- Our list of the best things to do in Sterling, Virginia, features the top 517 nearby activities — including 186 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Sterling, VA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Sights & Landmarks, Entertainment & Shows, and Museums & Galleries.
- The results below include the top 22 things to do within the city of Sterling, VA , followed by 494 popular activities in nearby cities, including Washington, Leesburg, Arlington, Bethesda, Silver Spring, Chantilly, Fairfax, Reston, Gaithersburg, Rockville, Alexandria, Purcellville, Potomac, Middleburg, McLean, Ashburn, Springfield, Annandale, Herndon, Falls Church, Manassas, Centreville, Germantown, Olney, Woodbridge, Warrenton, Lorton, Wheaton, Glen Echo, Burke, Frederick, Sandy Spring and Lovettsville
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27.8 Miles
Running along an old canal, Armory Canal Trail offers placards with historical information and views of old factories and ruins. The trail can be used for hiking and has wildlife like birds, fish and turtles that can be seen.
27.8 Miles
88%
24 votes
343 Campground Rd., Harpers Ferry, WV
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An expansive collection of memorabilia can be found at the Civil War Living History Museum. War relics, documents, and knowledgeable hosts are part of every tour. History buffs and curious visitors alike find something of interest to touch and experience.
27.8 Miles
With a vert ramp with a drop of more than 11 feet, Veterans Skate Park has fun, daring, and safe opportunities to practice stunts. Amenities include a 60 foot kidney bowl, an open flow course, and lots of stairs.
27.9 Miles
10709 Gunston Road, Lorton, VA 22079
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The senior statesman and author of Virginia's Declaration of Rights George Mason called Gunston Hall Plantation his home. The site has been preserved and restored with authentic artifacts that detail his life and times at the plantation.
27.9 Miles
Family owned and operated Gaver Farm is a diversified farm that offers a corn maze, pick a pumpkin, and cut a Christmas tree along with many other hands on activities. They give hayrides around the farm on the weekends.
27.9 Miles
52%
89 votes
43 Old Taylor Ln, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
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Built by relatives of John Wilkes Booth, he stayed in this home when witnessing the execution of John Brown, and historians believe he was headed to this house after shooting Abraham Lincoln. Guests can attend ghost tours of the home, séances, and the home is used for paranormal research.
27.9 Miles
17%
6 votes
6075 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
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AMC Rivertowne 12 Theatres, having been remodeled in 2015, features reclining seats and accommodating, friendly staff. The theater plays the latest movie titles and offers a full service concession stand.
27.9 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.
27.9 Miles
Opened in 2010, The Haunted Cottage is a local haunted attraction commonly visited by those fascinated by the paranormal. Ghost tours, paranormal research training, and unexplained events are among the many reasons that attract visitors to the cottage.
28.0 Miles
Elk Mountain Trails in Knoxville has well-mannered horses that are good for kids and beginners. The trail ride was easy and the guides are friendly. They have horseback rides on the C&O canal and the adjoining woodlands.