ROAD TRIPS LOVELY SCENIC DRIVES Northern Virginia is a beautiful place to visit throughout all four seasons. Hop in the car and take a drive down these scenic byways for a different perspective of this historic destination. • The iconic 25-mile GEORGE WASHINGTON MEMORIAL PARKWAY stretches from Great Falls Park in the north all the way to George Washington’s Mount Vernon in the south. In between, you’ll catch glimpses of the DC skyline and the majestic Potomac River. Plus, there are ample opportunities to pull off and explore other parks and attractions. • Take a short excursion down CLIFTON ROAD , which brings you directly through the quaint Town of Clifton, a National Historic District that is home to award-winning restaurants, antique shops, Fairfax County’s first winery and extraordinary ties to the Civil War. 24 • FAIRFAX COUNTY VISITORS GUIDE • Designated the first Virginia Byway for its scenic value back in 1974, GEORGETOWN PIKE offers 12 miles of curves, hills and fields that wind past extravagant estates, prime hiking spots and the entrance to Great Falls Park. Stop for a coffee in Great Falls Village or enjoy destination dining at the famous L’Auberge Chez Francois. • Perhaps one of the most famous drives in America, SKYLINE DRIVE is about an hour to the west and runs 105 miles through Shenandoah National Park. Prepare to open your windows, feel the breeze and experience every scenic curve of this jaw-dropping, vista-filled route.
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