Getaway on the Portsmouth Waterfront

From the charm of Olde Towne to the nonstop excitement of the all-new Rivers Casino, the Portsmouth waterfront was made for fun fall getaways.

Your Weekend To-Do List

1 Rivers Casino

Catch all the slot, table, poker and sportsbook action at Virginia’s first 24-hour full-service casino!

 

GO TO THE CASINO

2 Walking on Waterfront

Hit the shops, take a walk on the waterfront promenade or explore our historic seaport’s stunning collection of beautifully preserved period homes.

 

GO FOR A WALK

3 Explore 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.

 

GO EXPLORING

4 Children’s Museum

The Virginia Children’s Museum is just for kids, but don’t worry. Portsmouth has a few museums for grown ups, too.

 

GO TO A MUSEUM

High-speed karting is just one of many fun things married couples can do in Hampton Roads.

5 Go Karts

Test your mettle with your foot on the pedal at Virginia’s largest and fastest indoor LeMans racing track.

 

GO KARTING

6 Get Outdoors

Discover miles of trails at two beautiful waterfront parks. Ideal for birding and hiking, too!

 

GO EXPLORING

7 Dining

Portsmouth’s budding culinary scene is the place to try something new and delicious. It’s local food made with love by local people.

 

GO OUT TO EAT

8 After Dark

Enjoy nights of live music, shows, movies and more! Check out Portsmouth’s full event lineup.

 

GO OUT TONIGHT

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.

BOOK NOW

spring-2023-20
Casino

Hit the slots, the tables or the high-limit poker room. Or get in on the big game in the sportsbook. Craps, roulette, blackjack – it’s all here!

LEARN MORE

Dining

From all-American favorites and authentic Asian cuisine to a classic steakhouse, there’s something for everyone to love, any time of day.

LEARN MORE

spring-2023-6
Entertainment

Catch legendary entertainers, hilarious comedians and some of today’s hottest hitmakers in this uniquely intimate, state-of-the-art venue.

LEARN MORE

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 Waterfront Hotel view from the Elizabeth River

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.

BOOK NOW

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. 

BOOK NOW

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.

LEARN MORE