Location: Leesburg
Top Things to do in Leesburg
Top 8 Things to do Good for Big Groups in Leesburg, Virginia (VA)
Leesburg is a historic town within and the county seat of Loudoun County, Virginia. Leesburg is 33 miles (53 km) west-northwest of Washington, D.C. along the base of Catoctin Mountain and adjacent to the Potomac River. Its population according to the 2016 United States Census is 52,607. [1] The town is also the northwestern terminus of the Dulles Greenway, a private toll road that connects to the Dulles Toll Road at Washington Dulles International Airport.
Restaurants in Leesburg
1. Cork & Keg Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 41 reviews
Cork & Keg Tours creates unforgettable winery and brewery tours for individuals, couples & groups of up to twelve, combining wine tastings & craft brew visits with sophisticated fun in Loudoun County VA. Our customized Mercedes Sprinter Limo Van features spacious, comfortable perimeter seating and the latest lighting & sound technology as well as Apple TV!
2. EXIT Plan - An Escape Room Adventure
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 73 reviews
EXIT PLAN is Loudoun County’s first and only Escape Room Adventure. Allow yourself to become part of the Problem…and the Solution. Work as a team to decipher our toughest puzzles; to crack our most difficult codes and to unlock the solution to your escape. Success depends on your ability to put yourself in the mind of our Puzzle Masters. Can you beat us? Can you make it out? What is YOU
Reviewed By thomaskP6390LN
I did the SERIAL escape room with my brothers, my dad, and some friends as part of a Birthday Weekend and its was the highlight of the weekend hands down. Several of the people in the group said they had been to other escape rooms but that this one was by far the best. Everything was well done from the staff to the room designs. Riddles were creative, theme was fresh, and complexity was all there. This escape room lived up to its 9 out of 10 difficulty. We have some people that were excellent at riddles on the team and we still finished with just 8 seconds to spare! Highly recommend it was definitely an experience I will never forget.
3. Oatlands Historic House & Garden
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4.5 based on 223 reviews
A historic garden property administered by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. We are currently closed for our off season, but will reopen to the public on April 18, 2019.
4. George C. Marshall's Dodona Manor
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4.5 based on 113 reviews
George C. Marshall's Dodona Manor is situated on 3.8 acres of gardens on the eastern end of Leesburg's Old and Historic District. The site is designated a National Historic Landmark as the residence of General George C. Marshall from 1941 until 1959. During his residency in the home, General Marshall served our nation as Chief of Staff of the Army, as Special Envoy to China, as Secretary of State, as President of the American Red Cross, and as Secretary of Defense. His career as a military officer spanned 44 years, including distinguished service in two world wars. General Marshall was the architect of the European Recovery Plan (The Marshall Plan), and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1953. General Marshall was described as the "Greatest American of the twentieth century" by both Franklin Roosevelt and Winston Churchill. More than 90 percent of the items in the house belonged to the Marshalls when they lived here in the 1950s.
Reviewed By G4110PEdonnaf
This house is filled with the actual personal belongings of General Marshall and his family, as well as memorabilia from his accomplishments on the world stage. This gives the tours a deeper connection to visitors which is truly inspiring. The docents are well informed, dedicated to the museum, and share fascinating details of Marshall's personal life (including that of his wife). A wonderful experience which brings history to life.
5. Temple Hall Farm Regional Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By cogdog43 - Arlington, United States
Brought my two little ones (6yo; 2yo) thinking it was like Fryin’ Pan Park, but this is way better! A bounce bubble, sand pit, great animals, clean bathrooms, a picnic shelter - perfect weekend option. With a picnic, a family with young kids can probably kill up to 2.5 hours here. Will visits again!
6. Casanel Vineyards & Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 91 reviews
Please visit our website to schedule a visit. We are a small, family-owned and operated boutique winery located in Loudoun County. We specialize in small lot and experimental craft wines grown in the Middleburg American Viticultural Area. Reservation required, all visitors must be 21 and older. We appreciate your understanding. We provide an adult atmosphere providing intimate and educational tastings. Vineyard and production tours are based on seasonal availability. Call our tasting room and or visit our website for our events, seasonal and holiday closings, and to schedule a visit!
Reviewed By VaOki
Anna is so full of insight and information! My whole family has enjoyed learning about entrepreneurship and wine making in a hands on Virginia winery! Casanel has pushed the limits of innovative wine making in Virginia!
7. Black Hoof Brewing Co
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4.5 based on 15 reviews
At Black Hoof, we brew a variety of beers with an emphasis on traditional, true-to-style German lagers and European ales. Our tap lineup is constantly changing and evolving to include beers for each holiday and season. We offer a warm, inviting taproom, delicious brews, and friendly, knowledgeable staff. We hope our hard work, attention to detail and passion for brewing in the traditional style is evident in each and every one of our beers.
Reviewed By Hayvern - Myersville, United States
If I didn't know better I would have thought we were back living in Deutschland, the decor, warm reception, excellent bier and cheerful staff made our first visit the first of many. The excellent selection of authentic tasting German biers took me back to the days when we were living in Stuttgart and visiting the countryside. Absolutely the best biers I've had since leaving. I sampled 4 different biers and all were excellent and while most would never notice, in the proper glass for the particular type of bier a nuisance only those who've lived there would pick up on, NICE touch! The condiments served with the Bavarian Pretzel were spot on as well.
8. Ball's Bluff Battlefield and National Cemetery
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 92 reviews
A poignant and sobering reminder of a disastrous Union defeat during the Civil War.
Reviewed By RobertP120 - Chesterfield, United States
Ball’s Bluff is a unique civil war battlefield and national cemetery situated in a residential subdivision about 2 miles northeast of Leesburg, Virginia. It is the scene of an 1861 battle where confederate forces defeated Federal troops attempting to cross the Potomac River. The Union forces lost 900 soldiers in the battle and the confederates captured another 700. The battlefield is a Northern Virginia Regional Park. The national cemetery is on the park grounds. The federal government established the cemetery in 1865. Today, the cemetery is a ringed by a red brick wall with a flag pole. There are 54 Unions soldiers buried tin 25 graves each marked with a marble grave marker. All are unidentified except James Allen, a soldier from Massachusetts. It is interesting to note that Ball’s Bluff is the third smallest national cemetery in the country. There is a kiosk with informational pamphlets at the entrance to the park. There are numerous self-guided marked trails that trace the history of the battle. During our visit there were numerous fallen trees from a recent storm. The park and cemetery were very interesting and informative. It was a fantastic way to see history up close. The battlefield offers some very interesting facts about the civil war. There is a marker honoring Colonel Edward D. the only U.S. senator killed in battle. Lt. Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr., of the 20th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry, survived a nearly fatal wound at Ball's Bluff to become an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States in 1902. Paul Revere had a large family with a total of 51 grandchildren. Three of his grandchildren, Paul Joseph Revere, Joseph Warren Revere and Edward Hutchinson Revere, served in the Union army. Confederate troops captured both Paul and Edward during the battle of Ball's Bluff. Both were released in a prisoner exchange later but were killed at Gettysburg and the Battle of Antietam respectively. The battlefield and cemetery were designated as a National Historical Landmark in 1984. I thoroughly enjoyed my visit there and encourage anyone in the Leesburg area to stop by.
