Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Fairfax April 2026 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in Fairfax](https://expedia.ca/Fairfax-Hotels.d8062.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Fairfax](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Fairfax.d8062.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Fairfax Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Fairfax.d8062.Car-Rental-Guide)[Fairfax Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Fairfax.d8062.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Fairfax, VA ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Fairfax Types of activities [Fairfax travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Fairfax.dx8062) ![Fairfax](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8062/5ed1042f-1931-4240-be9b-d49fcb7a49ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Fairfax](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8062/73c99703-83b3-4941-aad5-7b52b7024017.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Fairfax](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8062/980a680b-16d6-4777-b0ba-3f771eab7845.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Fairfax](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8062/638e6afc-6df0-4290-8447-a2c2c79fef1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Fairfax](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8062/c70edb77-ebc8-4aba-9dfa-4dc265dfdc74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Fairfax Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Fairfax 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 Fairfax 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 Fairfax 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. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Fairfax Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Fairfax. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Fairfax attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Fairfax ### Tours & day trips [See all 70 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Washington DC Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/278055/7a895018-df6d-40f9-9a34-24d8a62629c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Washington DC Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour 1d+ 7.8/10 660 verified reviews Free cancellation available ~~CA $75~~CA $67 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/washington-dc-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a278055.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ![Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/252395/e8b33ebf-73cd-425d-88c0-f080cb40a11c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour 1d 9.4/10 133 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $30 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/arlington-national-cemetery-tour.a252395.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ![Self-guided Waterfall Hiking Tour through Great Falls National Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4483985/5c7bea7a-e2e7-4dae-a3fc-c6e951e8a690.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Self-guided Waterfall Hiking Tour through Great Falls National Park 3h 8/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $7 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/self-guided-waterfall-hiking-tour-through-great-falls-national-park.a4483985.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ![Party Yacht Cruise along Potomac River](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48655900/4dae6612-6e96-4db8-9bb5-ca188d2f1bf9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Party Yacht Cruise along Potomac River 2h 9/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $104 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/2-hour-party-yacht-cruise-in-potomac-river.a48655900.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ![Georgetown Foodie Culinary Tour & Area Walk](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1227381/0be11b4c-9d49-435a-bf78-cced0d6afb5c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Georgetown Foodie Culinary Tour & Area Walk 3h 9.6/10 82 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $110 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/georgetown-foodie-tour-and-area-walk.a1227381.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ![Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1213579/879300fb-904b-4c6b-9985-d743dcfc326e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour 1h 30m 9.6/10 268 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $54 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/ghosts-of-georgetown-walking-tour.a1213579.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ![Narrated Sightseeing Cruise on Potomac River](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51590279/8c6a15d3-cc6e-4143-8f2a-0ce92dd3b0ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Narrated Sightseeing Cruise on Potomac River 1h Free cancellation available CA $35 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/narrated-sightseeing-cruise-on-potomac-river.a51590279.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ![Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour & Changing of the Guards](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1212901/e68ee17e-8c52-4a26-b471-8c6e7ae3c980.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour & Changing of the Guards 2h 30m 9.8/10 1,337 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $96 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/arlington-national-cemetery-walking-tour-changing-of-the-guards.a1212901.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ![Arlington Cemetery: Changing of Guard & John F. Kennedy Gravesite](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45021984/0cc6de50-61f2-45a2-bc02-1da7f1f00501.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Arlington Cemetery: Changing of Guard & John F. Kennedy Gravesite 2h 10m 9.2/10 5 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $90 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/1-5-hour-arlington-cemetery-guided-walking-tour-with-tomb-of-the-unknown-soldier.a45021984.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ![Niagara Falls(US) 2-Day Tour from Washington D.C.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5175647/4757c850-ee1e-4048-81c1-35198af17c31.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Niagara Falls(US) 2-Day Tour from Washington D.C. 2d 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available CA $773 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/niagara-fallsus-2-day-tour-from-washington-d-c.a5175647.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 23 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Waterfalls Adventure, A Hidden Gem In Nature](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49315338/7fc726d5-fa75-4748-b95e-a7461ea619fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Waterfalls Adventure, A Hidden Gem In Nature 4h 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available CA $90 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/waterfalls-adventure-a-hidden-gem-in-nature.a49315338.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ![Transport To/From Air and Space Museum, Udvar Hazy Centre](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49969020/3b255795-4911-4d79-88fc-cb21b84e795c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Transport To/From Air and Space Museum, Udvar Hazy Centre 4h Free cancellation available CA $763 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/smithsonian-air-and-space-museum-udvar-hazy-centre-tour.a49969020.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ![Historical Tour of Northern Virginia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50884346/6358d47d-1acc-4993-8ac6-ca41f392abeb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Historical Tour of Northern Virginia 4h Free cancellation available CA $69 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/historical-tour-of-northern-virginia.a50884346.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ![Washington D.C Street Food Tour With A Local Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49071222/e0b4fc73-dfbf-47cd-bc43-57d39f819fd2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Washington D.C Street Food Tour With A Local Guide 3h Free cancellation available CA $132 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/washington-d-c-street-food-tour-with-a-local-guide.a49071222.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ![Veteran-Led Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46747672/02ff32f2-3354-4545-b11d-ca2157d1028a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Veteran-Led Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour 3h 10/10 59 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $75 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/veteran-led-arlington-national-cemetery-walking-tour.a46747672.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ![Georgetown's Famous Ghosts Smartphone Guided Haunted Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50248958/e88f0882-c7ed-4851-a531-8c4055aaa7b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Georgetown's Famous Ghosts Smartphone Guided Haunted Walking Tour 1h 30m Free cancellation available CA $14 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/georgetowns-famous-ghosts-smartphone-guided-haunted-walking-tour.a50248958.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ![Private Guided Tour of Washington DC](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51667765/70423ab5-11e9-4531-9482-5923d3260209.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Guided Tour of Washington DC 3h Free cancellation available CA $486 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-guided-tour-of-washington-dc.a51667765.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ![Private Arlington Cemetery Tour for up to 10 Guests](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47259051/6c9cb275-73c4-4cb8-82cc-2721ce89aa6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Arlington Cemetery Tour for up to 10 Guests 4h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available CA $1,006 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-arlington-cemetery-tour-explore-with-a-local-expert.a47259051.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ![4 Hours Private Chauffeured DC Sight Seeing Tour / SUV & Saloon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1242072/d53ac515-596b-48ac-b3af-adbf9011859f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 4 Hours Private Chauffeured DC Sight Seeing Tour / SUV & Saloon 4h 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $762 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/4-hours-private-chauffeured-dc-sight-seeing-tour-4x4-saloon.a1242072.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ![3- Hour Private Customisable Washington, DC Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4448598/cf3e13e5-9bfa-4c51-8df4-33aeee1a6558.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 3- Hour Private Customisable Washington, DC Tour 3h 10/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $624 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/3-hour-private-customisable-washington-dc-tour.a4448598.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 8 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![Washington, DC: Potomac River Yacht Cruise with Open Bar](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52012231/c5e6d094-f115-4d17-a04a-4bcd9372fc7f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Washington, DC: Potomac River Yacht Cruise with Open Bar 2h 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available CA $93 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/washington-dc-potomac-river-yacht-cruise-with-open-bar.a52012231.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ![Candle Pouring Workshop at Paddywax Candle Bar Reston](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50936492/c7d4317e-2141-4476-8e69-b32f1c18b8e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Candle Pouring Workshop at Paddywax Candle Bar Reston 1h Free cancellation available CA $68 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/candle-pouring-workshop-at-paddywax-candle-bar-reston.a50936492.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ![Private Hands On Biscuit Baking Class outside Washington DC](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50887502/330d259d-110a-4959-87e7-00b55ae71298.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Hands On Biscuit Baking Class outside Washington DC 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $137 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-hands-on-biscuit-baking-class-outside-washington-dc.a50887502.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ![Mosaic Lamp Workshop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49322848/ec10e8ee-1457-4da2-b111-fbad75fc40d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Mosaic Lamp Workshop 2h 30m 10/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $167 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/mosaic-lamp-workshop.a49322848.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ![Rug Tufting Workshop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52140325/cb6566d4-981f-42ec-9e0a-7e87c5db214a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rug Tufting Workshop 3h Free cancellation available CA $180 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rug-tufting-workshop.a52140325.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ![Sushi Masterclass in Washington D.C. (Includes 4-Course Meal)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49990197/bdaaf5cf-b056-4629-a50e-861e935f6aab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sushi Masterclass in Washington D.C. (Includes 4-Course Meal) 3h Free cancellation available CA $173 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sushi-masterclass-in-washington-d-c-includes-4-course-meal.a49990197.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ![DIY Candle Making Class at a Trendy Local Spot in Washington D.C.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52384262/b1f71721-6343-4270-86b9-ab25ae2f247d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### DIY Candle Making Class at a Trendy Local Spot in Washington D.C. 2h Free cancellation available ~~CA $77~~CA $61 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/diy-candle-making-class-at-a-trendy-local-spot-in-washington-d-c.a52384262.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ![Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop in Chantilly](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50844784/731dc294-d06e-4427-8575-0a87334af0d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop in Chantilly 2h 30m CA $137 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/turkish-mosaic-lamp-workshop-in-chantilly.a50844784.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ### Attractions [See all 5 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&filter.categories=Attractions) ![LEGO Discovery Centre Washington D.C Admission Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46568312/59cfdb5d-c021-4785-b488-bfe6a3dc1c7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### LEGO Discovery Centre Washington D.C Admission Ticket 3h 9.8/10 6 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $42 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/lego-discovery-centre-washington-d-c.a46568312.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ![Georgetown, Washington DC: Escape Room Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47895221/ca2b3472-3225-4e0e-b2bf-a035a83f8449.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Georgetown, Washington DC: Escape Room Adventure 45m+ Free cancellation available CA $53 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/georgetown-washington-dc-escape-room-adventure.a47895221.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ![The Escape Game DC: 60-Minute Adventure in Georgetown](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4809142/a9af68d1-3fc5-4c45-9fba-9ed28566f66e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Escape Game DC: 60-Minute Adventure in Georgetown 1h 15m 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $53 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-escape-game-dc-epic-adventures.a4809142.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ![The Escape Game at Tysons Corner](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51663933/52df0e5f-73e7-48b6-9972-49418212f5a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Escape Game at Tysons Corner 1h 15m Free cancellation available CA $60 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-escape-game-at-tysons-corner.a51663933.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ![1-Hour Walk In Axe Throwing Experience Alexandria (797649 - Active](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47559829/c8366554-83a6-46f7-9e75-af02516bbc0e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 1-Hour Walk In Axe Throwing Experience Alexandria (797649 - Active 1h Free cancellation available CA $54 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/30-minute-walk-in-axe-throwing-experience-alexandria-797649-active.a47559829.activity-details?&rid=8062&location=Fairfax&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Fairfax | Number of things to do | 88 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Self-guided Waterfall Hiking Tour through Great Falls National Park](/things-to-do/self-guided-waterfall-hiking-tour-through-great-falls-national-park.a4483985.activity-details): CA $7 | | Top 5 things to do | [Washington DC Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour](/things-to-do/washington-dc-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a278055.activity-details)[Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour](/things-to-do/arlington-national-cemetery-tour.a252395.activity-details)[Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour](/things-to-do/ghosts-of-georgetown-walking-tour.a1213579.activity-details)[LEGO Discovery Centre Washington D.C Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/lego-discovery-centre-washington-d-c.a46568312.activity-details)[DIY Candle Making Class at a Trendy Local Spot in Washington D.C.](/things-to-do/diy-candle-making-class-at-a-trendy-local-spot-in-washington-d-c.a52384262.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour](/things-to-do/ghosts-of-georgetown-walking-tour.a1213579.activity-details)[LEGO Discovery Centre Washington D.C Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/lego-discovery-centre-washington-d-c.a46568312.activity-details)[DIY Candle Making Class at a Trendy Local Spot in Washington D.C.](/things-to-do/diy-candle-making-class-at-a-trendy-local-spot-in-washington-d-c.a52384262.activity-details)[The Escape Game at Tysons Corner](/things-to-do/the-escape-game-at-tysons-corner.a51663933.activity-details)[Original Small-Group Arlington Cemetery & Changing of Guards](/things-to-do/washington-dc-guided-arlington-national-cemetery-tour.a48303459.activity-details) | | With kids | [Washington DC Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour](/things-to-do/washington-dc-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a278055.activity-details)[Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour](/things-to-do/arlington-national-cemetery-tour.a252395.activity-details)[Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour](/things-to-do/ghosts-of-georgetown-walking-tour.a1213579.activity-details)[LEGO Discovery Centre Washington D.C Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/lego-discovery-centre-washington-d-c.a46568312.activity-details)[City Cruises DC: Water Taxi One Day Pass](/things-to-do/wharf-water-taxi-to-alexandria.a722013.activity-details) | ## What to do in Fairfax --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Fairfax ![Ox Hill Battlefield Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8638/b465b570-c208-4ec6-bf93-bde3f8612640.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ox Hill Battlefield Park You can take time to visit Ox Hill Battlefield Park during your travels to Fairfax. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Ox-Hill-Battlefield-Park-Fairfax.d6283755.Vacation-Attraction) #### George Mason University 3/5(1 review) Walk around the campus at George Mason University as part of your travels around Fairfax. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/George-Mason-University-Fairfax.d503283.Vacation-Attraction) #### Fair Oaks Mall 3/5(1 review) During your visit to Fairfax, you can enjoy retail therapy at Fair Oaks Mall. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Fair-Oaks-Mall-Fairfax.d6184855.Vacation-Attraction) #### EagleBank Arena Catch an event at EagleBank Arena during your trip to Fairfax. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Eagle-Bank-Arena-Fairfax.d6083581.Vacation-Attraction) #### Fairfax Circle Plaza Shopping Center During your trip to Fairfax, you can enjoy retail therapy at Fairfax Circle Plaza Shopping Center. Discover the area's acclaimed theater scene and notable monuments. [](https://expedia.ca/Fairfax-Circle-Plaza-Shopping-Center-Fairfax.d6249419.Vacation-Attraction) #### Inova Fair Oaks Hospital Though Inova Fair Oaks Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Fairfax while you are here. [](https://expedia.ca/Inova-Fair-Oaks-Hospital-Fairfax.d624555081588748288.Vacation-Attraction) #### National Firearms Museum You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Firearms Museum during your travels in Fairfax. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/National-Firearms-Museum-Fairfax.d6083577.Vacation-Attraction) #### Blenheim You can learn about the history of Fairfax with a visit to Blenheim. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Blenheim-Fairfax.d553248621532662143.Vacation-Attraction) #### Merrifield Center Though Merrifield Center might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Annandale while you are here. [](https://expedia.ca/Merrifield-Center-Annandale.d624550935877857280.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Fairfax ![Beautiful view of a golf course in Clifton, Virginia, United States](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6250964/49934fb3-36c3-4677-93b2-07ddfb277763.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Clifton ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Fairfax worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Fairfax? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Fairfax? ### Is three days enough to stay in Fairfax? ### Is Fairfax a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Fairfax with kids? > - [Washington DC Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/washington-dc-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a278055.activity-details) > - [Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/arlington-national-cemetery-tour.a252395.activity-details) > - [Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/ghosts-of-georgetown-walking-tour.a1213579.activity-details) > - [LEGO Discovery Centre Washington D.C Admission Ticket](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/lego-discovery-centre-washington-d-c.a46568312.activity-details) > - [City Cruises DC: Water Taxi One Day Pass](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wharf-water-taxi-to-alexandria.a722013.activity-details) ### What to do in Fairfax for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Fairfax? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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