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Independent city in Virginia, United States
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Hampton is a city in the Hampton Roads region of Virginia.
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A large star fort dating from the early 19th century, where African Americans gathered nearby for protection during the Civil War and Jefferson Davis did time in an area of the fort now designated as the Casemate Museum.
It has many aircraft and exhibits, and an IMAX Theater.
Where US military aircraft are on display.
Accommodations on the waterfront.
A full-service hotel with 295 spacious two-room suites.
Walking distance of the new Hampton Roads Convention Center and Hampton Coliseum.
An extended stay hotel with well-equipped kitchens, complimentary breakfast and free wi-fi Internet.
The historic Queen Anne Victorian has 3 guestrooms.
By bus
Inter-city buses arrive and depart at the Hampton Transit Center, 2 W Pembroke Ave (at N King St).
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