street American Bistro

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Circa 1918
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Circa 1918

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