- Our list of the best things to do in Springfield, Virginia, features the top 534 nearby activities — including 190 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Springfield, VA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Sights & Landmarks, Entertainment & Shows, and Museums & Galleries.
- The results below include the top 16 things to do within the city of Springfield, VA , followed by 517 popular activities in nearby cities, including Washington, Arlington, Bethesda, Silver Spring, Alexandria, Sterling, Chantilly, Fairfax, Reston, Woodbridge, Rockville, Potomac, Gaithersburg, McLean, Ashburn, Annandale, College Park, Manassas, Fort Washington, Oxon Hill, Herndon, Falls Church, Centreville, Lorton, Waldorf, Greenbelt, Clinton, Olney, Mount Vernon, Wheaton, Bowie, Burke, Stafford, Glen Echo, Laurel, Brandywine, Port Tobacco and Quantico
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The Gadsby's Tavern Museum is actually composed of two 18th century buildings that famous historical figures like George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and John Adams enjoyed. The museum teaches guests about life during this era with special programming for both very young and older children.
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3200 George Washington Parkway, Mount Vernon, VA 22121
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Open year round, George Washington's Mount Vernon gives visitors a peek into the life of the nation's first president. The estate includes Washington's tomb, the Mansion, a plantation and gardens, plus over a dozen original structures. Pick up a souvenir at the gift shop.
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The 18th century Palladian-style building known as Carlyle House offers daily tours of the house to explore the life of John Carlyle in pre-Revolutionary Virginia. Special programs for children, events, exhibits, and lectures are held throughout the year.
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105-107 S. Fairfax St, Alexandria, VA
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Operating as a family apothecary business from 1792 to 1933, the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum still houses some of the original ingredients, papers and products used during the time for customers including Robert E. Lee and the Washingtons.
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Spanning a total of four acres, Quincy Park is a public park that offers a number of amenities for visitors to enjoy. These amenities include six tennis courts, a volleyball court, a basketball court, and numerous picnic areas.
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10406 Gunston Road, Lorton, VA 22079
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Featuring 13.4 miles of hiking trails, the Meadowood Special Recreation Management Area is a recreational area popular among nature enthusiasts. The area also offers seven miles of horseback riding trails as well as over 800 acres of forest area.
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Several tours of both the freshwater and seawater regions within the Washington DC region are available through the Potomac Riverboat Company. Sightseeing tours include the Washington Monuments Cruise, the Mount Vernon Cruise, the Alexandria Seaport Cruise, and the Pirate Cruise.
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Receiving roughly 500,000 visitors each year, the Torpedo Factory Art Center serves as one of the largest art havens in the county with 82 studios, six galleries, and two workshops. The institute also has art classes through The Art League School and an on-site cafe.
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Founded in 1990, the World Children's Choir is a choral group that performs at a variety of events. Notable past performances include shows for Presidents George W. Bush and Bill Clinton, Queen Sofia of Spain, and the U.S. Supreme Court.
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Offering outdoor amusement for all ages, Pirate's Cove Water Park is a fun place for birthday parties and family gatherings. The park includes a large dumping bucket, beach, gift shop and concessions for added enjoyment.