Great Falls Park Tours and Activities

Great Falls Park; Shutterstock ID 318881138
Great Falls Park; Shutterstock ID 318881138
Great Falls National Park on Potomac River in Virginia USA
View of rapids in the Potomac River at sunset, at Great Falls Park, Virginia., Shutterstock ID 483240202, Purchase Order: -
At Great Falls, the Potomac River builds up speed and force as it falls over a series of steep, jagged rocks and flows through the narrow Mather Gorge. The Patowmack Canal offers a glimpse into the early history of this country. Great Falls Park has many opportunities to explore history and nature, all in a beautiful 800-acre park only 15 miles from the Nation's Capital.

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The Normandy Hotel

The Normandy Hotel

3 out of 5
Northwest
Price was CA $1,602, price is now CA $1,081 per person
CA $1,081
per person
May 18 - May 23
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Calgary (YYC) to Washington (DCA)
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Staff was awsome. Clean room. Breakfast was ok.

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

Kimpton Banneker Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Banneker Hotel by IHG

4.5 out of 5
Downtown Washington D.C.
Price was CA $2,789, price is now CA $1,924 per person
CA $1,924
per person
May 15 - May 18
found 3 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Toronto (YTO) to Washington (DCA)
8.8/10 Excellent! (637 reviews)
Friendly stuff, comfortable beds, robes and excellent restaurant.

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026

Eurostars Saint Gregory Dupont Circle Georgetown

Eurostars Saint Gregory Dupont Circle Georgetown

4 out of 5
Downtown Washington D.C.
Price was CA $2,267, price is now CA $1,580 per person
CA $1,580
per person
May 15 - May 18
found 3 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Toronto (YTO) to Washington (DCA)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
Large room great restaurant next door, attentive staff.

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026

Tours & day trips

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Self-guided Waterfall Hiking Tour through Great Falls National Park

Self-guided Waterfall Hiking Tour through Great Falls National Park

Activity duration is 3 hours
8.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $7 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Private Hands On Biscuit Baking Class outside Washington DC

Private Hands On Biscuit Baking Class outside Washington DC

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $135 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Candle Pouring Workshop at Paddywax Candle Bar Reston

Candle Pouring Workshop at Paddywax Candle Bar Reston

Activity duration is 1 hour
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $67 per adult
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Popular places to visit

Empty trail path during autumn Potomac river in Great Falls, Maryland with colorful foliage and fallen leaves on road by canal

Billy Goat Trail

Enjoy a trip to Billy Goat Trail and popular activities like hiking in Potomac. Stroll along the area's riverfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Billy Goat Trail
view of the potomac river.

Riverbend Park

You can take time to visit Riverbend Park during your travels to Great Falls. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's waterfalls.

Riverbend Park

Bear Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bear Island during your travels in Potomac. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Bear Island

Purple Horse Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Purple Horse Beach during your trip to Potomac? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Purple Horse Beach

Woodrock Playground Park

After visiting Woodrock Playground Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Potomac. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Woodrock Playground Park

Rockwood Special Park

After visiting Rockwood Special Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Potomac. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Rockwood Special Park

Best Lodging Options Near Great Falls Park

Great Falls Modern Escape: 10BR/5BA Luxury Retreat!

Great Falls Modern Escape: 10BR/5BA Luxury Retreat!

Great Falls VA
Great Falls Modern Escape: 10BR/5BA Luxury Retreat!
The Watermark Hotel

The Watermark Hotel

4 out of 5
1825 Capital One Dr McLean VA
The Watermark Hotel
Nice Quiet Family Home

Nice Quiet Family Home

Potomac MD
Nice Quiet Family Home
Quality Inn Vienna - Tysons Corner

Quality Inn Vienna - Tysons Corner

2.5 out of 5
1587 Spring Hill Rd Vienna VA
Quality Inn Vienna - Tysons Corner
Embassy Suites by Hilton Tysons Corner

Embassy Suites by Hilton Tysons Corner

3.5 out of 5
8517 Leesburg Pike Vienna VA
Embassy Suites by Hilton Tysons Corner
Tysons Corner Suites, A Baymont by Wyndham

Tysons Corner Suites, A Baymont by Wyndham

2.5 out of 5
8616 Westwood Center Dr Vienna VA
Tysons Corner Suites, A Baymont by Wyndham
Hilton McLean Tysons Corner

Hilton McLean Tysons Corner

4 out of 5
7920 Jones Branch Dr McLean VA
Hilton McLean Tysons Corner
The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner

The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner

5 out of 5
1700 Tysons Blvd McLean VA
The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner
Suburban Studios Tysons Corner

Suburban Studios Tysons Corner

2 out of 5
1587 Spring Hill Rd. Vienna VA
Suburban Studios Tysons Corner
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