Nice spot for a casual walk, and cool dog-friendly trails nearby…read more Visited here in the wintertime, there was less mud and walk was pleasant overall. Spent a good half an hour here. Highlights: - Tiny log cabin near the start, a reconstruction of cabins built by Confederate soldiers in Civil War era - Nearby Lake, which is pretty nice view - Wide open pasture with lot of grass in a clearing, calm and peaceful walk. There are various plaques with historical bits of the Civil War dotting the area. Cool and laid-back spot for walking your dog. Interesting views too. Check it out. Last visited: 1/7/23

Just another great hiking experience would recommendto anyone not particularly pet friendlyread more

It's bigger than you think. 18 miles for the car tour and a ton more hiking paths. It was also…read morehillier than I thought. Once you're there you'll understand how prominent Henry and Matthews's hills are. Well worth the visit.

The walk and drive through history is easy at this national park and it's well worth a visit. If…read moreyou go in the warmer months use insect repellent. I picked up a tick during my mid March visit when I walked all the unfinished rail line. This is a no-fee park so if you're looking for something interesting and free, this is it.

Located in Old Town Fairfax (hence the name), this is the site of summer concerts, events, and a…read morelarge splash pad. There are tables around the splash pad but also grass and a stone wall. Bathrooms are located in the parking area next door, which has free parking. We stayed for about two hours and my toddler loved it. Don't forget to stop by Woody's for ice cream after!

It's a relaxing area, although rush hour traffic is fun to watch. Here there's a nice water…read morefountain for kids to run through. Also it's next to Kitty Pozer Garden, and the historic old town hall. A spot to kick back a bit, although I wish there was an ice skating rink or something. Space is limited, but not as well done as the old town Manassas one is. On a plus note Woodys Ice Cream is across the street. The tables are fairly comfortable. This is a delightful venue for "Rock the Block," and other events. Also the streets in old town are quite pedestrian friendly. Do be wary, but by all means enjoy the best part of Fairfax City. Get that ice cream or other foods from so many close by restaurants. The fountains add a look of intrigue.

This place has improved beyond measure in the last 20 years. It used to be overgrown and you could…read morebarely see the house. They have done such a great job clearing that space especially on the Portner Avenue side even if the house isn't open, the grounds are worth a visit. The history of this house is fascinating.

House isn't open. A few interpretive plaques are scattered around the property. It is not worth a…read morevisit. I rate it a no stars if it were possible.

Great small museum, rich in local history! I visited the…read moreManassas Museum in downtown Manassas and thought it was a fantastic, bite-sized immersion into the area's past. The museum reopened in 2023 after major renovations, and it feels both fresh and inviting while still honoring its roots. Highlights: Free admission makes it an excellent stop for visitors or locals alike. The museum is compact a few rooms covering settlement, Native American history, railroad development, and the Civil War so you can fully explore in about 30 minutes.

I attended National Night Out!…read more What a great family event! So glad I was about to attend.

Smart little historic fort. It is an uphill walk to a berm or lookout, with wood cannons, flags and…read morelots of history signs to read through about the Civil War events that were battled during the ongoing fights for Manassas! Neat and short walk uphill: best in morning or evening! Rebel: 3

Mayfield Fort is one of the last remaining Civil War redoubts around Manassas,Va.It is now located…read morebetween an industrial park, and an apartment complex After extensive archeological digs, the fort was opened to the public in 2000.Allow 20 minutes minimum.

This was one of my favorite spots on our Virginia wine tour - huge, beautiful property with lots of…read morehistory and sprawling fields. The ones were delicious, particularly the Chardonnay and the sangria I would recommend if you're doing wines by the glass! It was very busy with several events going on the Saturday we went, but the vast amount of indoor and outdoor seating did not make it feel that way. I thought it was so cool that they had an adults only section of seating outside, with a different section for families with kids. Just subtracting one star because they didn't allow our dog to sit with us outside on the picnic tables

This was my 3rd stop on my wine tour for the day and I muse say they did NOT disappoint!!! The…read moreyoung lady was very knowledgeable about the wines that we tasted. When you walk up they have a family section and an adults only section. When you walked up to the entrance of the wine tasting it was a little confusing but we were able to get the tasting quickly. There was a live band going on and another outside section where you can purchase other drinks.

If you haven't been to Steven F Udvar-Hazy Center, aka the National Air & Space Museum right next…read moreto Dulles Airport, go!! It will NOT disappoint. First off...the museum offers free extra large storage lockers, large enough to fit a large rolling suitcase, so it's a super cool spot to check out before heading to the airport. And the displays! The Challenger Space Shuttle is always one of my favorites. You can't fully appreciate the size until you stand under and walk around it. Displays range from history of rockets to air balloons, early winged aircraft, military planes, commercial flight (there's a Concord on display), small aircraft and satellites. So much to take in!! The displays do change, so there's always something new to see when we've gone thru. All the docents are super friendly and engaging and they have several small interactive displays to help stoke the interest in air & space for the youngins as well!

Amazing! Incredible! These just scratch the surface of what you can experience at this museum…read more Having been to the National Air & Space Museum in the past, I remember when this extension opened near IAD. The big draw at the time, the Space Shuttle Columbia and a Skunkworks SR-71. Both highly impressive, more on that later. We arrived on a Monday just after it opened at 10am. It was like Romper Room with all the unruly kids blocking the entrance and cause a disturbance. Sadly the chaperones didn't seem to care. No entry fee to visit the center, there's even a free bus of you have an extended layover in IAD, but parking is $15. Still well worth the cost without the crowds in DC visiting the other museums. There are some great exhibitions! Lots of aircraft from a SPAD to a JSF. It was neat to see some private aviation aircraft along with lighter than air and aerobatics. The commercial side of aviation was a bit lacking. Yes, the Concorde is very impressive but neurons that and a Dash-80, annotation seemed to end about 1995. The space exhibitions were excellent. The Columbia was highly impressive to walk around and take in this has been to spaces numerous times and the first shuttle in space. Satellites, modern mission equipment, like Mars explorers AB's various heavy boosters. Was neat to see equipment from the early years of NASA, Mercury, Gemini and the legends who made history. The Vietnam and Korean displays were some of the best from MiGs to F-14s to the JSF. Really awesome to get up close and personal with these aircraft AB's pilots who flew them. The SR-71 is attire the display in the middle of the center with lots of information on its, little more than hour flight time from LAX to IAD. Just so much to see. But something you can do in a few hours, or all day off you want to read AB's experience all there is. Not as overwhelming as the Air & Space Museum but still highly impressive from young kids to aviation enthusiasts and everyone in between. Highly recommend this stop!

If you want to take a step back in time and visit a small Virginia town, then take a beautiful…read morecounty drive to Clifton. There are NO chain stores here. In fact, there are only 1-2 shops and several restaurants. The main draw are the historical markers along the railroad tracks that describe their history and importance and the quaint 1900's architecture. The first railroad station, now gone, was built around 1850. The railroad was important during the Civil War with many battles fought near this border town. The town remains unchanged since the 1930's. Colorful homes line the street each telling a story. Amenities are limited. There is some street parking and a small parking lot behind Buckley's store. Parking is free. The only restrooms are in the restaurants. All the restaurants are good. Gas up before you come.

This is a nice town in Virginia. Surrounded by both Fairfax and Prince William Counties, bring cash…read moreand credit cards. Nothing is cheap here. In many ways it's a lot like Middleburg. On a plus note I do like the trains a lot. Also the caboose exhibit is a nice aspect. Yet do take care, as the main road can be fairly congested. Old Town Alexandria or Fairfax, are more foot traffic friendly. Is it pretty? Yes. The old church and general stores are very attractive. Seeing the old Texaco sign is always pleasant. There are some expensive craft shops and restaurants. Petersons Ice Cream, is higher than most, but I do love them for a dessert treat. Parking can be a challenge, but overall small and quaint.