Just across the Potomac River from Washington, DC, Arlington is brimming with history, culture, and indoor and outdoor activities. The city is walkable and easily accessible thanks to its convenient Metro across the region. There are also many out-of-the-box things to do, given all the county’s charming neighborhoods, beautiful parks, tasty restaurants, and breathtaking historical landmarks in the city and nearby. Whether you are a well-weathered local, visitor, or thinking about buying a house in Arlington, VA, here are 15 unique things to do in and around the Arlington area.
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Visit Quincy Park
Visit Arlington’s four-acre Quincy park is a sensory-rich environment for everyone. This park features six tennis courts, a basketball court, and a sand volleyball court. There is plenty of space to play, whether you’re looking to get your exercise in, take a nice stroll with your dog, or picnic at a reservable shelter.
“My family’s favorite thing to do is play on the fields at Quincy Park. We’ll throw a frisbee, hit tennis balls, and kick soccer balls. We love that we can bring a bag full of sports equipment to entertain the whole family,” says Steven Inge, Arlington resident and founder of Wedmatch.
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Walk across the Key Bridge
The Francis Scott Key Bridge, known as the Key Bridge to locals, spans over the Potomac River, connecting DC and Virginia. This beautiful arch bridge is a well-known landmark in the community and has hundreds of locals crossing daily. The bridge was coined as a National Historic Landmark in 1996. Both sides of the bridge allow pedestrians to also cross from areas in Georgetown and Rosslyn, with amazing views.
Fine art and portrait photographer, Jessica Monte, says she likes to “go out for an early run across the Key Bridge, down to the Georgetown Waterfront Park. Along the way, I can take in views of the Potomac River, Georgetown University, the Kennedy Center, and the Washington Monument.
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Explore Theodore Roosevelt…