Top Things to do in Northern Virginia
Top Hotels in Northern Virginia
- 1. Hyatt Regency Dulles
- 2. Hampton Inn & Suites Fort Belvoir Alexandria South
- 3. Hyatt Centric Arlington
- 4. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Washington DC - Crystal City
- 5. Homewood Suites by Hilton Arlington Rosslyn Key Bridge
- 6. Hampton Inn Alexandria/Pentagon South
- 7. Hampton Inn Dulles-Cascades
- 8. Residence Inn Arlington Capital View
- 9. Hilton Garden Inn Reagan National Airport
- 10. Hampton Inn & Suites Arlington Crystal City DCA
What to do and see in Northern Virginia, Northern Virginia: The Best Nature & Parks
Discover the best top things to do in Northern Virginia, United States including Clemyjontri Park, Inside Ski Training Center, Oatlands Historic House & Garden, Leesylvania State Park, Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts, Great Falls Park, Gravelly Point Park, Morven Park, Burke Lake Park, Lake Accotink Park.
Restaurants in Northern Virginia
1. Clemyjontri Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 124 reviews
Reviewed By SusanK347 - McLean, United States
This park is a hidden gem in McLean. There is a wide range of equipment here in the way of jungle gyms, etc., as well as walking paths. Great for families with kids.
2. Inside Ski Training Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 107 reviews
Year-round indoor skiing and snowboarding on a large infinite slope. A professional instructor controls the speed and the pitch of the slope as the rider progresses. A mirror at the base and the instructor provide immediate feedback. All equipment provided and reservations are required. Important COVID-19 Update: Please wear a mask at all times and observe 6 feet of social distancing. Group lessons must be from the same household. All other lessons must be booked and billed as a private. Lessons are available every other hour to allow us to sanitize between students. Please limit extra spectators to 2.
Reviewed By bigmamma2021
Awesome lessons for me and my 11 yr old son! Great instructors and nice indoor ski slope! We’ve been going for 4 lessons so far and all were fantastic!
3. Oatlands Historic House & Garden
Overall Ratings
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. Leesylvania State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 201 reviews
A beautiful park located on the Potomac River that offers historical sites and recreation facilities.
Reviewed By robbir408
You'll pay 5.00 to get in which is fine with me because I really love the park. There is fishing, hiking, gentle walking paths, boat and jet ski launches and a pier. Nice green areas with tables and BBQ grills. The trees go right up to the waters edge. There is a general store, rangers if you need them. Camping, guided tours, wildlife recognition with the tour guides. The largest population of bald eagles in the mid Atlantic. It's a small park, which fill to capacity on holidays. Go off season or during the week. You will love it.
5. Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 684 reviews
The only national park dedicated to the performing arts, with spaces for indoor and outdoor performances.
Reviewed By MaryW71
I’ve attended concerts here for 20 years. It’s always a wonderful setting with top talent. Rent the cushions and pack a picnic for lawn seats!
6. Great Falls Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,335 reviews
An 800 acre park located just off the Potomac river.
Reviewed By workhardplayhard27 - Mantorville, United States
A visit to this wonderful park is the perfect respite from the cityscapes of Washington D.C. Just a short drive from D.C., this park features many great hiking trails, abundant wildlife, historical sites, and of course the waterfalls. The Potomac River narrows and squeezes through the Mather Gorge to create gorgeous falls. There are entrances on both the Virginia and Maryland sides. The Billy Goat Trail is known to be challenging, but provides fantastic river views. It was closed during my visit due to flooding.
7. Gravelly Point Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 271 reviews
Reviewed By F5397HBchristinel - Grand Rapids, United States
We visited here with our two kids and just LOVED it. It was so fun to be able to see so many planes take off and land. We easily spent an hour or so here. My husband knows a lot about planes, so he would talk to the kids about what each plane was doing (wheels going up, wing flaps adjusting, etc...). We will definitely be back!
8. 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.
9. Burke Lake Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 219 reviews
Reviewed By 88karic - Burke, United States
Go to 'Ride and Shine Bicycling' on YouTube and there is a free bicycle tour for Burke Lake. Discover Great Ride a bike... See Stunning Scenery... Explore and Enjoy the Journey with Us through video.
10. Lake Accotink Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 151 reviews
Outside D.C. in Northern Virginia. Tour boat rides, pedal boat rentals, carousel, beach front, playground equipment, hiking trails, snack bar, etc.
Reviewed By abomb17 - Philadelphia, United States
Hard to believe this place is right in the heart of suburban DC! I've been here several times both alone and with others and it's beautiful any time of the year. Walking the loop all the way around Lake Accotink is a great way to spend a couple hours but if you're not into hiking there's plenty of activities at the pavilion (merry-go-round, minigolf. picnic areas, paddle boating, etc). Great place for families with young kids and there's a concession stand too.
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