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Hampton

Virginia, United States · North America

About Hampton

Hampton is worth a stop: 15 minutes from Newport News, 23km from Chesapeake Bay Bridge–Tunnel.

Hampton is a city located in Virginia, United States. With a population of 137,148, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Hampton sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/New York time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Hampton to your route.

About Hampton

The Hampton National Guard Armory is a history military facility at 504 North King Street in Hampton, Virginia. A large brick building with Moderne styling, it was built in 1936 with funding support from the New Deal-era Works Progress Administration, and is one of the few surviving armories built in the inter-war

Read more period in coastal Virginia. It originally housed Battery D of the 111th Field Artillery, and was used as a community meeting space for dances and other social events. The building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2016.

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What are the best things to do in Hampton?

Hampton offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Hampton located?

Hampton is located in Virginia, United States, North America. The coordinates are 37.0299 latitude, -76.3452 longitude.

What is the population of Hampton?

Hampton has a population of approximately 137,148 people, making it a city in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
137,148
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
Virginia
Timezone
America/New_York
Coordinates
37.0299, -76.3452

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United States

Police
911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
right

AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.

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Worth the detour from Hampton

3 notable places within an hour's drive.

bridge

Chesapeake Bay Bridge–Tunnel

A 17.6-mile engineering marvel carrying US-13 across the mouth of Chesapeake Bay, alternating between low bridges and two mile-long tunnels that dive beneath the shipping channels.

23 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Busch Gardens Williamsburg

European-themed amusement park in Virginia consistently rated among the world's most beautiful theme parks.

35 km · about 40 min drive

museum

Colonial Williamsburg

The world's largest living history museum, a meticulously restored 18th-century colonial capital with costumed interpreters and historic trades.

42 km · about 50 min drive

Driving roads near Hampton

  • 23 kmChesapeake Bay Bridge–TunnelA 17.6-mile engineering marvel carrying US-13 across the mouth of Chesapeake Bay, alternating between low bridges and two mile-long tunnels that dive beneath the shipping channels.

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24 km awayPop. 235,429

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