Things to Do with Kids in Arlington, VA

  • TripBuzz found 524 things to do with kids in or near Arlington, Virginia, including 499 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Silver Spring, Bethesda and Bowie.
  • From Mount Vernon Trail to Gravelly Point Park, the Arlington area offers 113 different types of family activities, including: Monuments, Dog Park, Theaters and Parks.
  • Part of the original 'ten mile square,' Arlington was returned to Virginia in the 1840s. The city has enjoyed a great deal of population growth over the years, thanks to the large number of people who work in nearby Washington DC. Arlington is closely tied to Washington DC and politics, and has war memorials, museums, and the famous national cemetery within its borders.
  • TripBuzz found 524 things to do with kids in or near Arlington, Virginia, including 499 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Silver Spring, Bethesda and Bowie.
  • From Mount Vernon Trail to Gravelly Point Park, the Arlington area offers 113 different types of family activities, including: Monuments, Dog Park, Theaters and Parks.
  • Part of the original 'ten mile square,' Arlington was returned to Virginia in the 1840s. The city has enjoyed a great deal of population growth over the years, thanks to the large number of people who work in nearby Washington DC. Arlington is closely tied to Washington DC and politics, and has war memorials, museums, and the famous national cemetery within its borders.
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14.9 Miles
100% 16 votes
History Museums 10B Crescent Road, Greenbelt, MD MoreLess Info
This 700 sq. foot home is the Greenbelt Museum, which was part of a planned community in the 1930's. Today it offers tours of the home with period correct furniture depicting life during the Great Depression.
14.9 Miles
100% 3 votes
Recreation Centers 10406 Gunston Road, Lorton, VA 22079 MoreLess Info
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.
15.0 Miles
88% 16 votes
Movie Theaters 129 Centerway, Greenbelt, MD 20770 MoreLess Info
P & G's Old Greenbelt Theatre is a currently a movie theater that has also served as a community and performing arts theater in the past. It is a single screen theater that features a Cinemascope screen.
15.0 Miles
- 0 votes
Theaters 123 Centerway, Greenbelt, MD 20770 MoreLess Info
The Greenbelt Arts Center is a community theater organization that regularly schedules weekend plays and musicals in an auditorium that seats up to 100 audience members. The group also holds special performances for children and school groups as well.
15.1 Miles
47% 15 votes
Movie Theaters Beltway Plaza Mall, 6198 Greenbelt Road, Greenbelt, MD 20770 MoreLess Info
A small discount movie theater, Academy 8 Theaters shows contemporary films. It offers a variety of concessions and refreshment combos, and runs a number of specials, including movie clubs for seniors and loyalty programs for frequent guests.
15.2 Miles
100% 6 votes
Parks 9751 Ox Road, Lorton, VA 22079 MoreLess Info
Located along the Occoquan River, Occoquan Regional Park provides access for fishing and boating as well as trails along the river and in wooded areas. The park's 400 acres includes open green space, sports facilities and picnic areas.
15.3 Miles
74% 39 votes
Boat Tours Occoquan Regional Park, Lorton, VA 22079 MoreLess Info
A 50 foot commercial pontoon boat is the core of Rivershore Charters, holding up to 46 passengers. Tours focus on the scenery along the Occoquan River and are held year round.
15.3 Miles
100% 30 votes
Theaters 269 Sunset Park Drive, Herndon, VA 20170 MoreLess Info
See a theatrical production at NextStop Theatre Company. Founded in 1988, this 114-seat theater hosts a variety of shows including musicals, comedies, and seasonal performances.
15.4 Miles
100% 8 votes
Skating Rinks 50 Southlawn Ct, Rockville, MD 20847 MoreLess Info
The Rockville Ice Arena is a popular place for locals to have parties, learn how to skate, or join a league. The arena offers public skate, hockey camps, skating clinics, and more.
15.4 Miles
50% 6 votes
Hobby Shops 20-B Southlawn Ct, Rockville, MD 20850 MoreLess Info
Tactical Airsoft Arena provides a safe indoor environment with over 3,500 square feet for simulated military and law-enforcement style Airsoft combat play. The exclusive Airsoft-only arena features 8 foot tall modular walls with nine rooms and multiple hallways.
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