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Welcome, traveler, to Northern Virginia. Your journey has landed you here, and new adventures are calling your name. Now that you’ve arrived, you can stay in the safety and comfort of your hotel and watch the world spin past…or you can embrace this new place you’ve come to. Learn its streets. Meet its people. Learn its history. Your hand is already on the doorknob, isn’t it?
You’ll not be wanting for things to do in Northern Virginia. Explore the downtown area in search of museums and boutiques…or that next delicious meal. What tickles your fancy? A delectable five-course supper at the restaurant you’ve been hearing about? Or perhaps you’d rather read the paper while sipping hot coffee at one of the cafes scattered throughout town. Take in a show at the theatre, or just walk along down the main thoroughfare, watching people wander past.
Why spend hours ruminating over what to do in Northern Virginia? Let the possibilities wash over you as you explore this new region. Move out on foot and get to know the area on a more personal level. Find that perfect souvenir at one of the smaller shops, or reinvent your entire artistic aesthetic at your new favorite gallery.
Is the wind whispering suggestions in your mind? Rent a car and take it out beyond city limits and into the wild blue yonder. Explore the smaller cities and towns past the border, and get to know the stories behind them. Visit a county fair and let childhood memories wash over you as cotton candy melts in your mouth. Sample hand-made jam at a stop on a forgotten highway, or let the hustle and bustle of modern life sweep you away as you lose yourself in the organized chaos of a modern metropolis. Your choices are endless—and so are the adventures to come.
When you book your journey with Travelocity, you’re never far from Northern Virginia attractions. After all, the money you save when you plan a trip with us is best spent along the way. Whether it’s the roar of the city you crave, or the quiet solitude that comes with a simpler getaway, everything you need to get started is right here.
Explore the home and workplace of the president of the United States. See entertainment areas and state rooms and learn about the history of this famous building.
Inspiring architecture, magnificent museums and the icons of American history await on Washington’s famous two-mile (three-kilometer) strip.
For nature lovers around the country, there is nothing quite like a vacation in Shenandoah National Park. Tucked away in Virginia, it is easily accessible from a number of large cities on the East Coast. The peaceful atmosphere and slow-paced lifestyle found in this area along the Blue Ridge Mountains is a great way to escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. With beautiful views of nature and endless activities for people of all ages, Shenandoah National Park vacations are sure to create memories that will last a lifetime.
Sitting on top of Capitol Hill is a Washington landmark that’s been the home of American democracy for more than 200 years.
Why not visit the animals who live at Smithsonian's National Zoo and see why this is a favorite attraction in Washington? Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed art scene.
Explore the campus of University of Maryland, College Park, a top university in College Park. Experience the area's fascinating museums and great live music.