Getaway on the Portsmouth Waterfront
A beautiful walkable waterfront. One-of-a-kind museums, shops & restaurants. Endless entertainment options. A full-service, Vegas-style casino. 300 years worth of history to discover. Portsmouth has something for everyone.
Things To Do
Your Weekend To-Do List
1 Roll the Dice
Catch all the slot, table, and poker action at Virginia’s first 24-hour full-service casino! Plus live music and shows, great dining and nonstop fun.
2 Walk the Waterfront
Hit the shops, grab a bite, and take a walk on the waterfront promenade or explore our historic seaport’s stunning collection of beautifully preserved period homes.
3 Uncover History
Explore one-of-a-kind museums, beautifully preserved historic homes and over 270 years of American history in Virginia’s oldest and most historic seaport.
4 Visit a Museum
The Virginia Children’s Museum is just for kids, but don’t worry. Portsmouth has a few museums for grown ups, too.
5 Go Play
Find fun for the whole family in Portsmouth. Race your kids at LeMans Karting Portsmouth, play laser tag, try out axe throwing + so much more!
6 Get Outdoors
From nature walks to bird watching to group paddles, discover the great outdoors in Portsmouth.
7 Hit The Town
Enjoy nights of live music, shows, movies and more! Check out Portsmouth’s full event lineup.
8 Catch a Concert
Top-name acts on an intimate waterfront stage? Must be Portsmouth’s one-and only Atlantic Union Bank Pavilion.
Stay & Play Casino Package
SAVE 15%
Play at Rivers Casino and save 15% on your stay at the Renaissance Waterfront Hotel! Discover the non-stop excitement of a Las Vegas-style casino with dining, gaming and entertainment right in the heart of Coastal Virginia! Rivers Casino is Virginia’s premier gaming destination, but you’ll love it for the stunning cuisine, thrill-a-minute entertainment and friendly Portsmouth hospitality, too.
Casino
Hit the slots, the tables or the high-limit poker room. Or get in on the big game. Craps, roulette, blackjack – it’s all here!
Dining
From all-American favorites and authentic Asian cuisine to a classic steakhouse, there’s something for everyone to love, any time of day.
Entertainment
Catch legendary entertainers, hilarious comedians and some of today’s hottest hitmakers in this uniquely intimate, state-of-the-art venue.
Stay Your Way
Plan Your Stay
Complete your visit with a stay at the gleaming Renaissance Waterfront Hotel, the budget-friendly Quality Inn & Suites Olde Towne, or a sweet local airbnb. Plan your Weekend Visit on the beautiful Portsmouth Waterfront today!
Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel
Stunning views from 244 guest rooms and 5 lavish suites.
For beautiful waterfront vistas, the Renaissance Portsmouth – Norfolk Waterfront Hotel and Conference Center is a must. Enjoy views of the working harbor, a variety of passing ships, the downtown Norfolk skyline, and the active local shipyards from the windows and patios of this full service luxury hotel.
Quality Inn & Suites Olde Towne
Just a few short blocks from shopping, dining and the Olde Town waterfront, the Quality Inn & Suites Olde Towne is budget friendly and fun friendly, too.Â
Private Rentals & Airbnbs
Portsmouth is filled with off-the-beaten path Airbnbs and privately owned properties for a visit that’s as unique and authentic as it is inviting.
