Ghent District
Ghent
A Victorian-era historic neighbourhood just north of the Chrysler Museum, lined with restaurants, bars, antique shops and independent stores along Colley Avenue.
Ghent was built in the late 19th century and takes its name from the Treaty of Ghent. Victorian and Colonial Revival houses line the streets along the bay, and the district is shaded by trees. It is Norfolk's most lively neighbourhood. Along the main street, Colley Avenue, and 21st Street, you'll find restaurants from around the world, cafés, craft beer bars and antique shops. Nearby Stockley Gardens hosts art markets each spring and autumn. It is about 2 km from downtown and can be reached on foot from the Chrysler Museum.
Opening hours
Open all day (individual shops vary)
Nearby sights
- Fort Norfolk
- Chrysler Museum of Art
- NEON District
- West Freemason Street Historic District
- Hunter House Victorian Museum
- Elizabeth River Harbor Cruises
- Nauticus & Battleship Wisconsin
- Town Point Park