Things To DoThings To Do

Arlington National CemeteryArlington National Cemetery

Visit the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and witness the Changing of the Guard. It’s solemn, beautiful, and deeply moving. Also, take in John F. Kennedy’s eternal flame. The Cemetary is next to where the chapel is located.

Manassas National Battlefield ParkManassas National Battlefield Park

There are many historical battlefields all around the area that have hiking trails (over 40 miles of trails just for this one park), small visitor's centers, etc. If you want to brave the winter air and get outside, these are great ways to explore the outdoors with a side of history.

Old Town AlexandriaOld Town Alexandria

Always a fan favorite to walk, explore, and dine.

George Washington's Mount VernonGeorge Washington's Mount Vernon

Beautiful grounds and buildings to see from George Washington! Quaint restaurant and gift shops.

National Air and Space Museum Steven F. Udvar-Hazy CenterNational Air and Space Museum Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center

Great museum, not "in the city" so depending on your transportation preferences, may be easier to get to.

Smithsonian's National Air and Space MuseumSmithsonian's National Air and Space Museum

Smithsonian National Museum of Natural HistorySmithsonian National Museum of Natural History

National MallNational Mall

Bundle up and take a winter walk past the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and WWII Memorial.

Metro!Metro!

The Metro makes it easy to get into D.C. Download the WMATA (Metro) app to plan your trip and pay digitally. Uber/Lyft are abundant and relatively quick for short hops around the area (just keep in mind, if you are on base, you have to get off base to use one).