Exploring the Wonders of The Mariners' Museum and Park

Getting There

• Bus

  To reach The Mariners' Museum and Park from various locations in Newport News, take the Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) bus service. Look for the bus stop nearest to you and check the HRT schedule for routes heading towards the 'Newport News City Center'. One of the most convenient routes is the 'Route 3', which travels along Warwick Boulevard and stops near the museum. If you are at the Newport News Transit Center, board the Route 3 bus and stay on for about 15-20 minutes. Get off at the stop near 'Museum Dr'. From there, it’s a short walk of about 0.3 miles. Head southwest on Warwick Boulevard, then turn right onto Museum Dr, and follow the signs to The Mariners' Museum and Park.

• Walking

  If you are already in the vicinity of The Mariners' Museum and Park, you can walk there. From the central Newport News area, head south on Warwick Boulevard. Continue straight for about 0.5 miles until you reach the intersection with Museum Dr. Turn right onto Museum Dr, and you will see the entrance to The Mariners' Museum and Park ahead. The walk should take you approximately 10-15 minutes, and you’ll enjoy the view of the surrounding area along the way.

• Bicycle

  For those who prefer to cycle, Newport News has bike lanes that can take you to The Mariners' Museum and Park. If you are starting from the city center, bike south on Warwick Boulevard, which is equipped with bike lanes. After approximately 1 mile, turn right onto Museum Dr, where you'll find bike racks available for parking your bicycle at the museum. The ride should take around 10-15 minutes, depending on your pace.