- Our list of the best things to do in Potomac, Maryland, features the top 609 nearby activities — including 219 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Potomac, MD has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Sights & Landmarks, Entertainment & Shows, and Amusement.
- The results below include the top 19 things to do within the city of Potomac, MD , followed by 589 popular activities in nearby cities, including Washington, Leesburg, Arlington, Bethesda, Silver Spring, Alexandria, Sterling, Chantilly, Fairfax, Laurel, Reston, Gaithersburg, Rockville, Columbia, McLean, Ashburn, Springfield, Annandale, College Park, Fort Washington, Herndon, Falls Church, Oxon Hill, Centreville, Germantown, Greenbelt, Manassas, Lorton, Olney, Woodbridge, Bowie, Mount Airy, Clinton, Wheaton, Mount Vernon, Glen Echo, Savage, Burke, Middleburg, Baltimore, Ellicott City and Sandy Spring
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9200 Old Dominion Drive, McLean, VA 22102
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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.
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Wheaton Park Stables is an equestrian facility that provides youth summer camps, private horseback riding lessons, group lessons, and pony rides. The site also offers escorted year-round trail rides to beginners.
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Town of Herndon Line, Herndon, VA 20170
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With nearly six miles of interconnected pathways, the paved Sugarland Stream Valley Run Trail winds through marshes, streams and scenic woodlands. Outdoor opportunities here include walking, hiking, biking or observing nature.
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Fun for the whole family, Volcano Island is a waterpark located in Sterling. The waterpark features multiple waterslides, pools and splash pads, offering an array of activities for guests of all ages.
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Algonkian Regional Park, 47001 Fairway Drive, Sterling, VA 20165
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Halloween Woods Haunted Forest is a scare destination that features a variety of costumed actors and elaborate horror set-pieces in an outdoor setting. The attraction also features a rock wall and refreshments for sale.
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A community art gallery, ArtSpace Herndon is dedicated to cultivating local and aspiring artists in the Herndon area. Exhibits include local pieces by budding high school seniors, Fine Art Photography, and Technology Changing Arts among many others.
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Along with being a popular first-run theater, the Angelika Film Center serves as an arthouse site with independent film showings and special discussions. There is also an adjoining café where debates about the movies are encouraged.
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218 votes
2911 District Avenue, Fairfax, VA 22031
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Angelika Film Center & Cafe at Mosaic is a movie theater that shows both independent and blockbuster films, with a cafe that serves alcohol and has a unique menu. They have assigned seating so seats can be reserved.
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Incorporating audience participation into the acts, Washington Revels is a professional theater group that puts on performing arts productions for the community. It also has a singing ensemble that specializes in Medieval, maritime, and 19th century music.
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515 votes
3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008
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Located in the heart of the nation's capital, the Smithsonian National Zoological Park features multiple animal habitats ranging from domestic to rare and exotic species from around the world. The zoo is open daily and has free admission.