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Suggested Itinerary WanderLOVE Road Trip: Where Urban Newport News Meets Rural Smithfield

Crab Shack on the James in Newport News
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    13560 Jefferson Ave.
    Newport News, VA 23603
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    757-886-7777 (Newport News Visitor Ctr.)
    888-493-7386 (Toll-free number)
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From the city landscape of Newport News to the quaint, walkable downtown streets of Smithfield, you’ll find a wonderful mix of urban and rural on your road trip between these two neighboring cities.

In Newport News, enjoy:

  • Art & Sculpture driving tour, features 34+ works of art throughout the city. Ask for brochure at Newport News Visitor Center, 13560 Jefferson Ave.
  • L-O-V-E-NN letters in City Center at Oyster Point.
  • Huntington Beach, on the James River. 9285 Warwick Blvd.
  • Noland Trail, a scenic 5-mile trail with 14 bridges, picnic areas, and benches at every half-mile. 100 Museum Drive.
  • Newport News Park, a 7,711 oasis with camping, golfing, fishing, biking, archery, disc golf, and more. 13560 Jefferson Ave.
  • Virginia Living Museum, an indoor/outdoor adventure, featuring wildlife native to Virginia. 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd.
  • Dean & Don’s Farm Market, open April-October. 12601 Warwick Blvd.
  • Game’s Farmers Market, family-owned grocer. 503 Harpersville Road.
  • Historic Hilton Village, offers unique shopping, sweet treats, lunch, and fine dining. 10000 block of Warwick Boulevard at Main Street.
  • Tradition Brewing Co., handcrafted brews fresh from the tap, 700 Thimble Shoals Blvd.
  • Twisted Knot, a 2-barrel brewhouse serving small-batch beers, 11838 Canon Blvd.
  • Ironclad Distillery, bourbon characterized by the brackish air of the James River. 124 23rd St.
  • Crab Shack on the James, a perfect spot to watch the sunset. 7601 River Road.
  • Fin Seafood Restaurant, 3150 William Styron Square, or Circa 1918 Kitchen & Bar, 10367 Warwick Blvd., for upscale fine dining.
  • Smoke BBQ Restaurant, 10900 Warwick Blvd., for pit-smoked barbecue, a great family option.
  • More dining options available at newport-news.org/visitors/where-to-dine.

In Smithfield, enjoy:

  • Public art, from hand-painted porcelain pigs to bronze sculptures. Ask for brochure at the Smithfield Visitor Center, 319 Main St.
  • Don’t miss the L-O-V-E letters, featuring a giant slice of bacon, 319 Main St.  
  • Windsor Castle Park, featuring kayak rentals, hiking, biking and more. 301 Jericho Road.
  • Darden’s Country Store, a small store on a farm. 16249 Bowling Green Road.
  • Quaint shops and bakeries. Most located in the Historic District.
  • Wharf Hill Brewing Co., a full-service restaurant, bar, and craft brewery. 25 Main St.
  • Blue Sky Distillery, a micro distillery. 20042 Isle of Wight Industrial Park Road.
  • SummerWind Vineyard, an 11-acre vineyard. 71 Eagle Nest Lane.
  • Billsburg Brewery, near the Jamestown-Scotland Ferry, 2054 Jamestown Road.
  • Smithfield Station, known for its seafood. 415 South Church St.
  • Wharf Hill, authentic brewpub. 25 Main St.
  • Taste of Smithfield, fresh and authentic Southern food. 217 Main St.
  • More dining options available at genuinesmithfieldva.com/business/category/eat-and-drink/7.

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Last Updated: 07/28/2020

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    Newport News, VA 23603
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    13564 Jefferson Avenue
    Newport News, VA 23603
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    16890 Warwick Boulevard, Suite B
    Newport News, VA 23603
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