Location: Leesburg
Top Things to do in Leesburg
What to do and see in Leesburg, Virginia (VA): The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
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. 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.
2. Morven Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 197 reviews
Morven Park is a 1,000 acre historic estate located in Leesburg, Virginia. For information on Park events and visiting the grounds, visit MorvenPark.org The mansion and museum hours vary by season. Visit MorvenPark.org/Tours for admission details and tour schedules. Known as the “Central Park” of Loudoun County, Morven Park welcomes 250,000 visitors each year who come to enjoy exquisite scenery, formal boxwood gardens, the Morven Park International Equestrian Center, athletic fields, the iconic Greek Revival mansion, museums, and hiking trails. As a nonprofit organization, Morven Park relies on donations to preserve the exceptional buildings and grounds, to support our award-winning student programs, and to continue our fun, family-friendly events.
Reviewed By jaswyre - Leesburg, United States
A great place to go for a long walk and to look at the beautiful surroundings. If you take photos you need to get a permit first Beautiful grounds an fun to just drive through.
3. George C. Marshall's Dodona Manor
Overall Ratings
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.
4. Historical White's Ferry
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 314 reviews
Reviewed By dawnfromseattle - Vienna, United States
For $5 you can take your car across the Potomac on the historic, cable operated ferry. The ride is 5 minutes. On the Maryland side there is a park, restrooms and a little country store. Glad we went.
5. 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!
6. Ball's Bluff Battlefield Regional Park
7. Ida Lee Park
8. Historic Downtown
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 75 reviews
Reviewed By O3783LUdianek - Wallingford, United States
My daughter just moved to Leesburg in 2020 and we love visiting and walking around downtown. Cute shops and several restaurants and coffee shops to choose from. Very quaint and I could see that in the nice weather the outdoor dining options would be nice. Shop owners are friendly and it is a nice way to spend an afternoon.
9. 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.
10. Leesburg Premium Outlets
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 385 reviews
Leesburg Premium Outlets is more than just a great collection of the finest designer labels and name brands, it is the area's only upscale outlet center. Include a shopping stop during your next trip to the nation's capitol. Located 35 miles from Washington D.C. and 17 miles west of Dulles International Airport, you're sure to find impressive savings of 25% to 65% all year round. Local Shop & Stay packages are available.
Reviewed By richardsW8498GT - Abilene, United States
The Outlets is a great place to shop because there is a fantastic selection of stores. They do a good job of dealing with traffic getting in and out of the mall. There is plenty of parking and multiple access points to the shops. The food court as a limited offering of food options and a nice stating area to enjoy your meal. Rest Rooms are located a strategic point in the shopping area. The Outlets has a Fridays located in the parking area and we noticed a food truck last night. There is a Ruby Tuesday located a block north on Edwards Ferry road. There are several other eating options in close proximity to the Outlets.
