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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19.4 Miles
90% 50 votes
Visitor Centers 10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop, Laurel, MD 20708 MoreLess Info
National Wildlife Visitor Center, a part of the Patuxent Research Refuge, is a local educational center which contains a number of informative scientific and environmental exhibits. The center also offers many outdoor recreation activities such as guided hiking trips and more.
19.5 Miles
31% 13 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 21610 Atlantic Blvd, Sterling, VA 20166 MoreLess Info
The Michael & Son Sportsplex at Dulles is an indoor sports facility that features two basketball courts, three indoor soccer fields, and a small-sided soccer field. The facility is available for birthday parties and has a small arcade.
19.6 Miles
66% 53 votes
Bowling 1101 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD MoreLess Info
Bowl America Gaithersburg in located at Clopper Road provides classic fun for families and friends. They serve nachos, pizza and french fries from their snack bar. They have well-maintained vintage equipment and lanes.
19.6 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks 8300 Mulberry Street, Laurel, MD 20707 MoreLess Info
Granville Gude Park & Lakehouse covers 29 acres and hosts a wide range of community events throughout the year, especially holiday celebrations. Features of the park that are open to the public include a boat dock, hiking trails, and open play areas.
19.6 Miles
100% 1 votes
Lake 8385 Cherry Ln, Laurel, MD 20707 MoreLess Info
Part of Pine Grove Furnace State Park, Laurel Lake is a 25 acre lake and beach area that offers a variety of amenities for visitors, including swimming, electric motor boating, and fishing. The park also has hiking trails.
19.6 Miles
30% 40 votes
Movie Theaters 45980 Regal Plz, Sterling, VA 20165 MoreLess Info
A 20-screen movie theater, Regal Countryside Stadium 20 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers stadium seating, a game room, mobile ticketing and a cafe with food and beverages.
19.6 Miles
71% 21 votes
Playgrounds 4090 Lafayette Ctr Dr, Ste E, Chantilly, VA 20151 MoreLess Info
Kid Junction Chantilly is a play place featuring a large number of attractions for its young guests to enjoy. These attractions include tubes and slides to play on, a game arcade, and a cafe with many food options.
19.6 Miles
45% 11 votes
Dog Park 15150 Old Lee Road, Chantilly, VA 20153 MoreLess Info
Featuring open green space, Rock Hill District Park is home to athletic fields used mainly for soccer. The park also provides an off-leash dog park that is fenced and provides separate areas for larger and smaller dogs.
19.6 Miles
60% 5 votes
Water Parks 47001 Fairway Drive, Sterling, VA 20165 MoreLess Info
Fun for the whole family, Volcano Island is a waterpark located in Sterling. The waterpark features multiple waterslides, pools and splash pads, offering an array of activities for guests of all ages.
19.6 Miles
50% 2 votes
Mysterious Sites Algonkian Regional Park, 47001 Fairway Drive, Sterling, VA 20165 MoreLess Info
Halloween Woods Haunted Forest is a scare destination that features a variety of costumed actors and elaborate horror set-pieces in an outdoor setting. The attraction also features a rock wall and refreshments for sale.
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