What to do in Arlington, VA

Activities, attractions and tours

Arlington National Cemetery which includes a cemetery, a park and landscape views
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Arlington Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Arlington has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Arlington, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Arlington with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Arlington

Arlington is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Arlington, and make it a breeze to explore Arlington and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Arlington to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Arlington, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Arlington.

Arlington attractions

Arlington has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Arlington to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Arlington.

Looking for things to do in Arlington can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Arlington or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Arlington attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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What to do in Arlington


Popular places to visit

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Crystal City

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

Visitors to Crystal City love its popular shops, and you can check out Bowlero Arlington and Synetic Theater. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Crystal City Station.

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Pentagon City

If you're spending time in Pentagon City, you might enjoy attractions like Fashion Center at Pentagon City and Pentagon Row. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Pentagon City Station to see more of the city.

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Rosslyn

4/5(12 area reviews)

The ample dining options and prominent monuments are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Freedom Park or Dark Star Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Rosslyn Station to get around town.

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Ballston

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Travellers choose Ballston for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Ballston Station or Virginia Square Station and check out top sights like Ballston Quarter.

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Radnor - Fort Myer Heights

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Radnor - Fort Myer Heights, Canadian Cross of Sacrifice and Dark Star Park are top sights worth seeing.

Radnor - Fort Myer Heights
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Aurora Highlands

While you're in Aurora Highlands, take in top sights like Fashion Center at Pentagon City and jump on the metro at Pentagon City Station to see more of the city.

Aurora Highlands

 

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