- Our list of the best things to do in Sterling, Virginia, features the top 517 nearby activities — including 186 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Sterling, 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 22 things to do within the city of Sterling, VA , followed by 494 popular activities in nearby cities, including Washington, Leesburg, Arlington, Bethesda, Silver Spring, Chantilly, Fairfax, Reston, Gaithersburg, Rockville, Alexandria, Purcellville, Potomac, Middleburg, McLean, Ashburn, Springfield, Annandale, Herndon, Falls Church, Manassas, Centreville, Germantown, Olney, Woodbridge, Warrenton, Lorton, Wheaton, Glen Echo, Burke, Frederick, Sandy Spring and Lovettsville
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6411 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
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A scenic and historic attraction, Oxon Cove Park & Oxon Hill Farm comprise a National Historic District. The park is a popular wildlife viewing destination, and the farm offers wagon rides and other farm-related amusements.
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St. Peter's Church Stone Patio, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
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Based on the stories in 'A Ghostly Tour of Harpers Ferry,' if the weather is above 40 degrees, visitors tour Harpers Ferry and hear about the town's ghost. When the weather is below 40, visitors meet in St. Peter's Church where they see slides and hear the stories.
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Through music, photos, and wax figures, the John Brown Wax Museum tells the story of John Brown's attack on Harpers Ferry. John Brown led an attempt in 1859 to stop slavery, and his story became the popular Battle Hymn of the Republic song.
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Thomas Hall, St. Peter's Catholic Church, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
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O' Be Joyfull Historical Tours & Entertainment, gives ghost tours of Harpers Valley, and its founder Rick Garland also conducts historical tours including tours of St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church. This leader also presents a Historical Songs and Stories Concert Show, as well as serving as a step-on guide.
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5200 Paint Branch Parkway, College Park, MD 20740
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The Junior Tennis Champions Center specializes in competitive tennis training programs for junior tennis players. A variety of programs are offered, including tennis programs for adults. The center also hosts an annual summer training camp.
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5200 Paint Branch Parkway, College Park, MD 20740
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Members can choose from 32 indoor and outdoor tennis courts to play on at College Park Tennis Club. In addition to the courts, there is a fitness facility with exercise equipment and a yoga studio.
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The Original Playhouse is a children's museum offers a number of educational programs, summer camps, and recreational play sessions. The museum also has a party room that can be rented.
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Paint Branch Trail is a 3.5-mile trail that is part of the larger Anacostia Tributary Trail System. The trial has a detour that circles Lake Artemisia and can be used for running, walking, biking.
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Harry Grove Stadium at Stadium Drive is a family and kid-friendly place. They have a playground, a carousel and a merry-go-round. The concession stand offers affordable rates for hot dogs, slaw, chicken, fries, etc.
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Established in 1863, Fort Foote Park is a national park that was once known as n America Civil war earthwork for. The park is now used as a forest preserve and has tow 15-inch guns that sit on carriages.