Location: Manassas
Top Things to do in Manassas
What to do and see in Manassas, Virginia (VA): The Best Things to do
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.
Restaurants in Manassas
1. Penguin Paddling LLC
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Here at Penguin Paddling, we provide excellent kayak and paddleboard rentals and tours out of Prince William County. Our location at 201 Mill Street in Occoquan (behind Madigan's Waterfront restaurant), has calm and peaceful water surrounded by greenery and is located in a neat small town filled with bistros, unique shops, wine and beer tasting rooms, and great historical architecture. We would love to host you and yours for a great time on the water today!!!
2. KO Distilling
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5.0 based on 32 reviews
KO Distilling is an award-winning craft distillery in Historic Manassas, Virginia founded by former US Merchant Marines and Navy Reservists Bill Karlson and John O'Mara. We produce award-winning Bare Knuckle Whiskeys and Battle Standard 142 Gins. Our Bare Knuckle Bourbon, Rye, Wheat, and American whiskeys are distilled in state-of-the-art Vendome copper stills, aged onsite in new 53-gallon American white oak barrels, and made with 100% Virginia-grown grains. Our newest release, Distiller's Reserve Bourbon, is our first Bottled-in-Bond offering. Battle Standard 142 American Dry Style Gins are available in bold Navy Strength, classic Standard Strength, and oaky Barrel-Finished varieties. All of our award-winning spirits are certified Craft Distilled, Kosher, and Virginia's Finest, and they are never chill-filtered.
3. Shining Sol Candle Company
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Shining Sol Candle Company (Manassas, Va.) takes great pride in our unique line of handmade, hand poured, wooden wick, all natural soy candles. Each candle is crafted in true artisan fashion, one at a time or small batched. We are proud to be 100% Made in America.
4. Green Beret for a Day - Elite Commando Experience
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
Learn to solve problems the Special Forces way as you rescue hostages, take down terrorists or stop an active shooter. Trained by combat veterans from the Army Special Forces (Green Berets) and Navy SEALS, this once in a lifetime experience is a fun and exciting adult adventure. A portion of the proceeds go to wounded veteran charities. Its like an escape room on steroids!
5. 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.
6. Manassas National Battlefield Park
Overall Ratings
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.
7. The Manassas Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 148 reviews
Enjoy a permanent exhibit spanning Native American through 20th Century periods, with a special emphasis on the Civil War. Meet spies and scallyways, slaves and soldiers, presidents and generals as you and your family experience special living history portrayals from the past. Don't miss the Museum's seven diverse historic sites, all nearby, or changing exhibit space.
Reviewed By Roguemomma
This was our first stop on our Eastern History tour and my husband and I were very impressed with all the information they can pack into one small museum. We enjoyed the artifacts a lot and the staff was helpful and very friendly. Free tour was awesome too.
8. Hylton Performing Arts Center
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4.5 based on 63 reviews
Reviewed By JillMAS123 - Manassas, United States
There are so many opportunities at Hylton. Whether you want to rent a venue or attend a world class show, you can do it with free parking and a beautiful and enriching environment.
9. 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.
10. Freedom Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By historyhorse - Alexandria, United States
This quaint museum proved to be a delightful treat of exhibits that allows visitors to connect with the persons who wore those helmets, carried those packs, and utilized those pieces of equipment while risky/giving their lives for our country's protection. It is definatey worth taking an hour or two of your day to experience this reminder of what generations of our soldiers, sailors, airmen, and Marines have sacrificed for American liberty!
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