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10 Terrific Things to Do in Herndon Virginia

Downtown Historic District in Herndon Virginia

Ten terrific things to do in Herndon Virginia include pretty trails, a fun farm park, tasty local restaurants, craft breweries, unique shops, art, and interesting history. While the town of … Read more

Beautiful Loudoun County Unpaved Roads Near Leesburg Virginia

Tractor mailbox on Downey Mill Rd, unpaved roads near Leesburg Virginia

Take a scenic drive on the unpaved roads of Loudoun County to enjoy beautiful views, wonderful Virginia wineries, bucolic farms, and quaint small towns. Loudoun County unpaved roads cover nearly … Read more

15 Fantastic Things to Do at Lake Anne Reston

Boating Shopping Dining and People-watching at Lake Anne Reston Virginia

Visit Lake Anne in Reston to enjoy local restaurants and shops, fun common spaces, pretty lake views, and a historically unique Northern Virginia neighborhood. The eclectic mix of local businesses … Read more

Fun and Unique Things to Do in Charlottesville Virginia

The Downtown Pedestrian Mall, one of the top things to do in Charlottesville VA, on a Charlottesville Getaway or day trip near Washington DC

The best things to do in Charlottesville VA make the most of the small city’s unique history, natural beauty, and great food and drink scene. Since Cville is just a … Read more

10 Awesome Urban Plazas and Green Spaces in Northern Virginia

The Boro Tysons picnic area

Here are 10 awesome urban plazas and green spaces in Northern Virginia where you can picnic, relax, and play. From waterfront parks to town centers, these urban plazas are convenient … Read more

18 Fantastic Local Breweries and Restaurants in Winchester VA

Old Town Winchester pedestrian mall

These fantastic local breweries and restaurants in Winchester Virginia offer everything from a casual morning bagel to an elegant date night dinner. Plus, visit tasty cideries, wineries, and farm markets … Read more

5 Fantastic Things to Do in Historic Waterford Virginia

Entering Waterford Virginia

Here are 5 fun things to do in Waterford Virginia, a beautifully preserved historic town that is also home to great breweries, wineries, and a pretty nature hike. Waterford was … Read more

Norfolk Getaway: Fantastic Things to Do in Norfolk VA

Seeing murals in the NEON District is just one of the fun and unique things to do in Norfolk VA.

Plan a fun getaway with our guide to fantastic things to do in Norfolk VA, a cool city with interesting neighborhoods, dining, drink, art, and more. This unique city makes … Read more

15 Fantastic Fun Things to Do in Bluemont Virginia

Summer view from Adirondack chairs at Dirt Farm in Northern VA

Fantastic and fun things to do in Bluemont Virginia include great hiking, family and romantic settings, and craft breweries and wineries with awesome views. Bluemont is just an hour from … Read more

Raven Rocks Hike: Appalachian Trail to Beautiful Virginia Views

Virginia views from Raven Rocks photo credit Katherine McCool

The Raven Rocks hike follows a rocky stretch of the Appalachian Trail, climbing and descending three times before reaching an overlook with beautiful Virginia views of the Shenandoah Valley and mountains. … Read more

Beautiful Hunt Country Scenic Drive in Northern Virginia

Horses in Middleburg VA

Take a Hunt Country scenic drive in Northern Virginia to explore beautiful farms, quaint towns, vineyards, orchards, parks, and winding roads. Our route through southern Loudoun and northern Fauquier Counties … Read more

6 Great Virginia Hike and Beer Day Trips Near DC

Fall hikes foliage view from Bears Den Overlook, photo by Scott Tury

These 6 hike and beer day trips combine a little exercise in the great outdoors with the relaxing payoff of a cold Virginia craft brew. Hike and beer day trips celebrate great weather and Virginia’s thriving … 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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