Festive Photo-Ops in Downtown Norfolk
Working on a last-minute holiday card? Or maybe you’re just looking for some Yuletide likes on IG. Downtown Norfolk is the place to go for this year's holiday photo ops, and we’ve gathered some of our most festively photogenic spots for you here!
Selden Holiday Market
Photo Vibes: Vintage Vegas Christmas
Holiday cheer starts at Selden Market. This retro-Vegas inspired custom backdrop is a perfect photo spot, and the Market is all decked out for the season with bold, bright colors that are sure to make you feel festive and merry!
NEON District Holiday Stars
Photo Vibes: Edgy X-mas
Check out the one-of-a-kind holiday décor from local artists along Granby Street in the NEON District.
Lights on Granby
Photo Vibes: Bright Lights, Big City
In addition to our iconic Granby Arch Lights, you’ll find each arch adorned with beautiful snowflakes and two light walls (beside Jack Brown’s and beside Republic) that are just picture perfect.
WinterFest on the Wisconsin
Photo Vibes: Winter Wonderland
You don’t have to be on deck to take in this dazzling display of lights along the Elizabeth River. This is a great selfie or landscape spot, guaranteed to rake in those holiday likes.

Image via @mensen_woodworks
Town Point Park
Photo Vibes: Classic Christmas
Town Point Park’s giant Christmas tree surrounded by a beautiful canopy of warm holiday lights all aglow, with cute cut-outs of nutcrackers all around you, and the view of the beautiful Elizabeth River is sure to fill your photo with classic Christmas charm.

Image via @Festevents
MacArthur Center
Photo Vibes: Wintry Activities and Annual Photo with Santa
You’ll find the big man himself at MacArthur Center — and time slots to get your annual photo with him are still available! You can also enjoy holiday shopping, the beautiful outdoor light-up trees, or snap some action shots as you go around the ice skating rink.
Giant Trees
Photo Vibes: Big Holiday Joy
Stunning giant trees of all types are located throughout Downtown at MacArthur Square, Town Point Park, The Plot and the MacArthur Center Green. Take a picture in front of them all.