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Visiting Newport News

History buffs will enjoy exploring Newport News, and visitors give high marks for the shopping, fun sporting events, and top-notch restaurants. This city also attracts tourists with its museums, live music, and entertainment choices. Top sights in the city include Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia Living Museum, and Mariner's Museum.

• There are 83 hotels and other accommodations in Newport News
• The closest major airport is in Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.), 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from the city center
• The next closest is in Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.), 19.7 mi (31.7 km) away

Sightseeing and Staying in Newport News

The city is well known for its museums and live music, and cultural venues include Mariner's Museum, Virginia War Museum, and Virginia Air and Space Center. The city is notable for its historic sites and landmarks like Colonial Williamsburg, Governor's Palace, and Historic Jamestowne. Shopping is a favorite activity, so consider an excursion to Patrick Henry Mall and Peninsula Town Center.

In Newport News, you'll be able to select from 83 hotels and other lodging options so you'll have ample places to choose from for your holiday getaway. Here you'll find top ranked ones based on Expedia user reviews:

• Marl Inn Bed & Breakfast - Amenities at this 3.5-star bed & breakfast include free WiFi and free parking. It's a favorite with Expedia travelers for its breakfast and beach locale.
• Hampton Inn Newport News-Yorktown - Our customers like the pool and WiFi at this hotel. This 2.5-star hotel features free breakfast, an indoor pool, and free WiFi.
• Holiday Inn Newport News - City Center - This 3.5-star hotel features a restaurant, an indoor pool, and free WiFi. Expedia customers like its proximity to shopping and comfortable rooms.

Other favorite sights in Newport News include Virginia Living Museum, Lee Hall Mansion, and Jamestown Settlement. Popular places to visit outside the city include Busch Gardens Williamsburg, 14.1 mi/22.6 km from the city center, and Water Country USA, which is 15.1 mi/24.3 km away.

Getting Around Newport News

If you want to explore the larger area, hop on a train at Newport News Station. Newport News may not have many public transit options to choose from so consider renting a car to explore more.

Dressing for Newport News

• Between January and March, you can expect average temperatures of 66°F during the day and 32°F at night
• From April to June, the average during the day is 89°F, while the average at night is 44°F
• July through September has daytime averages of 90°F with nighttime averages of 58°F
• In October-December, you can expect daytime averages of 77°F and nighttime averages of 32°F
• About 45.47 inches of rain falls on Newport News each year
• Usually July and June are the hottest months with an average of 88°F, whereas February and January are often coldest, averaging 33°F