Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Fairfax March 2026 | Expedia.co.uk

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# What to do in Fairfax, VA

## Activities, attractions and tours

## Visit Fairfax

Types of activities

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## Fairfax Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Fairfax has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Fairfax, 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 Fairfax 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 Fairfax

Fairfax is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Fairfax, and make it a breeze to explore Fairfax 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 Fairfax 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 Fairfax, 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 Fairfax.

#### Fairfax attractions

Fairfax 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 Fairfax 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 Fairfax.

Looking for things to do in Fairfax 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 Fairfax or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Fairfax attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!

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### Most fun & popular experiences in Fairfax

### Tours & day trips

[See all 69 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips)

![Washington DC Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/278055/7a895018-df6d-40f9-9a34-24d8a62629c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Washington DC Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

1d+

7.8/10

658 verified reviews

Free cancellation available

~~£41~~£37

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/washington-dc-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a278055.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/252395/e8b33ebf-73cd-425d-88c0-f080cb40a11c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

1d

9.4/10

132 verified reviews

Free cancellation available

£16

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/arlington-national-cemetery-tour.a252395.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Self-guided Waterfall Hiking Tour through Great Falls National Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4483985/5c7bea7a-e2e7-4dae-a3fc-c6e951e8a690.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Self-guided Waterfall Hiking Tour through Great Falls National Park

3h

8/10

2 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

£4

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/self-guided-waterfall-hiking-tour-through-great-falls-national-park.a4483985.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Party Yacht Cruise along Potomac River](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48655900/4dae6612-6e96-4db8-9bb5-ca188d2f1bf9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Party Yacht Cruise along Potomac River

2h

9/10

4 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

£57

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/2-hour-party-yacht-cruise-in-potomac-river.a48655900.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Georgetown Foodie Culinary Tour & Area Walk](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1227381/0be11b4c-9d49-435a-bf78-cced0d6afb5c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Georgetown Foodie Culinary Tour & Area Walk

3h

9.6/10

69 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

£60

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/georgetown-foodie-culinary-tour-area-walk.a1227381.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour & Changing of the Guards](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1212901/e68ee17e-8c52-4a26-b471-8c6e7ae3c980.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour & Changing of the Guards

2h 30m

9.8/10

1,337 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

£52

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/arlington-national-cemetery-walking-tour-changing-of-the-guards.a1212901.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Narrated Sightseeing Cruise on Potomac River](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51590279/8c6a15d3-cc6e-4143-8f2a-0ce92dd3b0ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Narrated Sightseeing Cruise on Potomac River

1h

Free cancellation available

£19

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/narrated-sightseeing-cruise-on-potomac-river.a51590279.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1213579/879300fb-904b-4c6b-9985-d743dcfc326e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour

1h 30m

9.6/10

268 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

£29

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/ghosts-of-georgetown-walking-tour.a1213579.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Arlington Cemetery: Changing of Guard & John F. Kennedy Gravesite](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45021984/0cc6de50-61f2-45a2-bc02-1da7f1f00501.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Arlington Cemetery: Changing of Guard & John F. Kennedy Gravesite

2h 10m

9.2/10

5 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

£49

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1-5-hour-arlington-cemetery-guided-walking-tour-with-tomb-of-the-unknown-soldier.a45021984.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Niagara Falls(US) 2-Day Tour from Washington D.C.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5175647/4757c850-ee1e-4048-81c1-35198af17c31.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Niagara Falls(US) 2-Day Tour from Washington D.C.

2d

10/10

1 verified review

Free cancellation available

£420

includes taxes & fees

per adult\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/niagara-fallsus-2-day-tour-from-washington-d-c.a5175647.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

### Private & custom tours

[See all 23 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours)

![Waterfalls Adventure, A Hidden Gem In Nature](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49315338/7fc726d5-fa75-4748-b95e-a7461ea619fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Waterfalls Adventure, A Hidden Gem In Nature

4h

10/10

1 verified review

Free cancellation available

£49

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/waterfalls-adventure-a-hidden-gem-in-nature.a49315338.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Historical Tour of Northern Virginia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50884346/6358d47d-1acc-4993-8ac6-ca41f392abeb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Historical Tour of Northern Virginia

4h

Free cancellation available

£38

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/historical-tour-of-northern-virginia.a50884346.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Transport To/From Air and Space Museum, Udvar Hazy Centre](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49969020/3b255795-4911-4d79-88fc-cb21b84e795c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Transport To/From Air and Space Museum, Udvar Hazy Centre

4h

Free cancellation available

£415

includes taxes & fees

per traveller\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/smithsonian-air-and-space-museum-udvar-hazy-centre-tour.a49969020.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Washington D.C Street Food Tour With A Local Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49071222/e0b4fc73-dfbf-47cd-bc43-57d39f819fd2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Washington D.C Street Food Tour With A Local Guide

3h

Free cancellation available

£71

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/washington-d-c-street-food-tour-with-a-local-guide.a49071222.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Veteran-Led Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46747672/02ff32f2-3354-4545-b11d-ca2157d1028a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Veteran-Led Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour

3h

10/10

59 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

£41

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/veteran-led-arlington-national-cemetery-tours.a46747672.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Georgetown's Famous Ghosts Smartphone Guided Haunted Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50248958/e88f0882-c7ed-4851-a531-8c4055aaa7b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Georgetown's Famous Ghosts Smartphone Guided Haunted Walking Tour

1h 30m

Free cancellation available

£7

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/georgetowns-famous-ghosts-smartphone-guided-haunted-walking-tour.a50248958.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Private Arlington Cemetery Tour for up to 10 Guests](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47259051/6c9cb275-73c4-4cb8-82cc-2721ce89aa6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Private Arlington Cemetery Tour for up to 10 Guests

4h

10/10

1 Viator review

Free cancellation available

£547

includes taxes & fees

per traveller\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-arlington-cemetery-tour-explore-with-a-local-expert.a47259051.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Private Guided Tour of Washington DC](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51667765/70423ab5-11e9-4531-9482-5923d3260209.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Private Guided Tour of Washington DC

3h

Free cancellation available

£264

includes taxes & fees

per traveller\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-guided-tour-of-washington-dc.a51667765.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![4 Hours Private Chauffeured DC Sight Seeing Tour / SUV & Saloon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1242072/d53ac515-596b-48ac-b3af-adbf9011859f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### 4 Hours Private Chauffeured DC Sight Seeing Tour / SUV & Saloon

4h

10/10

3 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

£414

includes taxes & fees

per traveller\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/4-hours-private-chauffeured-dc-sight-seeing-tour-4x4-saloon.a1242072.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Washington DC Small-Group Evening City Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3278238/45be41d7-ab6c-459b-9a5e-a2e1ae303614.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Washington DC Small-Group Evening City Tour

3h

10/10

110 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

£207

includes taxes & fees

per traveller\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/washington-dc-evening-tour.a3278238.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

### Food, drink & nightlife

[See all 8 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife)

![Washington, DC: Potomac River Yacht Cruise with Open Bar](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52012231/c5e6d094-f115-4d17-a04a-4bcd9372fc7f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Washington, DC: Potomac River Yacht Cruise with Open Bar

2h

10/10

1 GetYourGuide review

Free cancellation available

£50

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/washington-dc-potomac-river-yacht-cruise-with-open-bar.a52012231.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Chocolate and Wine Pairing in Chantilly](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45908462/9f90a3ab-ba00-4869-a9e6-7cb949ffe24f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Chocolate and Wine Pairing in Chantilly

1h

10/10

4 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

£49

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chocolate-and-wine-pairing-in-chantilly.a45908462.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Private Hands On Biscuit Baking Class outside Washington DC](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50887502/330d259d-110a-4959-87e7-00b55ae71298.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Private Hands On Biscuit Baking Class outside Washington DC

2h 30m

Free cancellation available

£75

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-hands-on-biscuit-baking-class-outside-washington-dc.a50887502.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Acquired Taste Food Tour in Georgetown](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47253557/eb840486-2a95-42f9-9ab2-276c9b86a47c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Acquired Taste Food Tour in Georgetown

2h

10/10

10 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

£72

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/acquired-taste-food-tour-in-georgetown.a47253557.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Washington D.C Street Food Tour With A Local Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49071222/e0b4fc73-dfbf-47cd-bc43-57d39f819fd2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Washington D.C Street Food Tour With A Local Guide

3h

Free cancellation available

£71

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/washington-d-c-street-food-tour-with-a-local-guide.a49071222.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![3 VA Wineries Day Trip with Optional Tasting-Inclusive Upgrade](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48504181/69df4c35-30fd-401e-bc9c-3fcb4493b2da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### 3 VA Wineries Day Trip with Optional Tasting-Inclusive Upgrade

8h

10/10

2 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

£91

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/vineyard-and-winery-bus-tour-from-metro-dc.a48504181.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Cobblestones & Croissants: A Morning Food Tour in Georgetown, DC](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48847205/78621ad6-3124-40c6-92cd-1195a33faa0b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Cobblestones & Croissants: A Morning Food Tour in Georgetown, DC

3h 30m

10/10

23 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

£64

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cobblestones-croissants-breakfast-history-tour-in-georgetown.a48847205.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Washington D.C: Acquired Taste Food Tour in Georgetown](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51910666/28db62af-3d47-44bc-8a9e-13948060fa86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Washington D.C: Acquired Taste Food Tour in Georgetown

1h 30m

Free cancellation available

£72

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/washington-d-c-acquired-taste-food-tour-in-georgetown.a51910666.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

### Classes & workshops

[See all 8 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops)

![Washington, DC: Potomac River Yacht Cruise with Open Bar](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52012231/c5e6d094-f115-4d17-a04a-4bcd9372fc7f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Washington, DC: Potomac River Yacht Cruise with Open Bar

2h

10/10

1 GetYourGuide review

Free cancellation available

£50

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/washington-dc-potomac-river-yacht-cruise-with-open-bar.a52012231.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Candle Pouring Workshop at Paddywax Candle Bar Reston](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50936492/c7d4317e-2141-4476-8e69-b32f1c18b8e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Candle Pouring Workshop at Paddywax Candle Bar Reston

1h

Free cancellation available

£37

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/candle-pouring-workshop-at-paddywax-candle-bar-reston.a50936492.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Private Hands On Biscuit Baking Class outside Washington DC](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50887502/330d259d-110a-4959-87e7-00b55ae71298.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Private Hands On Biscuit Baking Class outside Washington DC

2h 30m

Free cancellation available

£75

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-hands-on-biscuit-baking-class-outside-washington-dc.a50887502.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Mosaic Lamp Workshop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49322848/ec10e8ee-1457-4da2-b111-fbad75fc40d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Mosaic Lamp Workshop

2h 30m

10/10

4 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

£91

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/mosaic-lamp-workshop.a49322848.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Rug Tufting Workshop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52140325/cb6566d4-981f-42ec-9e0a-7e87c5db214a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Rug Tufting Workshop

3h

Free cancellation available

£98

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rug-tufting-workshop.a52140325.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Sushi Masterclass in Washington D.C. (Includes 4-Course Meal)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49990197/bdaaf5cf-b056-4629-a50e-861e935f6aab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Sushi Masterclass in Washington D.C. (Includes 4-Course Meal)

3h

Free cancellation available

£94

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sushi-masterclass-in-washington-d-c-includes-4-course-meal.a49990197.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop in Chantilly](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50844784/731dc294-d06e-4427-8575-0a87334af0d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop in Chantilly

2h 30m

£75

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/turkish-mosaic-lamp-workshop-in-chantilly.a50844784.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

### Attractions

[See all 5 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&filter.categories=Attractions)

![LEGO Discovery Centre Washington D.C Admission Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46568312/59cfdb5d-c021-4785-b488-bfe6a3dc1c7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### LEGO Discovery Centre Washington D.C Admission Ticket

3h

9.8/10

6 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

£23

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lego-discovery-centre-washington-d-c.a46568312.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![Georgetown, Washington DC: Escape Room Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47895221/ca2b3472-3225-4e0e-b2bf-a035a83f8449.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Georgetown, Washington DC: Escape Room Adventure

45m+

Free cancellation available

£29

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/georgetown-washington-dc-escape-room-adventure.a47895221.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![The Escape Game DC: 60-Minute Adventure in Georgetown](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4809142/a9af68d1-3fc5-4c45-9fba-9ed28566f66e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### The Escape Game DC: 60-Minute Adventure in Georgetown

1h 15m

10/10

2 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

£29

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-escape-game-dc-epic-adventures.a4809142.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![The Escape Game at Tysons Corner](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51663933/52df0e5f-73e7-48b6-9972-49418212f5a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### The Escape Game at Tysons Corner

1h 15m

Free cancellation available

£33

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-escape-game-at-tysons-corner.a51663933.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

![1-Hour Walk In Axe Throwing Experience Alexandria (797649 - Active](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47559829/c8366554-83a6-46f7-9e75-af02516bbc0e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### 1-Hour Walk In Axe Throwing Experience Alexandria (797649 - Active

1h

Free cancellation available

£30

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/45-minute-walk-in-axe-throwing-experience-alexandria-797649-active.a47559829.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off)

## Recommended things to do in Fairfax

| Number of things to do          | 89                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   |
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| Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Self-guided Waterfall Hiking Tour through Great Falls National Park](/things-to-do/self-guided-waterfall-hiking-tour-through-great-falls-national-park.a4483985.activity-details): £4                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               |
| Top 5 things to do              | [Washington DC Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour](/things-to-do/washington-dc-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a278055.activity-details)[Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour](/things-to-do/arlington-national-cemetery-tour.a252395.activity-details)[LEGO Discovery Centre Washington D.C Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/lego-discovery-centre-washington-d-c.a46568312.activity-details)[Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour](/things-to-do/ghosts-of-georgetown-walking-tour.a1213579.activity-details)[DIY Candle Making Class at a Trendy Local Spot in Washington D.C.](/things-to-do/diy-candle-making-class-at-a-trendy-local-spot-in-washington-d-c.a52384262.activity-details)                                                                               |
| Half-day tours                  | [LEGO Discovery Centre Washington D.C Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/lego-discovery-centre-washington-d-c.a46568312.activity-details)[Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour](/things-to-do/ghosts-of-georgetown-walking-tour.a1213579.activity-details)[DIY Candle Making Class at a Trendy Local Spot in Washington D.C.](/things-to-do/diy-candle-making-class-at-a-trendy-local-spot-in-washington-d-c.a52384262.activity-details)[Georgetown, Washington DC: Escape Room Adventure](/things-to-do/georgetown-washington-dc-escape-room-adventure.a47895221.activity-details)[Self-guided Waterfall Hiking Tour through Great Falls National Park](/things-to-do/self-guided-waterfall-hiking-tour-through-great-falls-national-park.a4483985.activity-details) |
| With kids                       | [Washington DC Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour](/things-to-do/washington-dc-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a278055.activity-details)[Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour](/things-to-do/arlington-national-cemetery-tour.a252395.activity-details)[LEGO Discovery Centre Washington D.C Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/lego-discovery-centre-washington-d-c.a46568312.activity-details)[Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour](/things-to-do/ghosts-of-georgetown-walking-tour.a1213579.activity-details)[Self-guided Waterfall Hiking Tour through Great Falls National Park](/things-to-do/self-guided-waterfall-hiking-tour-through-great-falls-national-park.a4483985.activity-details)                                                                           |

## What to do in Fairfax

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### Popular places to visit

![Ox Hill Battlefield Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8638/b465b570-c208-4ec6-bf93-bde3f8612640.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Ox Hill Battlefield Park

You can take time to visit Ox Hill Battlefield Park during your travels to Fairfax. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Ox-Hill-Battlefield-Park-Fairfax.d6283755.Attraction)

#### George Mason University

Walk around the campus at George Mason University as part of your travels around Fairfax. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/George-Mason-University-Fairfax.d503283.Attraction)

#### Fair Oaks Mall

During your visit to Fairfax, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Fair Oaks Mall. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Fair-Oaks-Mall-Fairfax.d6184855.Attraction)

#### EagleBank Arena

Catch an event at EagleBank Arena during your trip to Fairfax. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Eagle-Bank-Arena-Fairfax.d6083581.Attraction)

#### Fairfax Circle Plaza Shopping Center

During your trip to Fairfax, you can enjoy retail therapy at Fairfax Circle Plaza Shopping Center. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Fairfax-Circle-Plaza-Shopping-Center-Fairfax.d6249419.Attraction)

#### Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

If Inova Fair Oaks Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Fairfax. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Inova-Fair-Oaks-Hospital-Fairfax.d624555081588748288.Attraction)

#### National Firearms Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Firearms Museum during your trip to Fairfax. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Firearms-Museum-Fairfax.d6083577.Attraction)

#### Merrifield Center

If Merrifield Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Annandale. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Merrifield-Center-Annandale.d624550935877857280.Attraction)

#### Blenheim

You can learn about the history of Fairfax with a trip to Blenheim. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Blenheim-Fairfax.d553248621532662143.Attraction)

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## Day trip destinations from Fairfax

![Concord & Lexington Massachusetts USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8077/ab8241eb-0e3b-484c-88d0-d7a45305b1c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Falls Church

![Chantilly, France - December 2013: The chateau at Chantilly](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8638/8a4635fc-37fb-4de8-b687-777b12acac2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Chantilly

![The singing tower and a pond in Carillon Park, Luray, Virginia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9814/b500bde1-4d2d-40bd-92e7-d99705fb8798.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Springfield

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Fairfax worth visiting?

### How do I spend a day in Fairfax?

### What is the top tourist attraction in Fairfax?

### Is three days enough to stay in Fairfax?

### Is Fairfax a walkable city?

### What are some activities to do in Fairfax with kids?

> - [Washington DC Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/washington-dc-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a278055.activity-details)
> - [Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/arlington-national-cemetery-tour.a252395.activity-details)
> - [LEGO Discovery Centre Washington D.C Admission Ticket](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lego-discovery-centre-washington-d-c.a46568312.activity-details)
> - [Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/ghosts-of-georgetown-walking-tour.a1213579.activity-details)
> - [Self-guided Waterfall Hiking Tour through Great Falls National Park](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/self-guided-waterfall-hiking-tour-through-great-falls-national-park.a4483985.activity-details)

### What to do in Fairfax for adults?

### Are there free things to do in Fairfax?