What to do in Arlington, VA
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What to do in Arlington
Popular places to visit
White House
Explore the home and workplace of the president of the United States. See entertainment areas and state rooms and learn about the history of this famous building.
National Mall
Inspiring architecture, magnificent museums and the icons of American history await on Washington’s famous two-mile (three-kilometer) strip.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
University of Maryland, College Park
Explore the campus of University of Maryland, College Park, a top university in College Park. Experience the area's fascinating museums and lively festivals.
National Museum of African American History and Culture
National Museum of African American History and Culture is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Union Station Shopping Center
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Union Station Shopping Center, a popular shopping spot in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
Arlington National Cemetery
Pay tribute to those who lost their lives fighting for their country in the best-known military cemetery in America.
Capital One Arena
Capital One Arena is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Washington Monument
Centerpiece of the National Mall, America’s tribute to the country’s founding father stirs the soul while offering superb views from the top.
Explore areas of Arlington
Crystal City
Visitors to Crystal City love its popular shops, and you can check out Synetic Theater and Bowlero Arlington. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Crystal City Station.
Pentagon City
If you're spending time in Pentagon City, you might enjoy attractions like Fashion Center at Pentagon City and Pentagon Row. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Pentagon City Station to see more of the city.
Rosslyn
The ample dining options and prominent monuments are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Freedom Park or Dark Star Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Rosslyn Station to get around town.
Ballston
Travellers choose Ballston for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Ballston Station or Virginia Square Station and check out top sights like Ballston Quarter.
Radnor - Fort Myer Heights
If you're spending some time in Radnor - Fort Myer Heights, Canadian Cross of Sacrifice and Dark Star Park are top sights worth seeing.
Aurora Highlands
While you're in Aurora Highlands, take in top sights like Fashion Center at Pentagon City and jump on the metro at Pentagon City Station to see more of the city.
