REGIONS OF VIRGINIA Just south of the day-to-day buzz of our nation’s capital, NORTHERN VIRGINIA exudes its own historical charm and cherished character. Immersed in the region’s rich history, travelers can uncover a string of nationally recognized restaurants, unique historic sites, vibrant cities and scenic countrysides dotted with wineries and craft breweries. From the bustling streets of Old Town Alexandria to the rolling hills and vineyards found throughout Loudoun County and the plethora of historic marvels in Arlington, Fairfax County, Prince William County and Manassas, travel in this region encompasses everything travelers would want in a Virginia vacation. IN NORTHERN VIRGINIA. VIRGINIA. NORTHERN IN PLACE" NEIGHBORHOOD "CASUAL THIS AS SUCH RESTAURANTS, LOCAL NUMEROUS AT MEALS ALEXANDRIA IN RESTAURANT GROUND STOMPING HIKE-IN CAMPING, NATURE VISIT THE UDVAR-HAZY CENTER TRAIN FOR A RACE on the paved NORTHERN PROGRAMS and bridle trails are just of in Chantilly, a companion facility to Washington & Old Dominion Trail, named few of the attractions of Sky Meadows the Museum on the National Mall in for the old railbed it follows. The 45-mile State Park, located in Delaplane on a Washington, D.C., featuring hangars trail passes through charming villages historic farm that encompasses life from displaying thousands of aviation and and city centers. Finish up in trendy the colonial era through the Civil War. space artifacts, the Airbus IMAX Theater, Shirlington for a choice of eateries and VIRGINIA the Donald D. Engen Observation Tower, shopping. SPEND TIME AT THE TORPEDO the Mary Baker Engen Restoration FACTORY ART CENTER in Alexandria, Hangar and the reading room’s archive INCREASE YOUR CRAFT BEER IQ on the where a former ammunition factory has collections, too. Historic Hops Beer Trail and the Beltway been transformed into studios, galleries, Beer Trail. With new and established a museum of local archeology and more. STEEP YOURSELF IN COLONIAL breweries on their respective itineraries, ENJOY EVERY LAST BITE OF DELECTABLE DELECTABLE OF BITE LAST EVERY ENJOY HISTORY and walk to these historic sites you’re guaranteed the full spectrum of DINE AT GADSBY’S TAVERN in Fredericksburg: Kenmore Plantation, craft beer experiences. RESTAURANT in Alexandria and receive Mary Washington House, Rising Sun a discount at the Tavern Museum, where Tavern and Mercer’s Apothecary. Most are PAN FOR GOLD at Lake Anna State Park Washington, Lafayette and Jefferson once associated with George Washington and in Spotsylvania. Tour the Goodwin Gold socialized. Venture through the 18th- his family, including Ferry Farm, located Mine, where gold was discovered in century tavern and hotel where famous across the Rappahannock. For Civil War 1829 and rent a cabin. Don't forget your historical figures spent their time, and buffs, visit Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania walking shoes and fishing gear! learn more about the architecture, social National Battlefield Park, which encompasses four battlefields from the customs, food and clothing during this BOOK A CRUISE with the Potomac peak of the war. important time in American history. Riverboat Company to see the sights and monuments from the water with a VISIT THE POPE-LEIGHY HOUSE, an GET YOUR CAMERA and head to Great narrated tour, or use the water taxi for architectural gem designed by Frank Falls National Park in McLean, just 15 shopping or dining. Lloyd Wright. You’ll learn about its design miles from D.C., where the Potomac River innovations and the architect’s interest in spectacularly rushes through narrow small, affordable homes. Mather Gorge. See the falls from three overlooks, hike the trails, watch for a variety of birds and waterfowl or get your WITNESS THE CHANGING OF THE climbing gear and hit some challenging GUARD at the Tomb of the Unknown rock faces. Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery. Visit the grave of John F. Kennedy and learn about other notable people buried GET HORSEY IN MIDDLEBURG, the there. Horse & Hunt Capital of Virginia. Plan a Christmas visit and see the Hunt & Hounds Review. Shop downtown Middleburg and enjoy 18th-century architecture. BOOK A WINE TOUR in Loudoun County or download the LoCo Wine Pass app for free tastings and discounts at 22 vineyards and wineries. Your completed passport could win free prizes, too! If you like brews more than vino, the LoCo Ale Trail encompasses more than 30 craft breweries to quench your thirst. Tomb of the Unknown Soldier—Arlington Udvar-Hazy Center—Chantilly (FACING PAGE) STOMPING GROUND RESTAURANT (ALEXANDRIA): SARAH HAUSER / TOMB OF THE UKNOWN SOLDIER (ARLINGTON): CAMERON DAVIDSON / UDVAR-HAZY MUSEUM (CHANTILLY): ALI ZAMAN MUSEUM (CHANTILLY): / UDVAR-HAZY (ALEXANDRIA): SARAH HAUSER / TOMB OF THE UKNOWN SOLDIER (ARLINGTON): CAMERON DAVIDSON STOMPING GROUND RESTAURANT PAGE) (FACING 84 VIRGINIA.ORG 85 REGIONS OF VIRGINIA Just south of the day-to-day buzz of our nation’s capital, NORTHERN VIRGINIA exudes its own historical charm and cherished character. Immersed in the region’s rich history, travelers can uncover a string of nationally recognized restaurants, unique historic sites, vibrant cities and scenic countrysides dotted with wineries and craft breweries. From the bustling streets of Old Town Alexandria to the rolling hills and vineyards found throughout Loudoun County and the plethora of historic marvels in Arlington, Fairfax County, Prince William County and Manassas, travel in this region encompasses everything travelers would want in a Virginia vacation. IN NORTHERN VIRGINIA. VIRGINIA. NORTHERN IN PLACE" NEIGHBORHOOD "CASUAL THIS AS SUCH RESTAURANTS, LOCAL NUMEROUS AT MEALS ALEXANDRIA IN RESTAURANT GROUND STOMPING HIKE-IN CAMPING, NATURE VISIT THE UDVAR-HAZY CENTER TRAIN FOR A RACE on the paved NORTHERN PROGRAMS and bridle trails are just of in Chantilly, a companion facility to Washington & Old Dominion Trail, named few of the attractions of Sky Meadows the Museum on the National Mall in for the old railbed it follows. The 45-mile State Park, located in Delaplane on a Washington, D.C., featuring hangars trail passes through charming villages historic farm that encompasses life from displaying thousands of aviation and and city centers. Finish up in trendy the colonial era through the Civil War. space artifacts, the Airbus IMAX Theater, Shirlington for a choice of eateries and VIRGINIA the Donald D. Engen Observation Tower, shopping. SPEND TIME AT THE TORPEDO the Mary Baker Engen Restoration FACTORY ART CENTER in Alexandria, Hangar and the reading room’s archive INCREASE YOUR CRAFT BEER IQ on the where a former ammunition factory has collections, too. Historic Hops Beer Trail and the Beltway been transformed into studios, galleries, Beer Trail. With new and established a museum of local archeology and more. STEEP YOURSELF IN COLONIAL breweries on their respective itineraries, ENJOY EVERY LAST BITE OF DELECTABLE DELECTABLE OF BITE LAST EVERY ENJOY HISTORY and walk to these historic sites you’re guaranteed the full spectrum of DINE AT GADSBY’S TAVERN in Fredericksburg: Kenmore Plantation, craft beer experiences. RESTAURANT in Alexandria and receive Mary Washington House, Rising Sun a discount at the Tavern Museum, where Tavern and Mercer’s Apothecary. Most are PAN FOR GOLD at Lake Anna State Park Washington, Lafayette and Jefferson once associated with George Washington and in Spotsylvania. Tour the Goodwin Gold socialized. Venture through the 18th- his family, including Ferry Farm, located Mine, where gold was discovered in century tavern and hotel where famous across the Rappahannock. For Civil War 1829 and rent a cabin. Don't forget your historical figures spent their time, and buffs, visit Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania walking shoes and fishing gear! learn more about the architecture, social National Battlefield Park, which encompasses four battlefields from the customs, food and clothing during this BOOK A CRUISE with the Potomac peak of the war. important time in American history. Riverboat Company to see the sights and monuments from the water with a VISIT THE POPE-LEIGHY HOUSE, an GET YOUR CAMERA and head to Great narrated tour, or use the water taxi for architectural gem designed by Frank Falls National Park in McLean, just 15 shopping or dining. Lloyd Wright. You’ll learn about its design miles from D.C., where the Potomac River innovations and the architect’s interest in spectacularly rushes through narrow small, affordable homes. Mather Gorge. See the falls from three overlooks, hike the trails, watch for a variety of birds and waterfowl or get your WITNESS THE CHANGING OF THE climbing gear and hit some challenging GUARD at the Tomb of the Unknown rock faces. Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery. Visit the grave of John F. Kennedy and learn about other notable people buried GET HORSEY IN MIDDLEBURG, the there. Horse & Hunt Capital of Virginia. Plan a Christmas visit and see the Hunt & Hounds Review. Shop downtown Middleburg and enjoy 18th-century architecture. BOOK A WINE TOUR in Loudoun County or download the LoCo Wine Pass app for free tastings and discounts at 22 vineyards and wineries. Your completed passport could win free prizes, too! If you like brews more than vino, the LoCo Ale Trail encompasses more than 30 craft breweries to quench your thirst. Tomb of the Unknown Soldier—Arlington Udvar-Hazy Center—Chantilly (FACING PAGE) STOMPING GROUND RESTAURANT (ALEXANDRIA): SARAH HAUSER / TOMB OF THE UKNOWN SOLDIER (ARLINGTON): CAMERON DAVIDSON / UDVAR-HAZY MUSEUM (CHANTILLY): ALI ZAMAN MUSEUM (CHANTILLY): / UDVAR-HAZY
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