Norfolk
A community guide to Norfolk in Virginia, the United States.
- Population
- 238,005 residents
- Region
- Virginia
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 36.8468, -76.2852
Visiting
Norfolk welcomes visitors year-round. Points of interest in and around the community reflect the local character of this part of Virginia, and the surrounding region offers further opportunities for exploration. Accommodation, dining, and visitor services in Norfolk are available at the scale appropriate for a community of its size, with additional options in nearby places across Virginia. For travellers passing through the United States, Norfolk provides a snapshot of regional life worth a closer look.
Geography and location
Norfolk sits at approximate coordinates 36.8468 latitude and -76.2852 longitude within Virginia. The terrain and natural features around Norfolk reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Virginia road network providing the principal routes in and out.
Overview
Norfolk is a populated place in Virginia, the United States. The community supports 238,005 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Virginia. Its position within the broader regional network gives Norfolk a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.