MacArthur Memorial, Chesapeake Travel Guide

Getting There

• Public Bus

  To reach the MacArthur Memorial at 198 Bank St, Norfolk, VA, you can take the HRT (Hampton Roads Transit) bus service. Start by locating the nearest bus stop from your current location in Chesapeake. Look for the bus routes that head towards Norfolk. Routes 45 and 47 typically connect Chesapeake to Norfolk. Board the bus and ensure it’s heading towards the 'Norfolk' direction. The journey will take approximately 30-45 minutes depending on traffic. Get off at the stop nearest to Downtown Norfolk. From there, walk south towards Bank St. The MacArthur Memorial is located on the left side at 198 Bank St. It’s about a 10-minute walk from the bus stop.

• Light Rail

  If you prefer taking the light rail, start by making your way to the Norfolk light rail station. You can take a bus or a taxi to get there. Once at the station, board the Tide Light Rail heading towards 'Newtown Road'. Ride the light rail to the 'MacArthur Square Station'. After getting off, exit the station and head southwest on Bank Street. The MacArthur Memorial will be located on your right at 198 Bank St. This option will take around 1 hour including transfers.

• Walking

  If you are already within Downtown Norfolk, you can simply walk to the MacArthur Memorial. Start at the nearest landmark, such as the Norfolk Waterside District. Head towards the north on Waterside Drive, then turn left onto Main St. Continue walking straight until you reach Bank St. Turn right, and you will see the MacArthur Memorial at 198 Bank St. This walk will take approximately 15 minutes.

• Taxi/Rideshare

  For a more direct route, consider using a taxi or rideshare service like Uber or Lyft. Simply enter 'MacArthur Memorial, 198 Bank St, Norfolk, VA' as your destination. The driver will take you directly to the entrance of the memorial. Depending on traffic, this option will take about 20-30 minutes from various points in Chesapeake.