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A city with an old soul and youthful enthusiasm. A Coastal Virginia vacation destination with fascinating sights to see and interesting things to do. A convention city with flexible facilities and a confident, can-do attitude.

Situated in the middle of the Hampton Roads region and the heart of the Mid-Atlantic, Hampton welcomes vacationers and meeting attendees alike with charming hospitality, multi-faceted attractions and activities, and an atmosphere of discovery that you'll find pleasantly surprising.

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Enjoy Gracious Hospitality in Downtown Hampton
Downtown Hampton encompasses the site of the original 17th century seaport that served as a port-of-entry for commercial vessels from Europe, Africa, and the Caribbean. Four centuries later, this lovely area is enhanced with cobblestone streets lined…
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This year Operation Sail and the U.S. Navy will join together to commemorate the bicentennial of the Star-Spangled Banner and the War of 1812 with a maritime event that combines for the first time the visit of international tall ships and traditional…
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