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CATEGORIES ARTS → ATTRACTIONS → GOLF → PARKS & RECREATION → SHOPPING → back to categories ARTS 1ST STAGE 1ststagetysons.org | 703-854-1856 | 1524 Spring Hill Rd., Tysons Corner 22102 | A nationally award-winning, notfor-profit professional theater founded by three local teachers. THE ALDEN mcleancenter.org/performing-arts | 703-790-9223 | 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean 22101 | Newly renovated! Experience magical performances in an intimate auditorium in the heart of McLean. ARTSFAIRFAX artsfairfax.org | 703-642-0862 | 2667 Prosperity Ave., Ste. A, Fairfax 22031 | Dedicated to promoting Fairfax County’s arts and cultural opportunities. Check website for event listings. ARTSPACE HERNDON artspaceherndon.org | 703-956-6590 | 750 Center St., Herndon 20170 | A gallery and performance venue created and supported by art lovers in the greater Herndon area. THE BARNS AT WOLF TRAP wolftrap.org | 703-255-1900 | 1635 Trap Rd., Vienna 22182 | Two unique 18th-century barns offer rustic charm and fine acoustics for music lovers. CENTERSTAGE AT RESTON COMMUNITY CENTER HUNTERS WOODS restoncommunitycenter.com | 703-476-4500 | 2310 Colts Neck Rd., Reston 20191 | Home to the Reston Community Players and a variety of musicals, dramas, mysteries and comedies. CENTER FOR THE ARTS AT GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY cfa.gmu.edu | 703-993-2787 | 4373 Mason Pond Dr., Fairfax 22030 | Mason's performing arts center features the best in music, theater, dance and family entertainment from around the world. CRAFT GALLERY OF ARTISANS UNITED, INC. augallery.org | 703-941-0202 | 4022 Hummer Rd., Annandale 22003 | Offering hand-crafted gifts at a reasonable price for every occasion. EAGLEBANK ARENA AT GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY www.eaglebankarena.com | 703-993-3000 | 4500 Patriot Cir., Fairfax 22030 | A multipurpose, 10,000-seat venue hosting events year-round ranging from sports to concerts. EMERSON, ATRIUM AND RAMP GALLERIES mpaart.org | 703-790-1953 | 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean 22101 | Newly renovated art galleries in McLean. GREATER RESTON ARTS CENTER (GRACE) restonarts.org | 703-471-9242 | 12001 Market St., Reston 20190 | Dynamic art space promoting involvement and excellence in contemporary visual arts with year-round programming. JAMMIN' JAVA jamminjava.com | 703-255-1566 | 227 Maple Ave., E., Vienna 22180 | Music venue and bar focusing on local, independent and national musical acts. Ranked one of the Top 100 Clubs in the World by Pollstar. JO ANN ROSE GALLERY AT RESTON COMMUNITY CENTER LAKE ANNE restoncommunitycenter.com | 703-476-4500 | 1609 Washington Plz., N., Reston 20191 | Home to League of Reston Artists exhibits, individual artists living or working in Reston, and sponsored exhibits. NEXTSTOP THEATRE COMPANY nextstoptheatre.org | 703-481-5930 | 269 Sunset Park Dr., Herndon 20170 | A professional, non-profit theatre company with high-quality theatrical productions. RESTON ART GALLERY & STUDIOS restonartgallery.com | 703-481-8156 | 11400 Washington Plz., W., Reston 20190 | Privately-owned cooperative gallery and studio located at historic Lake Anne. Watch artists at work or explore rotating shows in the gallery. RICHARD J. ERNST COMMUNITY CULTURAL CENTER nvcc.edu/ernst | 703-323-3000 | 8333 Little River Tpke., Annandale 22033 | With 525 seats, this state-of-the-art theater is suitable for performances, forums and lectures. THE STATE THEATRE thestatetheatre.com | 703-237-0300 | 220 N. Washington St., Falls Church 22046 | A favorite venue among the locals, with live music and theatrical stage performances. VIENNA ARTS SOCIETY ART CENTER viennaartssociety.org | 703-319-3971 | 243 Church St., NW., Vienna 22180 | Bringing together area artists and offering art classes and workshops along with ongoing gallery exhibits. WENTWORTH GALLERY AT TYSONS GALLERIA wentworthgallery.com | 703-883-0111 | 1807 U. International Dr., McLean 22102 | Explore hundreds of works by internationally renowned artists at this retail gallery within the luxurious Tysons Galleria mall. WOLF TRAP wolftrap.org | 703-255-1900 | 1551 Trap Rd., Vienna 22182 | Providing the region with a magical outdoor venue for worldclass performances of every genre. AD PAGE 3 WOLF TRAP CHILDREN'S THEATRE-IN-THE-WOODS wolftrap.org | 703-255-1900| 1551 Trap Rd., Vienna 22182 | Family-friendly summer shows nestled in rolling wooded acres. WORKHOUSE ARTS CENTER workhousearts.org | 703-584-2900 | 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton 22079 | An innovative collaboration of visual and performing arts and education in the unique historic setting of a former DC prison. back to categories ATTRACTIONS ASLIN BEER COMPANY aslinbeer.com | 703-787-5766 | 257 Sunset Park Dr., Herndon 20170 | A startup brewery with artistically crafted, world-class beer located in Herndon. BALAXI PLAY. PARTY balaxi.us/CV | 703-657-0665 | 5111 Westfields Blvd., Centreville 20120 | This family fun center melds together the newest innovations in family entertainment with challenging attractions that will keep everyone engaged. AD PAGE 45 BELLE HAVEN MARINA & SAILING SCHOOL saildc.com | 703-768-0018 | George Washington Memorial Pkwy., Alexandria 22307 | Marina and sailing school operated by sailors, offering a full range of sailing instruction and boat rentals. BIKE LANE BREWING thebikelane.com | 703-689-2671 | 1150 Sunset Hills Rd., Ste. 110, Reston 20190 | Husband and wife-owned bike shop, café, and brewery adjacent to the W&OD Trail and two blocks from Metrorail. CABOOSE COMMONS caboosecommons.com | 703-663-8833 | 2918 Eskridge Rd., Fairfax 22031 | Caboose Tavern's sister location adjacent to the Mosaic District. Coffee house, café, brewery and beer garden. Dogs welcome on patio! CABOOSE TAVERN caboosetavern.com | 703-865-8580 | 520 Mill Street, NE., Vienna 22180 | Freshness, authenticity and community are what drive the folks behind Caboose Brewing Co. to create great food and beer. Adjacent to W&OD Trail. CALYPSO'S ESCAPE ROOM calypsosescaperoom.com | 571-363-3322 | 8206 Leesburg Pk., Tysons 22102 | Tysons Corner's first escape room! CHILDREN'S SCIENCE CENTER LAB childsci.org | 703-648-3130 | 11948 Fair Oaks Mall, Fairfax 22033 | Fun, interactive exhibits and programs for children and families to explore science, technology, engineering and math. COLVIN RUN MILL fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/colvin-run-mill | 703-759-2771 | 10017 Colvin Run Rd., Great Falls 22066 | Operational 19th-century water-powered gristmill that also features a 20th-century dairy barn. COX FARMS coxfarms.com | 703-830-4121 | 15621 Braddock Rd., Centreville 20120 | Seasonal family destination with ongoing events yearround, including the Fall Festival & Fields of Fear. Home of Foamhenge. ESCAPE ROOM HERNDON escaperoomherndon.com | 571-306-2279 | 404 Elden St., Herndon 20170 | Live-action escape room adventure games in Herndon. Can you escape in 60 minutes? ESCAPOLOGY escapology.com | 703-881-2368 | 4211 Fairfax Corner Ave., E., Fairfax 22030 | Fairfax Corner's original premium real-life escape game experience! FAIRFAX MUSEUM AND VISITOR CENTER fairfaxva.gov/visitors | 703-385-8414 | 10209 Main St., Fairfax 22030 | Features “The Fairfax Story” exhibit, traveling exhibits, tourist information, gifts and souvenirs. Open 9-5 daily, except major holidays. Free. AD PAGE 2 FAIRFAX STATION RAILROAD MUSEUM fairfax-station.org | 703-425-9225 | 11200 Fairfax Station Rd., Fairfax Station 22039 | Explore Civil War history, railroading and the fascinating story of the local community. Open Sunday afternoons. FAIR WINDS BREWING COMPANY fairwindsbrewing.com | 703-372-2001 | 7000 Newington Rd., Lorton 22079 | Featuring an expansive taproom and exceptional, locally-produced craft beers. FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT’S POPE-LEIGHEY HOUSE woodlawnpopeleighey.org | 703-780-4000 | 9000 Richmond Hwy., Alexandria 22309 | Frank Lloyd Wright's only public home in Virginia stands as a classic example of his Usonian architecture. FREEMAN HOUSE MUSEUM historicviennainc.org | 703-938-5187 | 131 Church St, NE., Vienna 22180 | Built in 1859, this Virginia Historic Landmark was used as a makeshift hospital during the Civil War but now serves as a museum. Open Wednesday-Sunday. FRYING PAN FARM PARK fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/frying-pan-park | 703-437-9101 | 2709 West Ox Rd., Herndon 20171 | Preserves and interprets farm life of the 1920s-1960s. Farm animals and agricultural tools reflect rural heritage. GEORGE MASON'S GUNSTON HALL gunstonhall.org | 703-550-9220 | 10709 Gunston Rd., Mason Neck 22079 | Explore founding father George Mason’s life and ideas at his historic 550+ acre riverside home. Hiking trails, visitor center and museum open daily. AD PAGE 47 GEORGE WASHINGTON'S DISTILLERY AND GRISTMILL mountvernon.org | 703-780-2000 | 5514 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy., Mount Vernon 22309 | Features costumed millers using materials and machinery from the period in which they were originally used. Open April-October. GEORGE WASHINGTON'S MOUNT VERNON mountvernon.org | 703-780-2000](tel:+1703-780-2000) | 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy., Mount Vernon 22121 | America's most popular historic estate and home to our first president overlooks the Potomac River, offering an immersive look into Washington's life and legacy. AD PAGE 1 GO APE! ZIP LINE & TREETOP ADVENTURE goape.com | 800-971-8271 | 7550 Reservation Dr., Springfield 22153 | Awesome treetop adventure courses, ziplines, Tarzan swings, giant rope nets and general monkey business. Seasonal. GUM SPRINGS HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM gumspringsmuseum.blogspot.com | 703-375-9825 | 8100 Fordson Rd., Gum Springs 22306 | Preserves the heritage, culture, artifacts and traditions of Gum Springs, the oldest African American community in the county. Schedule varies. HERNDON DEPOT MUSEUM herndonhistoricalsociety.org | 717 Lynn St., Herndon 20170 | A small museum within a former train station, run by the Herndon Historical Society. Open Sunday afternoons, March-December. HISTORIC BLENHEIM HOUSE C. 1859 AND THE CIVIL WAR INTERPRETIVE CENTER fairfaxva.gov/visitors | 703-591-0560 | 3610 Old Lee Hwy., Fairfax 22030 | Nationally significant house for its Civil War soldier graffiti, with tours at 1 pm. Exhibit gallery and gift shop. Open 10-3, Tuesday-Saturday. Free. HISTORIC FAIRFAX COUNTY COURTHOUSE fairfaxcounty.gov/circuit/historic-recordscenter/courthouse-history | 703-246-4168 | 4000 Chain Bridge Rd., Fairfax 22030 | A county courthouse for more than 200 years, this historical building is located in the heart of Fairfax City. LAKE ANNE BREW HOUSE lakeannebrewhouse.com | 571-758-2739 | 11424 Washington Plz., W., Reston 20190 | A nano-brewery offering an inviting community gathering place overlooking beautiful Lake Anne with hand-crafted beer. MUSTANG SALLY BREWING COMPANY msbrewing.com | 703-378-7450 | 14140 Parke Long Ct., Chantilly 20151 | Classic, American craft brewery inspired by Old World brewing traditions with a 4,000-square-foot tasting room. NATIONAL FIREARMS MUSEUM nramuseums.org | 703-267-1600 | 11250 Waples Mill Rd., Fairfax 22030 | Consists of 15 galleries housing more than 3,000 firearms in a 15,000-square-foot facility. AD PAGE 49 NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE UNITED STATES ARMY armyhistory.org | 800-506-2672 | 1775 Liberty Dr., Fort Belvoir 22060 | Experience 245 years of American history through the stories of its Soldiers. Opening June 4, 2020. AD PAGE 49 NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE MARINE CORPS usmcmuseum.com | 877-653-1775 | 18900 Jefferson Davis Hwy., Triangle 22172 | American history as seen through the eyes of Marines. Immersive and interactive exhibits with irreplaceable artifacts. AD PAGE 47 ONO BREWING COMPANY onobrewco.com | 571-409-6662 | 4520 Daly Dr., Chantilly 20151 | Tropical-themed brewery with a self-serve beer wall and expansive tasting room that also serves up Odd BBQ onsite. OX HILL BATTLEFIELD PARK *battlefields.org/visit/battlefields/chantilly-battlefield | 4134 West Ox Rd., Fairfax 22033 | Site of the only major Civil War engagement in Fairfax County, with interpretive kiosks describing the battle. PARADISE SPRINGS WINERY paradisespringswinery.com | 703-830-9463 | 13219 Yates Ford Rd., Clifton 20124 | Fairfax County's first winery offers daily tastings and special events throughout the year. POHICK EPISCOPAL CHURCH pohick.org | 703-339-6572 | 9301 Richmond Hwy., Lorton 22079 | Church once attended by George Washington and George Mason, with tours available by appointment. RATCLIFFE-ALLISONPOZER HOUSE fairfaxva.gov/visitors | 703-385-8414 | 10386 Main St., Fairfax 22030 | Oldest house in the city (circa 1807) focusing on the lives of local residents, tradesmen and social/community activists. Free and open seasonally. RESTON MUSEUM restonmuseum.org | 703-709-7700 | 1639 Washington Plz., Reston 20190 | Dedicated to exploring and celebrating the history of Reston, this museum is filled with a wide variety of exhibits. RIVER FARM ahsgardening.org/about-river-farm | 703-768-5700 | 7931 East Boulevard Dr., Alexandria 22308 | Headquarters of the American Horticultural Society on 25 landscaped acres overlooking the Potomac River originally owned by George Washington. ROER'S ZOOFARI roerszoofari.com | 703-757-6222 | 1228 Hunter Mill Rd., Vienna 22182 | 30-acre zoo with an immersive bus tour of the safari, walk-in parakeet aviary and up-close encounters with animals from all over the world. AD PAGE 51 ROOM ESCAPE FAIRFAX roomescapedc.com | 703-454-8099 | 3949A University Dr., Fairfax 22030 | A brain-teaser brought to life featuring eight exciting, real-life escape room games for thrill-seekers of all ages. SETTLE DOWN EASY BREWING settledowneasybrewing.com | 703-967-3614 | 2822 Fallfax Dr., Falls Church 22042 | Fairfax County's newest brewery offering rotating brews, entertainment and a taco bar. SHADOWLAND LASER ADVENTURES shadowlandadventures.com | Two Fairfax County locations - Chantilly and Alexandria | Unique laser adventures providing high-quality indoor family entertainment. Visit website for locations and information. AD PAGE 51 SMITHSONIAN'S NATIONAL AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM STEVEN F. UDVAR-HAZY CENTER airandspace.si.edu/udvar-hazy-center | 703-572-4118 | 14390 Air and Space Museum Pkwy., Chantilly 20151 | A gleaming structure with an aviation hangar featuring more than 140 aircraft and 148 space artifacts including Space Shuttle Discovery. STUART-MOSBY CIVIL WAR CAVALRY MUSEUM stuart-mosby.com | 13938 Braddock Rd., Centreville 20120 | Civil War museum in Centreville Historic District details the legacy of Confederate horsemen J.E.B. Stuart and John S. Mosby. Open Saturday-Monday. SULLY HISTORIC SITE fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/sully | 703-437-1794 | 3650 Historic Sully Way, Chantilly 20151 | The home of Richard Bland Lee, Northern Virginia's first Representative to Congress, is furnished with antiques of the Federal Period. VIENNA TOWN GREEN viennava.gov | 703-255-6360 | 144 Maple Ave. E., Vienna 22180 | Home to many community events, from Chillin' on Church and Friday summer concerts to children's programming and festivals. AD ON BACK COVER THE WINERY AT BULL RUN wineryatbullrun.com | 703-815-2233 | 15950 Lee Hwy., Centreville 20120 | Working farm vineyard in an authentic 1860's setting, located two miles off I-66 adjoining Manassas National Battlefield Park. WOODLAWN HISTORIC SITE woodlawnpopeleighey.org | 703-780-4000 | 9000 Richmond Hwy., Alexandria 22309 | Built in the 1800s, this Georgian-style mansion was home to Eleanor Custis and Lawrence Lewis. THE VOID thevoid.com | 703-775-1131 | 7866L Tysons Corner Center, Tysons 22102 | The VOID offers the most immersive virtual reality experience ever. back to categories GOLF BURKE LAKE GOLF CENTER fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/golf | 703-323-1641 | 6915 Ox Rd., Fairfax Station 22039 | Slightly wooded 18 hole, par 3 course, offering a beautiful setting for all skill levels. Renovated double-decker driving range now open. THE DARK TOWER: GLOW-INTHE-DARK MINI GOLF shadowlandadventures.com | 703-921-1004 | 5508 Franconia Rd., Alexandria 22310 | Choose your putter and step into the distant past. The 3,000 sq. ft. Dark Tower glow golf experience puts you in ancient castle passageways surrounded by glowing dragons, knights, cauldrons and bubbling elixirs. AD PAGE 51 GREENDALE GOLF COURSE fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/golf | 703-971-6170 | 6700 Telegraph Rd., Alexandria 22310 | An 18-hole regulation course featuring 148 acres of rolling terrain. HERNDON CENTENNIAL GOLF COURSE herndongolf.com | 703-471-5769 | 909 Ferndale Ave., Herndon 20170 | A premier public golf course with 18 beautifully landscaped holes, driving range and practice greens. Closest course to Dulles Airport. JEFFERSON DISTRICT GOLF COURSE fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/golf | 703-573-0444 | 7900 Lee Hwy., Falls Church 22042 | A nine-hole executive course featuring gently rolling playing surfaces. Great for walking with mini-golf nearby. LAUREL HILL GOLF CLUB fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/golf | 703-493-8849 | 8701 Laurel Crest Dr., Lorton 22079 | Host of the 88th Annual U.S. Amateur Public Links Championship, described as "one-of-akind" and "visually stunning." OAK MARR GOLF COURSE fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/golf | 703-255-5390 | 3136 Jermantown Rd., Oakton 22124 | One of the finest teaching facilities with one of the largest lighted short-game practice areas in Northern Virginia. Mini-golf nearby. PENDERBROOK GOLF COURSE penderbrookgolfclub.com | 703-385-3700 | 3700 Golf Trail Ln., Fairfax 22033 | This picturesque 18-hole, par-71 championship course is highly regarded and offers some of the most challenging holes in the metro DC area. PINECREST GOLF COURSE fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/golf | 703-941-1061 | 6600 Little River Tpke., Alexandria 22312 | A par-35, nine-hole executive course measuring 2,462 yards. Home to the only FootGolf facility in the county. PLEASANT VALLEY GOLF CLUB pleasantvalleygc.com | 703-222-7900 | 4715 Pleasant Valley Rd., Chantilly 20151 | An upscale, semi-private 18-hole course and driving range in a natural layout. Rated 4.5 stars by Golf Digest' s Places to Play. POHICK BAY GOLF COURSE pohickbaygolf.com | 703-339-8585 | 10301 Gunston Rd., Lorton 22079 | One of the area's most challenging and scenic courses. Home to 18 holes, a driving range and a new event area for rentals. RESTON NATIONAL GOLF COURSE restonnationalgc.com | 703-620-9333 | 11875 Sunrise Valley Dr., Reston 20191 | Located in the heart of Reston and home to The Golf Learning Center, this course is among the area's favorites. TOPGOLF topgolf.com/us/alexandria/ | 703-924-2600 | 6625 S. Van Dorn St., Alexandria 22315 | Topgolf's first-ever U.S. location. Family fun and entertainment for golf lovers, featuring a unique take on a driving range. TWIN LAKES GOLF COURSE fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/golf | 703-631-9099 | 6201 Union Mill Rd., Clifton 20124 | One of the Mid-Atlantic's 100 "must-play" courses. A premier 36-hole public facility offering two golfing experiences. WESTFIELDS GOLF CLUB westfieldsgolf.com | 703-631-3330 | 13940 Balmoral Greens Ave., Clifton 20124 | Carved into the natural landscape, this Fred Couples-designed course is one of "America's Top Golf Courses" by Zagat. back to categories PARKS & RECREATION PARKS AND RECREATION ARCADIA FARM arcadiafood.org | 571-384-8845 | 9000 Richmond Hwy., Alexandria 22309 | Demonstration farm and educational children's garden providing a sustainable model of agriculture to new farmers, students and the public. BULL RUN REGIONAL PARK novaparks.com | 703-631-0550 | 7700 Bull Run Dr., Centreville 20121 | Spacious elds accommodate groups for picnics and camping, while trails offer miles of hiking and solitude. BURKE LAKE PARK fairfaxcounty.gov/parks | 703-323-6600 | 7315 Ox Rd., Fairfax Station 22039 | An 888-acre lakefront park with shing, boating, hiking and other recreational activities. Minigolf, ice cream and train rides for kids. CLEMYJONTRI PARK fairfaxcounty.gov/parks | 703-388-2807 | 6317 Georgetown Pk., McLean 22101 | A playground where every child is welcome and children of all abilities can play side-by-side. DYKE MARSH WILDLIFE PRESERVE nps.gov/gwmp/planyourvisit/dykemarsh. html | 703-235-1530 | George Washington Memorial Pkwy. & Tulane Dr., Alexandria 22307 | Part of the National Park Service and one of the largest remaining freshwater tidal wetlands in the DC area, with 485 acres great for boating, hiking and wildlife viewing. ELLANOR C. LAWRENCE PARK fairfaxcounty.gov/parks | 703-631-0013 | 5040 Walney Rd., Chantilly 20151 | This 650-acre park has a history that spans 8,000 years and offers visitors the opportunity to bird watch, hike, exercise or just relax. FAIRFAX COUNTY PARK AUTHORITY fairfaxcounty.gov/parks | 703-324-8700 | 12055 Government Center Pkwy., Fairfax 22035 | Providing recreational opportunities in more than 420 parks plus nine RECenters, while protecting natural and cultural resources and preserving open spaces. FOUNTAINHEAD REGIONAL PARK novaparks.com | 703-250-9124 | 10875 Hampton Rd., Fairfax Station 22039 | Commanding views of the Occoquan River and great shing, as well as boating, mountain biking and mini-golf. GREAT FALLS PARK nps.gov/grfa | 703-757-3101 | 9200 Old Dominion Dr., Great Falls 22102 | A beautiful 800-acre park run by the National Park Service offering peaceful hikes and breathtaking waterfall views. GREEN SPRING GARDENS AND HORTICULTURAL CENTER fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/green-spring | 703-642-5173 | 4603 Green Spring Rd., Alexandria 22312 | An outdoor classroom, museum and national historic site featuring a wooded stream valley HEMLOCK OVERLOOK REGIONAL PARK novaparks.com | 800-877-0954 | 13220 Yates Ford Rd., Clifton 20124 | Small, multi-use park in Clifton that doubles as an outdoor education center operated by Adventure Links. HERNDON COMMUNITY CENTER herndon-va.gov/recreation | 703-787-7300 | 814 Ferndale Ave., Herndon 20170 | Public fitness and recreation facility where visitors can exercise, swim, play tennis, shoot hoops, play racquetball and more. HIDDEN OAKS NATURE CENTER fairfaxcounty.gov/parks | 703-941-1065 | 7701 Royce St., Annandale 22003 | Serene nature center within Annandale Community Park offering animal exhibits, trails, exhibits and a pond. HIDDEN POND NATURE CENTER fairfaxcounty.gov/parks | 703-451-9588 | 8511 Greeley Blvd., Springfield 22152 | Undisturbed woodland, quiet trails, splashing streams and a tranquil pond await visitors to this beautiful nature preserve. HUNTLEY MEADOWS PARK fairfaxcounty.gov/parks | 703-768-2525 | 3701 Lockheed Blvd., Alexandria 22306 | Home to a nationally significant historic house, majestic forests, wildflower-speckled meadows and vast wetlands with incredible wildlife watching. LAKE ACCOTINK PARK fairfaxcounty.gov/parks | 703-569-3464 | 7500 Accotink Park Rd., Springfield 22150 | 493 acres include a 55-acre lake, wetlands and streams offering unique views of waterfowl and marsh life, with mini-golf, paddleboats and a carousel. LAKE ANNE PLAZA lakeanneplaza.com | 1609 Washington Plz., W., Reston 20190 | Reminiscent of a European coastal village where people live, work and play, this community plaza nestled around a lake is a great place to dine and shop local. LAKE FAIRFAX PARK fairfaxcounty.gov/parks | 703-471-5414 | 1400 Lake Fairfax Dr., Reston 20190 | 476 acres of parkland including an 18-acre lake, The Water Mine family waterpark, campgrounds, a skate park and pumptrack, and hiking/biking trails. MASON NECK STATE PARK & WILDLIFE REFUGE dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/mason-neck | 703-339-2385 | 7301 High Point Rd., Lorton 22079 | This Virginia State Park offers many outdoor activities and programs, and is home to the nation's first wildlife refuge dedicated to the bald eagle. MEADOWLARK BOTANICAL GARDENS novaparks.com | 703-255-3631 | 9750 Meadowlark Gardens Ct., Vienna 22182 | Picturesque 95-acre treasure with gardens, flowers and trees, featuring the only public Korean Bell Garden in the Western Hemisphere. OCCOQUAN REGIONAL PARK novaparks.com | 703-690-2121 | 9751 Ox Rd., Lorton 22079 | 350-acre park scenically located on the Occoquan River and home to new premier event space: The River View at the Jean R. Packard Center. POHICK BAY REGIONAL PARK novaparks.com | 703-339-6104 | 6501 Pohick Bay Dr., Lorton 22079 | Water-oriented park offering canoes, kayaks and paddle boats. Waterpark on site and camping options available. RIVERBEND PARK fairfaxcounty.gov/parks | 703-759-9018 | 8700 Potomac Hills St., Great Falls 22066 | More than 400 acres of forest, meadows and ponds with spectacular river views, boating opportunities, beautiful wildflowers and wildlife. SCOTT'S RUN NATURE PRESERVE fairfaxcounty.gov/parks | 703-759-9018 | 7400 Georgetown Pke., McLean 22102 | Remarkable nature preserve of rare plants and splendid beauty, with hiking trails and a beautiful waterfall. TURNER FARM fairfaxcounty.gov/parks | 703-324-8702 | 925 Springvale Rd., Great Falls 22066 | This 52-acre park offers astronomy fun for families, horseback riding, trails and more on the site of a former dairy farm. WASHINGTON & OLD DOMINION RAILROAD REGIONAL PARK novaparks.com | 703-729-0596 | 21293 Smiths Switch Rd., Ashburn 20147 | The "skinniest park in Virginia," this 45-mile historic trail is great for biking, running and horseback riding. back to categories SHOPPING FAIR OAKS MALL shopfairoaksmall.com | 703-359-8300 | 11750 Fair Oaks Mall, Fairfax 22033 | More than 180 specialty stores and restaurants, as well as national department stores. AD PAGE 53 FAIRFAX CORNER fairfaxcorner.com | 703-266-0492 | 4100 Monument Corner Dr., Fairfax 22030 | A beautiful mixed-use shopping center that offers Main Street-style shopping at both national chains and local boutiques. MOSAIC DISTRICT mosaicdistrict.com | 703-992-7832 | 2905 District Ave., Fairfax 22031 | A curated mix of unique retail, restaurant and entertainment experiences in the vibrant area of Merrifield. RESTON TOWN CENTER restontowncenter.com | 703-579-6720 | 11900 Market St., Reston 20190 | Offering more than 50 retail shops, 30 restaurants and an open-air pavilion hosting special events, concerts and festivals. SPRINGFIELD TOWN CENTER springfieldtowncenter.com | 703-971-3738 | 6500 Springfield Mall, Springfield 22150 | Features more than 85 specialty retailers including the DC area's first Topshop and a host of other upscale retailers and dining options. TYSONS CORNER CENTER tysonscornercenter.com | 703-847-7300 | 1961 Chain Bridge Rd., Tysons 22102 | Destination shopping center home to more than 300 specialty and department stores, celebrated restaurants and entertainment options. AD ON INSIDE BACK COVER TYSONS GALLERIA tysonsgalleria.com | 703-827-7730 | 2001 International Dr., Tysons 22102 | Enjoy the luxury of upscale shopping and unique dining experiences all under one roof. Connected to The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner. back to categories
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