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Great Falls National Park is a waterfall area and riparian preserve just outside the city. The preserve area is filled with natural beauty and the falls are peaceful and beautiful. It is a great place for hiking and exploring.
26.9 Miles
Specializing in visual and performing arts, Carroll Arts Center offers visitors rotating gallery exhibits featuring local and national artists. The center has an Art Deco style theater that hosts children's theatrical performances.
26.9 Miles
The Ralph J Bunch Community Center is a non-profit organization that was created by the citizen of the local community. The center is in charge of overseeing the Ralph J. Bunche School
27.1 Miles
Explore the Arlington National Cemetery with ANC Tours/Martz gray Line – Day Tours. The guided bus tour travels from the welcome centre to Arlington House, with stops at the gravesites of the Kennedys, the Robert E. Lee Memorial, and the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknowns.
27.1 Miles
The North Barnaby Pool is a is a public pool that is the home of a lily pad crossing features, a water slide, a waterfall, and an aqua climbing wall. The pool also has a wading pool and changing facilities.
27.2 Miles
Bluemont Park is favored by local families and runners. The park features a 4 mile long stream that is nestled against scenic jogging paths, a shaded playground, basketball courts and picnic areas.
27.2 Miles
Founded in 1990, the World Children's Choir is a choral group that performs at a variety of events. Notable past performances include shows for Presidents George W. Bush and Bill Clinton, Queen Sofia of Spain, and the U.S. Supreme Court.
27.3 Miles
Featuring a wooded area and creek, Glencarlyn Dog Park offers visitors an outdoor space for their dogs to swim and run off-leash. The park also has a quarter mile trail for walking.
27.4 Miles
Many musical careers in the country genre were founded at the music hall known as The Birchmere. The venue still has many popular performances during the week and maintains a full-service restaurant.
27.4 Miles
A wooded park area, Upton Hill Regional Park features a miniature golf course, swimming pool and batting cages. The park can be used for hiking and picnicking and includes a children's playground.