Wells Theatre, Norfolk

Name: Wells Theatre
Address: 108 E Tazewell St, Norfolk, 23510-1802, United States
Telephone: +1 757-627-1234

#28 among attractions in Norfolk

Theater, Historical place, Concerts and shows

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Facts and practical information

The Wells Theatre is a performing arts venue located in downtown Norfolk, Virginia. It has housed the Virginia Stage Company since 1979. The Wells Theatre is owned and operated by the City of Norfolk and is part of The Seven Venues. ()

Built: 1913 (111 years ago)Coordinates: 36°50'57"N, 76°17'25"W

Address

108 E Tazewell StDowntown NorfolkNorfolk 23510-1802 United States

Contact

+1 757-627-1234

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Day trips

Wells Theatre – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Chrysler Museum of Art, MacArthur Center, Harbor Park, Waterside.

0.5 miN
Fine works from Renaissance to Rothko
Chrysler Museum of Art, Norfolk
14 min walk • The Chrysler Museum of Art stands as a cultural beacon in Norfolk, Virginia, showcasing a diverse collection of artworks that span over 5,000 years of history. This distinguished institution is not just a highlight for art enthusiasts but a must-visit destination for...
~580 ftE
Shopping, Shopping centre
MacArthur Center, Norfolk
3 min walk • MacArthur Center is a shopping mall in Norfolk, Virginia, in the center of the Hampton Roads metropolitan area. Built by the Taubman Company, the mall is owned by Starwood Capital Group since October 2014.
0.8 miSE
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
Harbor Park, Norfolk
20 min walk • Harbor Park is a stadium, used primarily for baseball, on the Elizabeth River, in downtown Norfolk, Virginia. Once rated the best minor league stadium by Baseball America, it is home to the Norfolk Tides Minor League Baseball team. The Tides are the Baltimore Orioles' Triple-A farm team and compete in the International League.
~1750 ftS
Shopping, Shopping centre
Waterside, Norfolk
9 min walk • The Waterside, is a festival marketplace on the Elizabeth River in downtown Norfolk, Virginia, opened June 1, 1983. While the Waterside Annex was demolished May 16, 2016, the main portion was renovated and reopened as Waterside District in May 2017.
~1810 ftNE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Norfolk Scope, Norfolk
9 min walk • Norfolk Scope is a multi-function complex in Norfolk, Virginia, comprising an 11,000-person arena, a 2,500-person theater known as Chrysler Hall, a 10,000-square-foot exhibition hall and a 600-car parking garage.
~1260 ftW
Large, revered battleship offering tours
USS Wisconsin, Norfolk
7 min walk • USS Wisconsin is an Iowa-class battleship, the second ship of the United States Navy to be named in honor of the U.S. state of Wisconsin. She was built at the Philadelphia Naval Shipyard in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and launched on 7 December 1943, sponsored Margaret Goodland, wife of Governor Walter Goodland of Wisconsin.
~1520 ftW
Museum, Specialty museum, Science museum
Nauticus, Norfolk
8 min walk • Nauticus is a maritime-themed science center and museum located on the downtown waterfront in Norfolk, Virginia, also known as the National Maritime Center.
~850 ftSE
Museum, History museum, Military museum
MacArthur Memorial, Norfolk
5 min walk • The MacArthur Memorial is a memorial, museum, and research center about the life of General Douglas MacArthur. It consists of three buildings on MacArthur Square in Norfolk, Virginia.
~1490 ftW
Museum, History museum, Maritime museum
Hampton Roads Naval Museum, Norfolk
8 min walk • The Hampton Roads Naval Museum is one of ten Navy museums that are operated by the Naval History & Heritage Command. It celebrates the long history of the U.S.
~940 ftNE
Neighbourhood, Beaux-Arts architecture, Italianate architecture
Downtown Norfolk, Norfolk
5 min walk • Downtown Norfolk serves as the traditional center of commerce, government, and culture in the Hampton Roads region. Norfolk, Virginia's downtown waterfront shipping and port activities historically played host to numerous and often noxious port and shipping-related uses.
~1590 ftSE
Church, Georgian architecture
St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Norfolk
8 min walk • Saint Paul's Episcopal Church is a historic church in Norfolk, Virginia, United States. The Nave of the current church was built in 1739 and is the sole colonial-era building which survived the various wars that Norfolk has witnessed.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Wells Theatre open?

Wells Theatre is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Wells Theatre?

Nearby attractions include Tidewater Community College, Norfolk (3 min walk), The NorVa, Norfolk (3 min walk), TCC Roper Performing Arts Center, Norfolk (3 min walk), Norfolk City Hall, Norfolk (4 min walk).

How to get to Wells Theatre by public transport?

The nearest stations to Wells Theatre:

Light rail

MacArthur Square • Lines: Tide (4 min walk)
Monticello • Lines: Tide (5 min walk)

Bus

Norfolk Downtown Transit Center (10 min walk)
Norfolk Greyhound Station (11 min walk)

Ferry

Waterside • Lines: Elizabeth River Ferry (11 min walk)
North Landing • Lines: Elizabeth River Ferry (20 min walk)

Train

Norfolk (23 min walk)