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Mother’s Day Outings and Mom-Friendly Fun in Northern VA

Flowers, gazebo, and pond at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens in Vienna Virginia

These fun Mother’s Day outings in Northern Virginia are a fantastic alternative to a traditional Mother’s Day brunch. We created a list of great Mom-friendly activities. For each activity, we … Read more

Visit the New Unique National Botanic Garden in Virginia

Curved Stairs lead to Hobbit Town at The National Botanic Garden in Virginia

Visit The National Botanic Garden in Virginia where unusual plant collections combine with fantastical sculptures to create a unique new destination near Washington DC. The sprawling garden is one of … Read more

15+ Gorgeous Gardens In Virginia and Washington DC

Lakeside Cherry Trees at Meadowlark Botanical Garden in Virginia

These gorgeous gardens in Virginia and Washington DC make excellent day trips for nature-loving visitors and locals. Our list includes demonstration sites, botanical gardens, and unique historic gardens throughout Virginia … Read more

Green Spring Gardens: An Oasis of Beauty and History

Pond at Green Spring Gardens

Green Spring Gardens packs a lot into its 31 acres—demonstration gardens, a horticulture center and library, ponds, and a network of paved and natural paths. Designated a National Historic Site, the … Read more

Where to See Cherry Blossoms in Virginia, DC, and Maryland

Pink Blooms at the Tidal Basin and Jefferson Memorial one of the Best Places to See Cherry Blossoms in Washington DC, photo by Charles McCool of McCoolTravel

This complete guide to where to see cherry blossoms in Virginia, DC, and Maryland includes popular and hidden locations plus tips on when and how to see the blooms. We’ve … Read more

Visit Meadowlark Botanical Gardens for Year-round Beauty in Northern VA

Flowers, gazebo, and pond at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens in Vienna Virginia

Meadowlark Botanical Gardens offers 95 acres of stunning beauty, paved and natural paths, beautiful cherry blossoms and seasonal plantings, and a unique Korean Bell Garden. The garden is located just … Read more

Visit Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden in Richmond Virginia

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden tulips and Conservatory, Richmond Virginia

What better way to celebrate nature’s beauty than with a relaxing stroll through the paths and Conservatory of the beautiful Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden in Richmond, Virginia. In spring you’ll find an … Read more

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.

Our 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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