Things to Do with Kids in Mount Vernon, VA

  • TripBuzz found 406 things to do with kids in or near Mount Vernon, Virginia, including 402 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Bethesda and Silver Spring.
  • From George Washington's Mount Vernon to Birthplace National Monument, the Mount Vernon area offers 109 different types of family activities, including: Historic Districts, National & State Parks, Parks and Movie Theaters.
  • TripBuzz found 406 things to do with kids in or near Mount Vernon, Virginia, including 402 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Bethesda and Silver Spring.
  • From George Washington's Mount Vernon to Birthplace National Monument, the Mount Vernon area offers 109 different types of family activities, including: Historic Districts, National & State Parks, Parks and Movie Theaters.
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6.1 Miles
45% 11 votes
Historic Sites Fort Washington, MD MoreLess Info
Established in 1863, Fort Foote Park is a national park that was once known as n America Civil war earthwork for. The park is now used as a forest preserve and has tow 15-inch guns that sit on carriages.
6.2 Miles
89% 842 votes
Piers & Boardwalks Alexandria, VA MoreLess Info
The Old Town Waterfront is centered mostly around the marina and parks, allowing for outdoor activities like boating, fishing, biking, and walking. The district also features many shops, restaurants, and historic sites.
6.2 Miles
71% 255 votes
Boat Cruise 205 The Strand, Alexandria, VA 22314 MoreLess Info
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.
6.2 Miles
92% 172 votes
Specialty Museums 105-107 S. Fairfax St, Alexandria, VA MoreLess Info
Operating as a family apothecary business from 1792 to 1933, the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum still houses some of the original ingredients, papers and products used during the time for customers including Robert E. Lee and the Washingtons.
6.2 Miles
100% 11 votes
Paddleboarding 165 Waterfront Street, Oxon Hill, MD 20745 MoreLess Info
Boating In DC at National Harbor offers rentals of non-motorized boats, from three person canoes to single kayaks. Additionally, they have classes, tours of the Potomac and children's summer camps that teach boating safety and boat navigation.
6.2 Miles
100% 3 votes
Recreation Centers 10406 Gunston Road, Lorton, VA 22079 MoreLess Info
Featuring 13.4 miles of hiking trails, the Meadowood Special Recreation Management Area is a recreational area popular among nature enthusiasts. The area also offers seven miles of horseback riding trails as well as over 800 acres of forest area.
6.3 Miles
80% 1293 votes
Marinas 137 National Plaza, Oxon Hill, MD 20744 MoreLess Info
National Harbor is a multi-purpose waterfront area which is home to a wide range of attractions including the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, a marina, a children's museum, multiple nightlife and dining destinations and more.
6.3 Miles
89% 204 votes
Historic Homes 121 N. Fairfax St, Alexandria, VA 22314 MoreLess Info
The 18th century Palladian-style building known as Carlyle House offers daily tours of the house to explore the life of John Carlyle in pre-Revolutionary Virginia. Special programs for children, events, exhibits, and lectures are held throughout the year.
6.3 Miles
91% 202 votes
History Museums 134 N. Royal Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 MoreLess Info
The Gadsby's Tavern Museum is actually composed of two 18th century buildings that famous historical figures like George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and John Adams enjoyed. The museum teaches guests about life during this era with special programming for both very young and older children.
6.3 Miles
83% 301 votes
Landmarks 137 National Plaza, National Harbor, Oxon Hill, MD MoreLess Info
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.
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