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Family- and kid-friendly outdoor opportunities put roses in the cheeks and promote a good night's sleep for everyone. Check out our listings for amusement parks, playgrounds, gardens, boat and train rides, farms and farmer's markets, nature centers, zoos, ski slopes, and more.YMCA ArlingtonParent rating: ![]() Location: 3422 North 13th Street, Arlington, VA Y programs are extremely family-oriented. Kids and adults alike can play soccer or micro-soccer, take lessons in karate and jujitsu, and more. The outdoor pool is open from Memor... |
Arlington National CemeteryParent rating: ![]() Location: Ft Myer, VA More than four million people visit the Arlington National Cemetery annually, many coming to pay final respects at graveside services, of which nearly 100 are conducted each week, Monday throug...
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Pentagon Row Ice SkatingParent rating: ![]() Location: 1201 South Joyce Street, Arlington, VA Amidst the shops of Pentagon Row, a small outdoor ice skating is open during the winter months (through mid March). Skating lessons and party packages are available. Call the rink for d...
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Welburn SquareParent rating: ![]() Location: 9th and N. Stuart Streets, Arlington, VA Welburn Square is an outdoor civic space located across the street from the Ballston Metro stop. The Square plays host to several seasonal events, including the Ballston Farmers Market - open o...
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Just For KidsParent rating: ![]() Location: 2013 South Quincy Street, Arlington, VA Just for Kids is a sports and activity program for children designed to get children moving and active! The program helps combat childhood obesity in a fun, non-threatening, and non-competitive...
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Gravelly Point ParkParent rating: ![]() Location: Northbound George Washington Parkway, Arlington, VA Gravelly Point Park is just a strip of grass off the George Washington Parkway, but it's proximity to the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is a huge draw for some. Just 400 feet away i...
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Long Branch Nature CenterParent rating: ![]() Location: 625 S. Carlin Spring Road, Arlington, VA This family favorite features plenty of children's educational programming. Even if you just want to stop by, you can check out various exhibits, the Children's Discovery Room, live animal displays, i...
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Gulf Branch Nature CenterParent rating: ![]() Location: 3608 Military Road, Arlington, VA The Gulf Branch Nature Center is a family favorite, featuring plenty of children's educational programming. Even if you just want to stop by, you can check out various exhibits, the Children's ...
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Potomac Overlook Regional Park & Nature CenterParent rating: ![]() Location: 2845 N. Marcey Road, Arlington, VA On the Potomac Palisades in north Arlington, Potomac Overlook offers 70 acres of peaceful woodland. Potomac Overlook's Nature Center serves as the regional center for the Park Authority's year-...
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Arlington Cnty Dept of Parks, Rec, & Cultural ResParent rating: ![]() Location: 2100 Clarendon Boulevard, Suite 414, Arlington, VA The Arlington County Department of Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources (PRCR) operates parks, community and recreation centers, and fitness centers throughout the County. PRCR offers clas...
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US Marine Corps War Memorial / Iwo Jima MemorialParent rating: ![]() Location: George Washington Memorial Parkway, Ft Myer, VA The US Marine Corps War Memorial, commonly known as the Iwo Jima Memorial, depicts one of the most famous incidents of World War II, and is dedicated to all Marines who have given their lives i...
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The Netherlands CarillonParent rating: ![]() Location: George Washington Memorial Parkway, Ft Myer, VA The Netherlands Carillon expresses the gratitude of the Dutch people for American aid received during and after World War II and symbolizes the friendship between the people of the Netherlands ...
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Thomas Jefferson Community CenterParent rating: ![]() Location: 3501 2nd Street S., Arlington, VA Amenities at the Thomas Jefferson Community Center include a game room, art studios (pottery, photography, jewelry, and wood working), gymnasium, indoor track, accessible pre-school and school-...
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The Pentagon / Pentagon MemorialParent rating: ![]() Location: 1 Rotary Road, Arlington, VA The Pentagon is the headquarters of the United States Department of Defense and is also the world's largest low-rise office building. Guided tours of the Pentagon are free and are available to ...
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