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4.9· 31kMuseum1. Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center
Smithsonian hangars near Dulles Airport with the Space Shuttle Discovery, SR-71, Concorde and Enola Gay, plus an observation tower and IMAX theater.
4.9· 1.6kTemple2. Washington D.C. Temple Visitors' Center
Free LDS visitors' center beside the Washington D.C. Temple with exhibits on Jesus Christ, plus a seasonal Christmas lights display.
4.8· 2.8kPark · Evermay3. Clemyjontri Park
Fairfax County two-acre playground in McLean for children of all abilities, with a carousel, train ride, maze and picnic tables.
4.8· 1.4kPark · Crampton4. Riverbend Park Visitor's Center
Fairfax County park on the Potomac with a visitor center, hiking trails, fishing, canoe and kayak rentals, and picnic areas.
4.8· 1.4kGarden · Brockwood5. Bon Air Park Rose Garden
Formal rose garden in Bon Air Park, Arlington, with ornamental trees, a creek and trails; popular for wedding photos.
4.7· 7.7kPark6. Georgetown Waterfront Park
Riverfront park on the Potomac in Georgetown with a promenade, fountain, grassy lawns and views of boats and Roosevelt Island.
4.8· 937Park7. Chessie's Big Backyard
Fairfax County Park Authority children's playground with a splash pad, carousel, nature trail, picnic tables and amphitheater.
4.7· 5.3kLandmark8. Manassas National Battlefield Park
Site of the First and Second Battles of Manassas with a visitor center, walking trails, monuments and ranger programs.
4.9· 488Trail · Potomac Ridge9. Billy Goat Trail Section A Entrance
Rocky Potomac River trail with steep scrambling over boulders, one of the most challenging hikes near Washington; the trail loop is about 4.7 miles with the towpath return.
4.7· 1.7kPark · Potomac Falls10. Algonkian Regional Park
NOVA Parks regional park on the Potomac with trails, picnic areas, boat ramp, golf course and vacation cottages.
4.7· 1.4kPark11. Fountainhead Regional Park
NOVA Parks site on the Occoquan Reservoir with boat and kayak rentals, fishing, hiking and mountain bike trails.
4.7· 1.2kPark12. Frying Pan Farm Park
Historic working farm in Herndon with animals, a carousel, country store and seasonal wagon rides.
4.7· 1.0kPark13. Franconia Park
150-acre Fairfax County park with trails, playground, splash pad, carousel, sports fields, tennis courts, amphitheater and pool.
4.8· 489Landmark14. Ulysses S. Grant Memorial
Large equestrian bronze of Ulysses S. Grant at the east end of the National Mall, below the Capitol, with flanking artillery and cavalry groups.
4.7· 950Museum15. Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial
Greek Revival mansion, once Robert E. Lee's home, on a hill in Arlington National Cemetery. It has a museum, gardens, slave quarters and a view of DC.
4.7· 871Park · Fairlee16. Nottoway Park
Fairfax County park in Vienna with sports fields, courts, picnic areas and the historic Nottoway estate for rental.
4.8· 430Park · Brockwood17. Lubber Run Park
Arlington County park with creek-side trail, nature-themed playground, sand pit, and pickleball and basketball courts.
4.7· 749Park18. Potomac Yard Park
Alexandria city park with fenced playgrounds, a splash pad and open lawns.
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