What to do in Arlington, VA

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Arlington Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Arlington has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, 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 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.

Activities and Tours

Arlington is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore 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 Arlington to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Arlington Attractions

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Crystal City

4.5/5(44 area reviews)

If you're looking to experience the neighborhood, Crystal City is well-known for its popular shops. Explore top sights in the area like Synetic Theater and get around town on the metro at Crystal City Station.

Crystal City
United States Marine Corps War Memorial showing military items

Rosslyn

4.5/5(30 area reviews)

The ample dining options and prominent monuments are just a few popular features of the neighborhood. Make a stop by Freedom Park or Dark Star Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Rosslyn Station to get around town.

Rosslyn
A piece of steel from the World Trade Center. Given to the first responders to the Pentagon, Arlington Fire Department.  Never Forget 9/11/2001

Pentagon City

5/5(2 area reviews)

Visitors often come to Pentagon City for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Fashion Center at Pentagon City and Pentagon Row. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Pentagon City Station.

Pentagon City
They don't use salt in their food, but it s still usually pretty good. It's inexpensive for the city and everything here from the pie and shakes are old fashion. It's a lovely place to eat when in or around DC and Arlington area.
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Addison Heights

Check out the museums, shopping, and restaurants while spending some time in Addison Heights. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighborhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Arlington National Cemetery or Fashion Center at Pentagon City.

Addison Heights
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Ballston

4.5/5(9 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like Ballston Quarter while getting to know Ballston, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Ballston Station or Virginia Square Station to see more of the area.

Ballston
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Clarendon

Travelers choose Clarendon for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Clarendon Metrorail Station or Courthouse Station and check out top sights like Arlington City Hall.

Clarendon

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