Location: Manassas
Top Things to do in Manassas
What to do and see in Manassas, Virginia (VA): The Best Sights & Landmarks
Manassas (formerly Manassas Junction) is an independent city in the Commonwealth of Virginia. As of the 2010 Census, the population was 37,821. The city borders Prince William County, the independent city of Manassas Park, and Fairfax County. The Bureau of Economic Analysis includes both Manassas and Manassas Park with Prince William County for statistical purposes.
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1. Ben Lomond Historic Site
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4.5 based on 54 reviews
Ben Lomond and its outbuildings were constructed for Benjamin Tasker Chinn in 1832. Confederate forces used Ben Lomond as a hospital following the 1861 Battle of First Manassas. Signatures of Federal soldiers who occupied the property in 1862 are still visible inside the house. Tour the Civil War hospital, where you can see, smell, touch, hear, and taste history. Then see the restored slave quarter, smokehouse and dairy and enjoy the fragrant Rose Garden. The site is open for tours May-October. Grounds are open year round from dawn-dusk. Tours November-April are available with advanced notice.
2. Manassas National Battlefield Park
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4.5 based on 1,105 reviews
A 5,000-acre park that was the scene of two major Civil War battles.
Reviewed By 977samd - Vero Beach, United States
The Battlefields of Manassas are quite extensive and a visit begins at the Manassas National Battlefield Park, Pet Friendly to pets at all times on leashes, the Visitor’s Center, located at 6511 Sudley Road, Manassas, VA 20109, 793-361-1339, battlefields open daily daylight hours, Visitor’s Center offers information, maps, restrooms, bookstore/gift shop, a introductory film, and exhibits. There were 2 battles referred to as First Manassas (First Bull Run - July 1861) & Second Manassas (Second Bull Run - August 1862). In our view, they First Manassas Battlefield is best understood by taking the walking tour; & the Second Manassas Battlefield is best understood by taking the 12 Station or Locations Driving Tour. First Manassas was the first real Battlefield action between USA/CSA, and it ended with 900 young men dead on the battlefield. It ended any notion the war’s outcome would be decided quickly. Eventually after 4 years of war, the war ended and 600,000+ young men lay dead on the battlefields. We suggest you plan to spend 4 hours or so, minimum, to get an understanding of the meaning of Manassas, and to begin to understand the degree of violence and destruction that occurred at Manassas, and how it set the base for 4 more years of bloody and destructive war.
3. Manassas Train Station
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4.5 based on 152 reviews
Reviewed By markrV9755NV - Manassas, United States
Great town to visit. Live music. Aroma wine bar. Sinistral brewery. Battle Street live music during Thursday - Saturday.
4. All Saints Catholic Church
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4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By Hodgmo - Leland, United States
Visited this church while traveling through the area and it was absolutely wonderful. The church design was beautiful and the congregation was welcoming. The sermon which the priest gave made the reflect on your life and gave you something to think about during the week. The Mass I attended had the hand bells and it was absolutely something you should witness. I do not know the schedule when the hand bells are used but if you can make the time to attend one of those services you will not be disappointed.
