What to do in Fairfax County, VA

Activities, attractions and tours

A river with a waterfall surrounded by rocky terrain and a forested landscape.
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.

Activities

Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Observation Deck Tickets

Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Tickets + Self Guidebook

AU$34
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Tickets + Self Guidebook
Discover Washington: A Self-Guided Tour

Discover Washington: A Self-Guided Tour

AU$5
per adult
Discover Washington: A Self-Guided Tour
The White House

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

AU$190
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Washington, D.C. Day Trip with Transportation from NYC
LEGO Discovery Center Washington, D.C.

LEGO Discovery Center Washington, D.C.

AU$39
per adult
LEGO Discovery Center Washington, D.C.
Discover Alexandria: Historic Homes, Churches, and Taverns!

Discover Alexandria: Historic Homes, Churches, and Taverns!

AU$42
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Discover Alexandria: Historic Homes, Churches, and Taverns!
Washington: Small-Group Major Landmarks by Night Tour

Washington DC Icons at Night: Small Group & Eco-Friendly Electric Cart Tour

AU$88
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Washington DC Icons at Night: Small Group & Eco-Friendly Electric Cart Tour
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Tysons Corner Center

9.2/10 (897 reviews)
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 rocky riverbank with large boulders and a calm river.

Falls Church

The United States Capitol building at sunset with a dramatic sky.

McLean

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

Woodbridge

A lake with a fountain, surrounded by trees and buildings.

Reston

A tree-lined street with a building displaying art classes and a stone wall.

Bethesda

A river with rapids flowing through a rocky landscape, surrounded by dense green foliage and hills in the background.

Travilah