Browse Walks in City of Portsmouth, Virginia, US

This two-hour walking tour of Portsmouth, Virginia, United States, will take you through the city's historic downtown area and waterfront. You'll get to explore the city's unique shops, restaurants, and attractions, all within a reasonable walking distance.

The tour will begin at the Portsmouth Visitor Center (Address: 5 Crawford Pkwy, Portsmouth, VA 23704; Latitude/Longitude: 36.837862, -76.350045). Here, you can pick up a map of the city and learn more about the area's history.

Next, you'll head to the Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center (Address: 420 High St, Portsmouth, VA 23704; Latitude/Longitude: 36.837862, -76.350045). This center is home to a variety of art galleries, a theater, and a museum.

From there, you'll make your way to the Olde Towne Historic District (Address: High St, Portsmouth, VA 23704; Latitude/Longitude: 36.837862, -76.350045). This area is full of historic buildings, including the Olde Towne Presbyterian Church, the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum, and the Portsmouth City Hall.

After exploring the Olde Towne Historic District, you'll head to the Portsmouth Seawall (Address: High St, Portsmouth, VA 23704; Latitude/Longitude: 36.837862, -76.350045). Here, you can take in the views of the Elizabeth River and the city skyline.

Next, you'll make your way to the Portsmouth Farmers Market (Address: High St, Portsmouth, VA 23704; Latitude/Longitude: 36.837862, -76.350045). Here, you can pick up some fresh produce and other local goods.

From there, you'll head to the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum (Address: 2 High St, Portsmouth, VA 23704; Latitude/Longitude: 36.837862, -76.350045). This museum is dedicated to the history of the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard and the ships that were built there.

After exploring the museum, you'll make your way to the Portsmouth Brewery (Address: 116 High St, Portsmouth, VA 23704; Latitude/Longitude: 36.837862, -76.350045). Here, you can sample some of the city's best craft beers.

Next, you'll head to the Portsmouth Maritime Museum (Address: 1 High St, Portsmouth, VA 23704; Latitude/Longitude: 36.837862, -76.350045). This museum is dedicated to the history of the city's maritime industry.

From there, you'll make your way to the Portsmouth Harbor Center (Address: 1 High St, Portsmouth, VA 23704; Latitude/Longitude: 36.837862, -76.350045). This center is home to a variety of shops, restaurants, and attractions, including the Children's Museum of Virginia and the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame.

Finally, you'll end your tour at the Portsmouth Waterfront Park (Address: 1 High St, Portsmouth, VA 23704; Latitude/Longitude: 36.837862, -76.350045). Here, you can take in the views of the Elizabeth River and the city skyline.

Along the way, you'll also have the opportunity to explore some of the city's unique shops and restaurants. Some of the highlights include the Portsmouth Antique Mall (Address: 2 High St, Portsmouth, VA 23704; Latitude/Longitude: 36.837862, -76.350045), the Portsmouth Popcorn Company (Address: 1 High St, Portsmouth, VA 23704; Latitude/Longitude: 36.837862, -76.350045), and the Portsmouth Pie Company (Address: 1 High St, Portsmouth, VA 23704; Latitude/Longitude: 36.837862, -76.350045).

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