Arlington, VA

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Arlington National Cemetery showing a memorial, a park and landscape views
Arlington showing landscape views and a cemetery
Theodore Roosevelt National Park showing landscape views and a city
Theodore Roosevelt Island Park showing a garden
Arlington National Cemetery which includes a memorial and a cemetery

Where to stay in Arlington

This great eatery does the best brunch! A smokehouse doing brunch!?!? Yes! What better way to dip that toe into smoked meat heaven than breakfast on a Sunday. Fresh sauteed veggies smoked, pork, eggs, hollandaise and potatoes. Your mouth and stomach will thank you! #trovember!

Crystal City

4.5/5(2,089 area reviews)

Discover an urban neighborhood with an underground city, high-rise apartments, and numerous shops and restaurants. Easily accessible via the Washington Metro and Virginia Railway Express, it's within walking distance to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

Crystal City
A piece of steel from the World Trade Center. Given to the first responders to the Pentagon, Arlington Fire Department. Never Forget 9/11/2001

Pentagon City

4.5/5(76 area reviews)

Visitors often come to Pentagon City for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Fashion Center at Pentagon City and Pentagon Row. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Pentagon City Station.

Pentagon City
Arlington featuring military items

Rosslyn

4/5(812 area reviews)

Heavily urbanized with numerous skyscrapers, this Northern Virginia area houses the Art Institute of Washington and offers views of Washington landmarks from Freedom Park. Enjoy easy access to transportation hubs, including the Rosslyn Metro station.

Rosslyn
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Ballston

4.5/5(302 area reviews)

Major transportation hub with a mix of high-rise apartments, bars, and restaurants, Ballston offers the MedStar Capitals Iceplex for skating enthusiasts and Ballston Quarter for shopping and entertainment. Easily accessible via the Washington Metro.

Ballston
See where the Internet was created! This relatively nondescript building in Rosslyn is where a team in the Department of Defense built the foundation of the Internet from 1970-1975. This plaque was only recently constructed in 2008.

Radnor - Fort Myer Heights

4/5(35 area reviews)

While visiting Radnor - Fort Myer Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Canadian Cross of Sacrifice and Dark Star Park.

Radnor - Fort Myer Heights
This great eatery does the best brunch! A smokehouse doing brunch!?!? Yes! What better way to dip that toe into smoked meat heaven than breakfast on a Sunday. Fresh sauteed veggies smoked, pork, eggs, hollandaise and potatoes. Your mouth and stomach will thank you! #trovember!

Aurora Highlands

5/5(1 area review)

While you're in Aurora Highlands, take in top sights like Fashion Center at Pentagon City and jump on the metro at Pentagon City Station to see more of the city.

Aurora Highlands
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
3.5 out of 5
900 S Orme St, Arlington, VA
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Arlington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
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Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Holiday Inn Arlington at Ballston by IHG
Holiday Inn Arlington at Ballston by IHG
3 out of 5
4610 Fairfax Dr, Arlington, VA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Arlington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
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Holiday Inn Arlington at Ballston by IHG
Courtyard by Marriott Arlington Crystal City/Reagan National
Courtyard by Marriott Arlington Crystal City/Reagan National
3.5 out of 5
2899 Richmond Highway, Arlington, VA
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Arlington. Enjoy a free airport shuttle, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
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Placemakr Marymount Ballston
Placemakr Marymount Ballston
4 out of 5
1008 N Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Arlington. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Placemakr Marymount Ballston
Work + Rest in DC Apartments
Work + Rest in DC Apartments
3.5 out of 5
401 12th St S, Arlington, VA
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Arlington. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Arlington National Cemetery ...
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Bright Comfort in DC Apts
Bright Comfort in DC Apts
4 out of 5
2111 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
Stay at this 4-star golf apartment in Arlington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Arlington National Cemetery ...
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Popular places to visit

White House which includes a city, an administrative buidling and heritage architecture

White House

4/5(5,961 reviews)

Find out about the history of White House, one of the top monuments in Washington. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.

White House
National Mall which includes heritage architecture, an administrative buidling and a city

National Mall

4.5/5(4,017 reviews)

National Mall is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's fascinating museums and entertainment choices.

National Mall
National Air and Space Museum

Smithsonian Institution

5/5(128 reviews)

Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.

Smithsonian Institution
University of Maryland, College Park

University of Maryland, College Park

4/5(1,180 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Maryland, College Park, a top university in College Park. Experience the area's fascinating museums and lively festivals.

University of Maryland, College Park
National Museum of African American History and Culture

National Museum of African American History and Culture

5/5(82 reviews)

National Museum of African American History and Culture is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.

National Museum of African American History and Culture
Capital One Arena

Capital One Arena

4.5/5(2,511 reviews)

Capital One Arena is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.

Capital One Arena

Things to do

Capitol Building in Washington DC

One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York

$107
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
DC Monuments with River Cruise, Cherry Blossoms, Entry Tickets

DC Monuments with River Cruise, Cherry Blossoms, Entry Tickets

$93
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
DC Monuments with River Cruise, Cherry Blossoms, Entry Tickets
Cruise boat with Capitol Building in the background in Washington DC

Spirit of Washington D.C. Signature Lunch Cruise

$90
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Spirit of Washington D.C. Signature Lunch Cruise
US Capitol & Library of Congress Guided Tour with Capitol Hill

US Capitol & Library of Congress Guided Tour with Capitol Hill

$74
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
US Capitol & Library of Congress Guided Tour with Capitol Hill
DC Cherry Blossom Tour with Optional Guided Entry into US Capitol

DC Cherry Blossom Tour with Optional Guided Entry into 3 museums

$62
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
DC Cherry Blossom Tour with Optional Guided Entry into 3 museums
Exterior of the African American Museum in Washington D.C.

African American Heritage Tour of Washington DC/Free tickets NMAAC

$80
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
African American Heritage Tour of Washington DC/Free tickets NMAAC
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Reviews of Arlington

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

People were friendly and the hotel staff itself was a friendly as could be under the circumstances. They were trying.....

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We loved Arlington! Definitely coming back!

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

Staff needs to be more professional

5/5 - Excellent

Moine

Only draw back is, you have to pay for parking which was l believe $15 a night. We parked in the street nonetheless for free.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Location was amazing!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Arlington is a nice city that has easy metro, vehicle, and (in some places) walking access to D.C. It also has plenty of its own amenities for those who prefer to stay on the Virginia side of the Potomac River.

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