What to do in Fairfax County, VA

Activities, attractions and tours

A river flowing through a rocky gorge with waterfalls and lush greenery.
A large aircraft with a propeller and a star on its tail, displayed in a hangar with other aircraft.
A large white building with a red roof and a central tower, surrounded by a grassy area and a fence.
A river surrounded by rocky cliffs and autumn-colored trees.
A river flowing through a rocky landscape with dense greenery and a clear sky.

Things to do

See DC In A Day: Guided Small Group Ultimate Day Tour

Washington DC Small-Group Sightseeing Experience

£75
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Washington DC Small-Group Sightseeing Experience
LEGO Discovery Center Washington, D.C.

LEGO Discovery Center Washington, D.C.

£23
per adult
LEGO Discovery Center Washington, D.C.
DC Highlights Tour

DC Highlights Tour

£40
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
DC Highlights Tour
The White House

Washington, D.C. Day Trip with Transportation from NYC

£97
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Washington, D.C. Day Trip with Transportation from NYC
Discover Alexandria: Historic Homes, Churches, and Taverns!

Discover Alexandria: Historic Homes, Churches, and Taverns!

£23
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Discover Alexandria: Historic Homes, Churches, and Taverns!
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Tysons Corner Center

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You can browse for souvenirs when you visit Tysons Corner Center, a favourite shopping spot in McLean. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments.
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Day trip destinations from Fairfax County

A capitol building with a dome, surrounded by autumn foliage.

Washington

Outdoor cafe seating with tables and chairs, a storefront with a sign, and a brick building in the background.

Alexandria

A cemetery with numerous headstones and trees.

Arlington

A two-story brick building with black shutters, a white door, and a small front porch.

Fairfax

A church with a steeple and autumn foliage.

Falls Church

A large domed building with a statue on top, surrounded by a park with trees and a fountain.

Chantilly

A river with a bridge, a city skyline, and a red brick building.

Springfield

A wooden pier extending into a body of water with a small shelter at the end.

Woodbridge