- Our list of the best things to do in Washington, D.C., features the top 626 nearby activities — including 221 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Washington, DC has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Sights & Landmarks, Entertainment & Shows, and Museums & Galleries.
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21.2 Miles
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20 votes
21544 Old Vestal's Gap Rd., Sterling, VA 20164
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Located in eastern Loudoun County is Virginia's Claude Moore Park and Lanesville Heritage Area. The park features eleven miles of hiking trails, picnic pavilions and fishing ponds while the heritage center features a historic schoolhouse and sportsplex.
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3410 Leonardtown Road, Waldorf, MD 20601
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Open to skaters of all skill levels, Waldorf Roller Skating Center offers public skating sessions in its indoor rink. The center hosts classes where visitors can learn the basics of roller skating from experienced instructors.
21.2 Miles
Situated on 10.1 acres, Cedar Creek Local Park is a sports complex featuring a field that can be used for soccer, baseball and softball. The park also offers bleacher seating and a children's play structure.
21.2 Miles
As a significant site for the early settlers of the region, Sully Historic Site consists of a main house, visitor center, and other historical buildings. Visitors can take a group tour of the main house with a guide.
21.2 Miles
Known for its audience interaction productions, Stagecoach Theatre Company hosts murder mystery wine and beer tours. During the performance, visitors will try to solve a murder with the help of actors.
21.3 Miles
Visitors to the Chantilly area can gain knowledge of the area and enjoy outdoor recreation at the Walney Visitor Center. The surrounding trails provide scenic hikes, while the indoor nature center provides entertainment for the younger crowd.
21.3 Miles
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1 votes
3165 Mattawoman Drive, Waldorf, MD 20602
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Located within the Trinity Memorial Gardens, Friendship Pet Memorial Park is a cemetery dedicated to the memorial of beloved pets who have passed away. Over 400 pets lie in eternal rest in the memorial park.
21.3 Miles
Situated along the Occoquan Reservoir, Lake Ridge Park offers boating and fishing opportunities as well as a 9-hole golf course with driving range and an 18-hole miniature golf course. It also has picnic tables, playgrounds and walking trails.
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A traditional bowling center, AMF Centreville Lanes features 32 lanes of bowling with shoe rental. The center has a lounge area along with flat-screen televisions showing sports programming and arcade game machines.
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8 votes
5040 Walney Road, Chantilly, VA 20151
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Hosting more than 30,000 visitors each year, the Ellanor C Lawrence Park - Walney Visitors Center is a public park facility that has a wealth of information available for visitors. Located in a restored farmhouse, the center hosts exhibits, too.