Scott’s Run Nature Preserve Fairfax Corner 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. 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. b Meadowlark Botanical Gardens novaparks.com/meadowlark 703-255-3631 9750 Meadowlark Gardens Ct., Vienna 22182 • Picturesque 95-acre treasure with display gardens and native plant collections, featuring the only public Korean Bell Garden in the Western Hemisphere. Celebrate the holidays with a stroll through 500,000 lights. Ad on page 57. b The St. James Sports, Wellness and Entertainment Complex Mosaic District thestjames.com • 703-239-6870 6805 Industrial Rd., Springfield 22151 • A 450,000-square-foot indoor sports and recreation complex with a full-service spa, kids entertainment center and waterpark, and Spike Mendelsohn-helmed restaurant. Second, smaller location available in Reston. 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. b Reston Town Center Turner Farm restontowncenter.com 703-579-6720 • 11900 Market St., Reston 20190 • A dynamic urban destination full of possibilities with 50 retailers, 30 restaurants and special events. b fairfaxcounty.gov/parks 703-324-8702 • 925 Springvale Rd., Great Falls 22066 • This 52-acre park offers an observatory, astronomy fun, horseback riding, trails and more on the site of a former dairy farm. b Occoquan Regional Park Springfield Town Center novaparks.com/occoquan 703-690-2121 • 9751 Ox Rd., Lorton 22079 • 350-acre park scenically located on the Occoquan River. Offers batting cages, kayak rental, boat launch, picnic shelters and a 5K loop trail. Ad on page 57. b Washington & Old Dominion Railroad Regional Park novaparks.com/w&od 703-729-0596 • 21293 Smiths Switch Rd., Ashburn 20147 The “skinniest park in Virginia,” this paved 45-mile historic trail crosses through many towns and open spaces great for biking, running and horseback riding. Ad on page 57. b springfieldtowncenter.com 703-971-3738 • 6500 Springfield Mall, Springfield 22150 • Anchored by Target, Macy’s, JCPenney, Dick’s Sporting Goods and Burlington, experience 100+ shops, diverse dining and entertainment including Dave & Buster’s, Regal Cinemas and LEGO® Discovery Center. Ad on page 4. b Pohick Bay Regional Park novaparks.com/pohickbay 703-339-6104 • 6501 Pohick Bay Dr., Lorton 22079 Water-oriented park offering boat rentals and launch ramp, mini golf, hiking trails, picnic shelters, cabins and campsites. Ad on page 57. b shopping Tysons Corner Center Riverbend Park 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. FXVA.COM 59 Fairfax County Virginia 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. b Fair Oaks Mall shopfairoaksmall.com 703-359-8300 • 11750 Fair Oaks Mall, Fairfax 22033 Fair Oaks Mall, a top Northern Virginia destination, offers 160+ shops and restaurants, family play areas, seasonal events and free parking. Ad on page 7. b tysonscornercenter.com 703-847-7300 • 1961 Chain Bridge Rd., Tysons 22102 Just minutes from downtown DC and easily accessible on Metro’s Silver line, Tysons Corner Center is Virginia’s premier shopping destination, offering over 300 stores, restaurants and entertainment. Ad on back cover. b things to do
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