The Best Things To See & Do In Arlington, Virginia
Situated directly across from D.C., Arlington is a major city with a different vibe and aesthetic than the District. The Potomac River acts as the boundary between D.C. and Arlington, providing scenic waterfronts for both cities; here’s how to spend a day across the river.
1. 1. Arlington National Cemetery
Cemetery
2. The Pentagon
Building, Memorial
2. The Pentagon
Guided tours of the Pentagon can be reserved in advance. Explore the history within the walls of the eclectic five-sided building, with official military personnel guiding you the whole way through it. Make a stop at the Pentagon Memorial, a place that commemorates the lives lost in the 9/11 attack on the Pentagon.
The Pentagon, Washington, D.C., USA +1 703 697 1776
3. Theodore Roosevelt Island
Memorial
5. Gravelly Point Park
Park
6. Fashion Centre at Pentagon City
Shop
7. Trolley Pub
Bar, Pub
7. Trolley Pub
The Trolley Pub scoots you around Clarendon from bar to bar. Powered by pedaling, the Trolley Pub is a unique addition to your night on the town. But remember — you need to pedal to get home (there is a contracted driver to direct the trolley though, so get as drunk as you want without losing motor skills). The bigger your group, the more people to pedal!
Trolley Pub Arlington, 3101 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA, USA +1 703 951 3312
8. Air Force Memorial
Cemetery, Memorial
8. Air Force Memorial
Three steel spires reach 270 feet in the air to commemorate the Thunderbirds squadron, known for its impressive aerial maneuvers. The pillars mimic the aerial patterns, which are usually performed by four planes; the missing pillar represents the missing man formation, performed at Air Force funerals. Located at a high elevation, enjoy sweeping views of Arlington National Cemetery and the Potomac River.
Air Force Memorial, Air Force Memorial Dr, Arlington, VA, USA +1 703 979 0674
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