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15+ Fantastic Things to Do in Historic Occoquan Virginia

View of Occoquan Virginia from the Route 123 bridge.

Discover the best things to do in historic Occoquan Virginia including outdoor fun, local shopping and dining, historic walks, and more in this quaint town in Northern Virginia. Occoquan VA … Read more

2021 LuminoCity Festival: Colorful Holiday Lights in Northern Virginia

LuminoCity Festival in Northern Virginia 2021

Please see our latest Chinese lantern event review, new in 2022: DC Winter Lantern Festival Lights Up Northern Virginia The 2021 LuminoCity Festival in Northern Virginia is a walk-through experience … 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

New US Army Museum a Must-Visit in Northern Virginia

US Army Museum building

The impressive new US Army Museum is a must-visit destination in Northern Virginia packed with exhibits and artifacts that tell the Soldier’s experience over 245 years of Army history. The … Read more

Massanutten Resort Virginia Getaway: Fantastic Fun Things to Do

Massanutten Overlook view

Discover fun things to do at Massanutten Resort Virginia on a vacation getaway to the Shenandoah Valley. The resort offers a fantastic mix of adult and family-friendly activities, whether your … Read more

Lake Thoreau Loop Trail in Reston Virginia

The Lake Thoreau Loop Trail is a 2-mile paved path that circles one of Reston Virginia’s four lakes as it meanders along neighborhood paths. The trail offers some lovely lake … Read more

Beautiful Mason Neck State Park Outdoor Fun in Northern Virginia

Bay View Trail Fall Hike in Mason Neck State Park

Mason Neck State Park is a hidden gem in Northern Virginia where visitors can hike, paddle, bird watch, bike, and explore a beautiful bay and wetlands area. The park is … 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

25 Fun Unique Things to Do in Alexandria VA

Captains Row cobblestones in Alexandria Virginia

Explore more than 25 of the best things to do in Alexandria VA, perfect for a day trip, weekend getaway, or longer visit to Northern Virginia and the Washington DC … Read more

Stunning Trillium Trail Hike Perfect for Virginia Nature Lovers

Many colors on the Trillium Trail

See the largest stand of large-flowered trillium in Virginia (and maybe the world) on an easy Trillium Trail hike perfect for wildflower fans, nature lovers, and birders of every age. … Read more

Hike Cool Spring Battlefield to Beautiful Waterfall and Views

Cool Spring Northern Loop

Take a Cool Spring Battlefield hike or bike ride by the Shenandoah River to beautiful views, interesting history, and a pretty waterfall. This unusual preserve in Bluemont Virginia is a … Read more

Peaceful Seneca Park Hiking and History in Northern Virginia

Enjoy pretty fall views and interesting Potomac River history at Seneca Park in Northern Virginia.

Seneca Park combines lovely woods, pretty streams, interesting history, and a stretch along the Potomac River that is part of a designated National Scenic Trail. The park is popular with … 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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