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What to do in Arlington
Popular places to visit
White House
Explore the home and workplace of the president of the United States. See entertainment areas and state rooms and learn about the history of this famous building.
National Mall
Washington’s famous strip is teeming with American history in each and every monument and museum that you’ll see.
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's great live music and shops.
Union Station Shopping Center
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Union Station Shopping Center, a popular shopping spot in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
University of Maryland, College Park
Explore the campus of University of Maryland, College Park, a top university in College Park. Experience the area's fascinating museums and great live music.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's entertainment choices and notable monuments.
Arlington National Cemetery
A beautiful and vast space, America's most famous military cemetery is a fitting tribute to the nation’s fallen heroes.
United States Capitol
Sitting on top of Capitol Hill is a Washington landmark that’s been the home of American democracy for more than 200 years.
George Washington University
Explore the campus of George Washington University, a top university in Washington. Discover the area's entertainment choices and notable monuments.
Areas of Arlington
Crystal City
Visitors to Crystal City love its popular shops, and you can check out Synetic Theater and Bowlero Arlington. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Crystal City Station.
Pentagon City
If you're spending time in Pentagon City, you might enjoy attractions like Fashion Center at Pentagon City and Pentagon Row. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Pentagon City Station to see more of the city.
Rosslyn
The ample dining options and prominent monuments are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. 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.
Ballston
Travellers choose Ballston for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Ballston Station or Virginia Square Station and check out top sights like Ballston Quarter.
Aurora Highlands
While you're in Aurora Highlands, take in top sights like Fashion Center at Pentagon City and jump on the metro at Pentagon City Station to see more of the city.
Radnor - Fort Myer Heights
If you're spending some time in Radnor - Fort Myer Heights, Canadian Cross of Sacrifice and Dark Star Park are top sights worth seeing.
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