Unveiling the Charm of Hermitage Museum & Gardens

Getting There

• Public Bus

  To get to the Hermitage Museum & Gardens from downtown Chesapeake, head to the nearest bus stop on the corner of Cedar Rd and Battlefield Blvd. Take the Route 45 bus towards Norfolk. Stay on the bus for approximately 30 minutes until you reach the stop at Granby St & 38th St. From there, transfer to the Route 20 bus, which will take you directly to the Hermitage Museum & Gardens. Get off at the stop on N Shore Rd, and the museum will be a short walk from there.

• Bicycle

  If you prefer biking, start from the Chesapeake City Park and head north on Battlefield Blvd. Continue on Battlefield Blvd until you reach the intersection with Virginia Beach Blvd. Turn left and follow Virginia Beach Blvd to the I-64 overpass. After crossing, continue straight onto N Shore Rd. The Hermitage Museum & Gardens will be on your left at 7637 N Shore Rd. This route is approximately 10 miles and takes about 45 minutes to an hour depending on your biking speed.

• Walking

  For those who enjoy walking, if you are staying near the Chesapeake City Park, start at the park and walk north on Battlefield Blvd towards the intersection with Virginia Beach Blvd. This is about a 1.5-mile walk. Once you reach the intersection, turn left onto Virginia Beach Blvd and then take a right on N Shore Rd. Continue walking for about 1 mile, and you will find the Hermitage Museum & Gardens on your left at 7637 N Shore Rd.

• Ride Share

  If you prefer a quicker option, consider using a ride-sharing service like Uber or Lyft. Simply request a ride from your current location in Chesapeake and input 'Hermitage Museum & Gardens, 7637 N Shore Rd, Norfolk, VA 23505' as your destination. This option will take you directly to the museum and is particularly convenient if you're traveling with a group or have limited time.