- TripBuzz found 358 things to do with kids in or near Fort Washington, Maryland, including 345 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Bethesda and Silver Spring.
- From Allentown Fitness & Splash Park to Capital Childrens Museum, the Fort Washington area offers 109 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Recreation Centers, Horse Races and Theaters.
- Bordering Washington, located just south of the capital's downtown district is the city of Fort Washington. The city is home to many scenic parks that present events throughout the year including historic war reenactments. Families can enjoy picnics, walks and fishing throughout the year, taking in views of the Potomac River. Also popular are the various concert halls, presenting musical performances and art shows.
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5.4 Miles
83%
301 votes
137 National Plaza, National Harbor, Oxon Hill, MD
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At 70 feet long, The Awakening Sculpture is an aluminum statue depicting a giant man buried in the ground reaching towards the sky. The statue is located on the water's edge, and often has children playing on it.
5.8 Miles
93%
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5514 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Mount Vernon, VA 22309
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Plan a visit to George Washington's Distillery & Gristmill to learn more about the largest distillery in America at its time. The 18th century process used to make whiskey is on display April through October.
5.9 Miles
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Woodrow Wilson Bridge Trail, Oxon Hill, MD
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The Woodrow Wilson Bridge Trail is a 3.5-mile trail that gains 200-ft in elevation as the trail progresses. The trail can be used for running, walking, in-line skating, and mountain biking.
6.2 Miles
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9000 Richmond Hwy, Alexandria, VA 22039
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Woodlawn Plantation and Pope-Leighey House are located on a 126 acre estate in the rolling hills of Virginia. Visitors enjoy studying the architecture and history of the buildings overlooking the Potomac River.
6.5 Miles
Oxon Hill Farm offers a variety of ways locals can experience the region's history with features such as living history programs, hands on activities, and an evolutionary display of the park's transformation.
6.6 Miles
Several tours of both the freshwater and seawater regions within the Washington DC region are available through the Potomac Riverboat Company. Sightseeing tours include the Washington Monuments Cruise, the Mount Vernon Cruise, the Alexandria Seaport Cruise, and the Pirate Cruise.
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92%
74 votes
600 Wolfe Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
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There is nothing like live entertainment, and there is plenty of it to see at The Little Theater of Alexandria. Shows include classics and new shows including The Christmas Carol, God, of Carnage, and The Game's Afoot.
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Located near Andrews Air Force Base, Cosca Regional Park offers a combination of land that has been developed for recreation and natural untouched areas. A large children's playground is available in addition to a family friendly train and a boathouse that has paddleboat rentals.
6.7 Miles
The Alexandria neighborhood of Old Town is a preserved historic district that used to be the hometown of George Washington. The modern aspects of the area embrace local art, high-style boutiques, and restaurants.
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6411 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
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A scenic and historic attraction, Oxon Cove Park & Oxon Hill Farm comprise a National Historic District. The park is a popular wildlife viewing destination, and the farm offers wagon rides and other farm-related amusements.