- Our list of the best things to do in Arlington, Virginia, features the top 610 nearby activities — including 219 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Arlington, 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 27 things to do within the city of Arlington, VA , followed by 582 popular activities in nearby cities, including Washington, Silver Spring, Bethesda, Alexandria, Sterling, Bowie, Fairfax, Laurel, Reston, Chantilly, Gaithersburg, Rockville, Woodbridge, Potomac, McLean, Ashburn, Annandale, Springfield, College Park, Manassas, Fort Washington, Herndon, Falls Church, Oxon Hill, Centreville, Greenbelt, Lorton, Waldorf, Germantown, Olney, Clinton, Crofton, Odenton, Wheaton, Mount Vernon, Burke, Glen Echo, Savage, Port Tobacco, Annapolis, Baltimore, Sandy Spring, Leesburg, Columbia, Brandywine and Davidsonville
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Artists of all ages slap canvases with provided acrylics at open-house studio; of-age artists can sip beer, wine, or champagne
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The Smithsonian Institution Building is the home of the Smithsonian Information Center and the organization's administrative headquarters. The location's permanent exhibits include the Smithson Crypt and The Smithsonian Institution: America's Treasure Chest.
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3538 Sleepy Hollow Road, Falls Church, VA 22041
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Featuring a 25 meter lap pool, Sleepy Hollow Recreation Association Pool offers visitors a chance to cool off in the sun or attend a competitive swim meet. On Thursdays, the facility hosts a float night with inflatable toys.
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10th Street and Constitution Avenue, Washington, DC 20560
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A world-renowned, one of a kind natural history museum, the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History features a wide variety of exhibits and displays ranging from prehistory to the present. It offers a wide variety of special events.
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Specializing in walking tours, On Board Tours DC leads visitors to the Lincoln Memorial, US Capitol Building, World War II Memorial, and other sites. One the DC It All Tour, visitors can enjoy a yacht ride down the Potomac River.
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515 votes
3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008
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Located in the heart of the nation's capital, the Smithsonian National Zoological Park features multiple animal habitats ranging from domestic to rare and exotic species from around the world. The zoo is open daily and has free admission.
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As the site where Abraham Lincoln was assassinated, Ford's Theatre offers group tours where visitors can learn about the history behind the event. The theater also hosts Civil War musicals and other historical interpretations.
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675 votes
Independence Ave. SW, Smithsonian Institutions, Washington, DC 20560
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The Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture Garden is an art museum featuring several permanent and temporary art exhibits. The sculpture garden houses over twenty unique sculptures. The museum also hosts various educational programs and offers guided tours on request.
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3000 Block of Connecticut Avenue, Washington, DC 20008
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The National Zoological Park is a zoo containing 4,000 animals and 500 different species that offers three different guided tours and a separate elephant-themed tour. There are several dining options throughout the zoo.
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International Spy Museum is devoted to both true and fictional espionage, and accordingly visitors can see exhibits relating to real life spies as well as James Bond. Both children and adults can enjoy the many interactive exhibits.
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The National Museum of Crime & Punishment covers the country's incarceration system, offering interactive learning experiences on topics like the judicial system and consequences of crime. The museum also offers forensic science workshops for guests who wish to learn about CSI techniques.