Southwest Airlines Cities

Norfolk, VA/Southern Virginia

The coastal communities of the Hampton Roads region of Virginia are as rich in culture, attractions, and history as they are in sparkling blue waters. Enjoy a relaxing stroll in the botanical gardens or along the oceanfront boardwalk. This region includes Virginia's two largest cities, Virginia Beach and Norfolk, and is famous for challenging golf courses, superior sportfishing, and the finest, freshest seafood on the East Coast.

Some reasons to visit Norfolk, VA/Southern Virginia . . .

• Hop aboard a Southwest Cruise departing from Norfolk.
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• Purchase tickets online to Busch Gardens Williamsburg, Water Country USA, or other Anheuser-Busch Adventure Parks.
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• Use our Interactive Route Map to see Southwest service to/from Norfolk.

Attractions in the Norfolk area:

• The Armed Forces Memorial - (757) 664-6620
• Battleship Wisconsin - The largest and last battleship ever built by the U.S. Navy. Tours available. (800) 664-1080
• Nauticus, The National Maritime Center - This is a fun and interactive science and technology center exploring the power of the sea. (800) 664-1080
• Naval Station Norfolk - Home to the U.S. Navy Atlantic Fleet, the world's largest navel installation. A 45-minute bus tour. (757) 444-7955
• St. Paul's Episcopal Church - Built in 1739, it is Norfolk's oldest structure. (757) 627-4353
• Victory Rover Naval Base Cruises - tour naval base abroad this unique navy-themed vessel. Two hour cruises. (757) 627-7406
• Busch Gardens Williamsburg - Voted America's most beautiful theme park for eight consecutive years. (800) 343-7946
• Colonial Williamsburg - Virginia's capital from 1699 to 1780. Today, a 173 acre historic area is operated as al living history museum restored to its 18th century appearance with more than 500 buildings. Call 800-HISTORY
• Jamestown Settlement - A living history museum depicting American's first permanent English settlement in 1607. Call (757) 253-4838

Attractions in the Virginia Beach area:

• The Boardwalk - Ocean front boardwalk from 1st to 38th Streets (approx. 3miles long), Marine beach sculptures, landscaped parks and a path for biking. Also summer nightly entertainment, shops and restaurants.
• Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center - Explore the mysteries of the deep at one of the best aquariums in the country. Featuring a huge open-ocean aquarium, live sharks, over 300 hands-on exhibits, a giant sea turtle aquarium, a loggerhead turtle hatchling lab, plus a six-story IMAX^® 3-D theater. (757) 385-7777.
• First Landing State Park - Miles of breathtaking seashore, hiking, picnic areas and camping. (757) 412-2331
• Verizon Wireless Virginia Beach Amphitheater - (757) 368-3000
• Naval Air Station Oceana - A 6,000-acre complex, with four parallel runways, is located in the heart of Virginia Beach. It is home to 140 Navy F-14 Tomcats, F/A-18 Hornets and over 50 other commands. Eleven aircraft are on display at the Aviation Historical Park located inside the main gate. (757) 433-3131

Attractions in the region:

• Busch Gardens Williamsburg - Voted America's most beautiful theme park for eight consecutive years. (800) 343-7946
• Colonial Williamsburg - Virginia's capital from 1699 to 1780. Today, a 173 acre historic area is operated as al living history museum restored to its 18th century appearance with more than 500 buildings. Call 800-HISTORY
• Jamestown Settlement - A living history museum depicting American's first permanent English settlement in 1607. Call (757) 253-4838

Norfolk International Airport (ORF)

• Gate Information: Southwest Airlines uses Gates 3 and 5 in Concourse A.
• Ticketing: You can purchase tickets at the ticket counter located on the departure side at curb locator F.
• E-Ticket Check-In kiosks: Located at the ticket counter.
• Baggage Claim: The baggage claim is located on the first floor on the Arrivals side of the building, Carousel 1.
• Wi-Fi: Available throughout airport
• High-speed Internet: Access available

Directions to Norfolk International Airport:

• Norfolk International Airport is located seven miles northeast of downtown Norfolk.

Ground Transportation:

Ground transportation, including car, van, mini-bus, and motorcoach, operates between Norfolk International Airport and all Hampton Roads cities. The Hampton Roads cities consist of Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, and Suffolk on Southside Hampton Roads, and, to the North across Chesapeake Bay, Williamsburg, Hampton, Newport News, Jamestown, and Yorktown.

• Bus Service: Hampton Roads Transit (757) 222-6000
• Shuttle Service: Airport Express offers shuttle service to and from the airport. A variety of vehicles is available. Airport Express is located in the median outside the baggage claim area at the booth marked "Airport Shuttle". For rates and information, contact Airport Express at (877) 455-7462 or www.norfolkairportexpress.com
• Taxicab service: Available at Norfolk International Airport just outside the baggage claim lobby.
  • Andy's Cab Co. - (877) 263-9748
  • Black & White - (757) 855-4444
  • Norfolk Checker - (757) 855-3333