Not only is this the home of our nation’s first president, one of the most impressive collections of air and spacecraft around, and the country’s only National Park dedicated to the performing arts, but these attractions also give you the opportunity to experience history in authentic, intimate ways. There's so much to see here that it can be tough to know where to start. That's why we've rounded up this list of must-see attractions on your next visit to Fairfax County.

3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy
Mount Vernon, VA

Discover the real George Washington at Mount Vernon! In addition to being America’s most visited historic home, the estate now includes 25 interactive galleries and theaters.

1775 Liberty Dr
Fort Belvoir, VA

The National Museum of the United States Army is the first comprehensive and truly national museum to capture, display and interpret the Army's history by telling stories through the eyes of Soldiers. Its displays and interactive-learning exhibits illustrate the Army’s role in building and defending our nation, as well as Army humanitarian missions and technological and medical breakthroughs built on Army ingenuity.

9518 Workhouse Wy
Lorton, VA

The Workhouse Arts Center is a massive adaptive reuse project which re-purposes the former Lorton Prison into a remarkable arts center providing 300 performances, 100 visual arts exhibitions in 12 gallery spaces, 800 classes in visual arts, performing arts, culinary, and Art of Movement, and supports the art and studios of 85 professional artists.

14390 Air and Space Museum Pkwy
Chantilly, VA

Located near the end of Washington Dulles International Runways, the Udvar-Hazy Center is a must-see destination in Fairfax County. The museum's massive exhibit spaces make it easy to social distance, while taking in some pretty amazing sites. The Boeing Aviation Hangar has nearly 200 aircraft on display, including an Air France Concorde, the last remaining World War I-era Sopwith Camel that was built by the Sopwith Company, the largest collections of Japanese and German World War II aircraft in the world, helicopters, commercial and private airplanes, and more.

9200 Old Dominion Dr
McLean, VA

With ethereal mountain gorge views, Great Falls spans 800 acres along the banks of the Potomac River. Walk the trails, take in amazing scenery at the overlook points, or have a picnic in their open grassy recreation areas.

1551 Trap Rd
Vienna, VA

Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts is a majestic natural setting for over 100 performances across all genres every summer. Home to the architecturally stunning Filene Center and the charmingly intimate Children’s Theatre-in-the-Woods, the 117-acre Park offers dining and hospitality amenities throughout the summer season, and year-round recreational opportunities, including hiking trails, picnic areas, and sledding.

Not only is this the home of our nation’s first president, one of the most impressive collections of air and spacecraft around, and the country’s only National Park dedicated to the performing arts, but these attractions also give you the opportunity to experience history in authentic, intimate ways. There's so much to see here that it can be tough to know where to start. That's why we've rounded up this list of must-see attractions on your next visit to Fairfax County.