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Fun Things to do at George Washington’s Mount Vernon Virginia Estate

George Washington's Mount Vernon is open daily including Christmas Day

Here is a complete guide to fun things to do at George Washington’s beloved estate in Mount Vernon Virginia, plus tips for making the most of your visit. Extensive grounds, … Read more

Cirque du Soleil Tysons Returns With Luzia

Cirque du Soleil LUZIA in Tysons Virginia tents

Cirque du Soleil Luzia returns to the Tysons Big Top from September 6 to October 19, 2025. Read on for our Luzia review from the show’s previous appearance in Tysons … Read more

bartaco Restaurants in Northern Virginia: Upscale Tacos and Casual Vibe

sampling menu bartaco Mosaic District

bartaco restaurants offer upscale street tacos, rice bowls, and Mexican flavors, with a casual, beach house-inspired vibe at two locations in Fairfax County, Northern Virginia. The newest bartaco location in the … Read more

Big Devils Stairs Hike to a View in Shenandoah National Park Virginia

View from Big Devil Stairs hike Shenandoah Virginia

The Big Devils Stairs hike is a moderate 5.5-mile out and back trip to a beautiful viewpoint at the edge of a gorge, in the North District of Shenandoah National … Read more

Fun Things to Do in Lynchburg Virginia: Advice from a Local

Riverside Park Lynchburg Virginia

Lynchburg Virginia is a riverside city steeped in history but with a modern vibe, bustling with education, the arts, and unique local businesses. Focus on American history and you’ll learn … Read more

Hiking and Eagles on the Mason Neck Peninsula in Northern Virginia

Bay View Trail boardwalk Mason Neck SP

With 9,000 acres of national, state and regional parkland, the Mason Neck peninsula in Fairfax County, Northern Virginia is an overachiever of exploring fun. One of our FuninFairfaxVa Facebook friends described … Read more

Be Washington at George Washingtons Mount Vernon in Historic Virginia

Be Washington experience at Mount Vernon

The Be Washington interactive exhibit at George Washington’s Mount Vernon is a fun and fascinating way to dive into United States history. Participants tackle real challenges that Washington faced during … Read more

8 Great Things to Do in Vienna Virginia

A downtown mural celebrates small town railroad history, one of the best things to do in Vienna Virginia

Our favorite things to do in Vienna Virginia combine small town fun with nature, music, craft beer, local dining, and interesting history. The town is less than 20 miles from … Read more

Board and Brush Gettysburg: Fun and Creative Wood Sign Making

Board and Brush Gettysburg PA

Board and Brush Gettysburg combines creativity and fun with guided, do-it-yourself sign making  workshops that are perfect for an outing with friends or a unique date night experience. You choose … Read more

10 Fun Things to Do in Shenandoah County Virginia

Exploring fun things to do in Shenandoah County Virginia

Our 10 fun things to do in Shenandoah County Virginia mix hiking, quaint towns, country flavors, local wine and brews, and American history against a backdrop of scenic beauty. Many … Read more

5 Fun Things to Do on a Hampshire County Getaway to West Virginia

Potomac Eagle Scenic Train Romney WV

Take a Hampshire County getaway to unique outings, beautiful nature, and a chance to disconnect and relax in West Virginia’s Potomac Highlands region. Hampshire County is just a two-hour drive … Read more

Dogfish Inn Escape: Hip Lodging at the Southern Delaware Beaches

Dogfish Inn sign

Plan a Dogfish Inn escape to the quaint town of Lewes for a Southern Delaware Beaches stay that combines outdoor fun and a hip, retro vibe. Beer lovers are drawn to … Read more

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Julie McCool is a travel writer and the creator of Fun in Fairfax VA a Northern Virginia travel blog.

Join me, Julie McCool, and explore the best of Northern Virginia parks, hikes, historic sites, restaurants, breweries, wineries, seasonal events, and more. I'm a Northern Virginia local, so you get first-hand tips and accurate information.

My Virginia travel guides are a resource for residents and visitors alike. Go beyond the standard tourist spots and discover fun things to do in Virginia, the Washington DC region, and beyond.

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