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2014 Visitors Guide
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Welcome to our Rosslyn, Virginia Hotel, at the Gateway to DC
ROSSLYN AT KEY BRIDGE
1900 N Fort Myer Drive Arlington,VA 22209 1-703-807-2000 • 1-800-368-3408 Fax 1-703-522-8864 www.hirosslyn.com Enjoy Free Parking!
Overlooking Washington, DC, our Arlington, VA hotel is conveniently located near the Rosslyn Metro station and historic Georgetown, offering easy access to all the excitement of the nation’s capital. Proximity to the Rosslyn Metro station, I-66 and local airports makes the Holiday Inn Rosslyn at Key Bridge an ideal location from which to explore DC’s best local attractions including the National Mall, Capitol Hill and Georgetown as well as corporate headquarters for Boeing, Northrop Grumman, ESI and more.
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Th id re to ce tr ou
2799 Jefferson Davis Highway Arlington, VA 22202 (Tel) 703-418-1234 (Fax) 703-418-1233 www.crystalcity.hyatt.com The Hyatt Regency Crystal City at Reagan National Airport. For the business or leisure traveler, we’re an ideally-located hotel near Washington DC, close to key historical and U.S. Government facilities. No matter the reason for your visit, we hope to make your stay a pleasant one. Take advantage of our Hyatt E-Concierge service to help arrange dinner reservations or to book a special tour. Enjoy the amenities of our state-of-the-art business center. Utilize our complimentary airport shuttle or take metro to explore the shops, cafés and restaurants of trendy Georgetown. For a memorable dining experience, check out the Cinnabar. Don’t delay – plan your visit to our Reagan National Airport hotel today. stayarlington.com
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Table of Contents
The Potomic River and Arlington’s Rosslyn neighborhood (David Hills)
Welcome to Arlington,Virginia!..............06
Shopping..................................................................25
Visitor Information & Services................08
Arlington Arts & Culture.............................28
Getting Around...................................................10
Arlington Accommodations......................30
Metro Map.............................................................12
Arlington Attractions.....................................34
Area Map................................................................14
ashington, D.C., W Area Attractions................................................36
Arlington’s Urban Villages............................16 Restaurants & Nightlife.................................18
istoric Churches H and Religious Buildings..................................41
Tours..........................................................................24
Calendar of Events...........................................42
Cover Credits: Arlington National Cemetery photo by David Hills • Dining photo from The Liberty Tavern Marine Corps Marathon photo by Combat Visual Information Center Twelfth Night by Koko Lanham, Courtesy of Synetic Theater, 2014 Published For: Arlington Convention and Visitors Service 1100 N. Glebe Rd., Ste. 1500 (703) 228-0808 • www. stayarlington.com
Published By: VistaGraphics, Inc. 1264 Perimeter Parkway, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23454 (757) 422-8979 • www.VisitorsGuideNetwork.com
Copyright © 2014 – The 2014 Arlington Visitors Guide has been published by VistaGraphics and the Arlington Convention and Visitors Service and is based on information provided to us. Every effort has been made to insure the accuracy of this information, but all information is subject to change. Reproduction of any material or advertisement appearing within this publication is strictly prohibited without the express written consent of the publisher and/or the Arlington Convention and Visitors Service. Inclusion in the 2014 Arlington Visitors Guide does not represent an endorsement by the Arlington Convention and Visitors Service. Arlington Convention and Visitors Service is in no way liable for errors or omissions or for damages that might result from reliance on this information. All photography used is with permission. For Advertising Information (757) 422-8979, ext 156 4
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Stay, shop, dine and play in Arlington, Virgin ia - at the heart of the nation’s capital. With more than 40 hotels in vibrant, Metro-centered urban villages, Arlington’s home to historic treasures, world-class shopping, diverse dining and cutting-edge arts. For information and reservations, visit www.stayarlington.com or call (800) 677-6267.
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Welcome
EXPERIENCE ARLINGTON Stay Whether your ideal stay includes the lap of luxury or value-friendly convenience, look no further than Arlington. We have 44 hotels – all conveniently located near excellent dining, shopping, transportation and more.
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier (David Hills)
National History. Local Flavor. Welcome to Arlington! Whether you’re visiting for business or pleasure, or perhaps a little bit of both, we’re thrilled to show you all Arlington and the National Capital Region have to offer. Located just across the Potomac from Washington, D.C., Arlington is home to great hotels, amazing dining and nightlife, dazzling arts and culture and plenty of shopping. Plus, you get to enjoy some pretty spectacular views of the nation’s capital, all while having easy access to its National Mall and museums. Whether you enjoy history or unique culinary experiences, outdoor adventure or arts, Arlington offers the perfect blend of them all. Home to American icons like Arlington National Cemetery, the Marine Corps War Memorial (Iwo Jima), the Air Force Memorial and the National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial, it’s the ideal location to honor and remember our nation’s past. At the same time, you’ll discover everything from Tony-Award® winning theatre to exciting night spots. Home to the Washington Capitals, you’re also within easy reach of other major sports events, including the Washington Nationals, the Redskins, the Wizards, and more. We look forward to helping you discover all that is Arlington! 6
Shop Looking for gourmet gifts? One-of-a-kind items? Top designers? You’ll find them all in Arlington’s urban villages. Dine From global cuisine to cozy burger joints and white-tablecloth dining to friendly neighborhood pubs, the culinary scene in Arlington is simply unparalleled. Find anything your taste buds crave within a few short blocks – or learn how to make some of your own gourmet treats! Play Browse art exhibits, discover a new angle to history, indulge in a little retail therapy, enjoy an outdoor hike or take a cooking class. These are just a few of the options available in Arlington. We guarantee there’s never a shortage of things to do.
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Welcome SEASONAL HIGHS AND LOWS Month
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Located in Arlington, VA, the Air Force Memorial honors the service and sacrifice of America’s Airmen. The Memorial is the scene for more than 200 activities—ceremonies, Honor Flight and student tours, wreath-layings, other special events and The United States Air Force Band concerts throughout the year. Please go to our Memorial website
www.airforcememorial.org for a list of happenings and directions.
Crystal City at Washington reagan national airport
The Hilton Crystal City Hotel at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is located within minutes of downtown Washington D.C., Historic Alexandria, Georgetown, the Pentagon, National Monuments, Government Agencies and Museums. Complimentary hotel airport shuttle service is provided to and from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), the Crystal City Metro station, nearby shopping, restaurants and businesses.
2399 Jefferson Davis Highway, Arlington, Virginia 22202 Tel: (703) 418-6800 • Fax: (703) 418-3763 Reservations: (800) HILTONS • Sales: (703) 414-0563 • Fax: (703) 418-3762 www.crystalcitynationalairport.hilton.com
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Visitor Information & Services
Arlington visitor materials – print & online – for your ideal trip
Visitor Information & Services Can we assist you in finding the perfect Arlington experiences? We’re here to help! You’ve already completed step 1 by picking up this handy Visitors Guide. Grab an accompanying Arlington Official Map from your hotel concierge or front desk to help you get a good overview of Arlington and Washington, D.C. attractions, along with great shopping and dining recommendations. For easy tips that are no more than a touchpad away, check out our Mobile Website by visiting stayarlington.com on your smartphone. You’ll get turn-by-turn walking and driving directions, itinerary ideas, and nearby hotspots. If you need any additional information, just give us a call! Our Toll-Free Visitor Line at (800) 677-6267 is open anytime during regular business hours, and 24/7 assistance is a click away at www.stayarlington.com. 8
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WHERE PEOPLE AND ART COLLIDE W W W. A R T I S P H E R E . C O M
Artisphere connects artists and audiences through an eclectic mix of fresh, thought-provoking arts programming—from contemporary visual art, live music and theatre to new media, film and dance. 1101 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA 22209 Free parking evenings + weekends / Rosslyn Metro: Two Blocks stayarlington.com
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Getting Around
Court House, one of 11 Metro Stations in Arlington’s urban villages (David Hills)
Getting Around Airports Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) Arlington, VA (703) 417-8000 • www.mwaa.com/reagan Metrorail runs to Reagan Airport, a stop on the Blue and Yellow Lines. Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) Chantilly, VA (703) 572-2700 • www.mwaa.com/Dulles Washington Flyer offers service between Dulles and the West Falls Church Metro Station on the Orange Line. For schedules see www.washfly.com. For information on bus services, visit www.wmata.com. Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) Linthicum, MD (800) 435-9294 • www.bwiairport.com Amtrak and Maryland Rail Commuter (MARC) trains run between Washington’s Union Station and the BWI Rail Station. Amtrak trains run 24 hours a day. Call (800) 872-7245 for information. MARC Penn Line trains run from Union Station to BWI Monday through Friday. No weekend or holiday service is available. Contact (800) 325-7245 for details. Arlington is renowned for having an exceptionally user-friendly transportation system and encourages all who live, work or commute through the community to use mass transit, car- and van-pools, bicycles, walking, telecommuting and other alternatives to driving alone. >>continues on page 12
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Getting Around
Transportation via Metro Many attractions in and around D.C. can be reached by using Metro, the area’s easy and efficient subway system. Metrorail Hours of Operation Opens Mon.-Fri. at 5 a.m.; Sat.-Sun. at 7 a.m. Closes Sun.-Thur. at midnight; Fri.-Sat. at 3 a.m. For more information, visit www.metroopensdoors.com
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Local Cab Companies Serving Arlington and the Washington, D.C., region: Arlington Yellow Cab (703) 522-2222 Blue Top Cab (703) 243-TAXI (8294) Crown Cab Company (703) 528-0202 enviroCAB (703) 920-3333 Friendly Cab (703) 892-4144 Hess Cab (703) 841-1555 Red Top Cab of Arlington (703) 522-3333
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Getting Around Bicycling in Arlington Arlington has more than 100 miles of multi-use trails, on-street bike lanes and designated bike routes, many of which pass through beautiful natural areas of Arlington’s park system and connect to regional bike trails. For more information on how easy it is to bike around Arlington,visit www.bikearlington.com. Capital Bikeshare Arlington participates in the Capital Bikeshare Program, which puts over 2,500 bicycles at your fingertips. Choose a bike from over 300 stations across Washington, D.C., Arlington and Alexandria, VA and Montgomery County, MD and return it to any station near your destination. Check out a bike for a trip to the Metro, to sightsee, shop or dine out. For more information visit www.capitalbikeshare.com. Big Wheel Bikes 3119 Lee Hwy Arlington, VA (703) 522-1110 www.bigwheelbikes.com
Bike the Sites The Old Post Office Pavilion 1100 Pennsylvania Ave, NW, Washington, DC (202) 842-2453 • www.bikethesites.com Additional Transportation & Trip Planning Resources The Commuter Page www.commuterpage.com is a great resource for navigating the public transit system, and the Metro RideGuide at www.wmata.com will help you plan your Metrobus and Metrorail trips. Parking Arlington has a tremendous amount of parking, including over 53,000 on-street spaces county-wide and 100,000 off-street garage parking spaces just in the Rosslyn-Ballston corridor. For more information on parking, visit www.arlingtonva.us. Virginia Rail Express A Commuter train rail system, VRE operates Monday through Friday to/from Manassas and Fredericksburg. For information, call (800) RIDE-VRE; (703) 684-0400 or visit www.vre.org.
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12 Crystal Gateway Marriott 13 Days Inn Arlington 14 Days Inn Pentagon Cherry Blossom 15 DoubleTree Hotel by Hilton 16 Econo Lodge Metro 17 Embassy Suites Crystal City 18 Hampton Inn & Suites Reagan National Airport 19 Highlander Motor Inn 20 Hilton Arlington 21 Hilton Crystal City Washington Reagan National Airport 22 Hilton Garden Inn Arlington Courthouse Plaza
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23 Hilton Garden Inn Arlington Shirlington 24 Holiday Inn Arlington at Ballston 25 Holiday Inn National Airport 26 Holiday Inn Rosslyn at Key Bridge 27 Hyatt Arlington 28 Hyatt Regency Crystal City 29 The Inn of Rosslyn 30 Inns of Virginia – Arlington 31 Key Bridge Marriott 32 Le Méridien Arlington 33 Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport
34 Renaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel 35 Residence Inn Arlington Ballston 36 Residence Inn Arlington Capital View Hotel 37 Residence Inn Arlington Courthouse 38 Residence Inn Arlington Pentagon City 39 Residence Inn Arlington Rosslyn 40 The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City 41 Sheraton Pentagon City 42 Virginian Suites 43 The Westin Arlington Gateway 44 The Westin Crystal City
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Arlington’s Urban Villages
View toward Washington, D.C., from Arlington’s Ballston neighborhood (David Hills)
Arlington’s Urban Villages Big city amenities. Small town hospitality. That’s Arlington – a special blend of urban excitement and neighborhood atmosphere. Our urban villages each have their very own unique personality, along with excellent dining, shopping and attractions. What’s more – you can explore them quickly by just hopping on the Metro! Ballston: A City within a City Ballston features more than 70 restaurants in a five-block radius, from destination restaurants to great pubs and a multitude of tasty selections for midday meals. It has been designated the most walkable neighborhood in Arlington. Recreation in Ballston includes the Arlington Arts Center, Regal Cinema and Kettler Capitals Iceplex where you can watch the Capitals practice or get out on the ice during open skate! Clarendon: Arlington’s Original Urban Village Whether you’re looking for live music, a delicious meal, a romantic evening, or unique stores, you can find it all right here. Clarendon is always humming with activity, whether it’s shoppers browsing at Market Common, revelers exploring Clarendon’s dining and entertainment venues, families enjoying a weekend brunch on the patio, Clarendon has something for everyone. 16
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Arlington’s Urban Villages
Courthouse: Civic Duty, Community Fun Courthouse may have been named for the Arlington County government and judicial offices there, but this urban village is much more. Courthouse boasts plenty of restaurants and bars, a movie theater, and several hotels. Plus, each Saturday, it’s home to the Arlington Farmers Market and Arlington Urban Village Market, where you’ll mingle with locals as you browse wonderful local foods and a variety of crafts.
Crystal City: Bright Lights, Green City Crystal City is more than Arlington’s largest downtown; it is also a dynamic entertainment destination. Featuring three celebrity chefs in a row, award-winning Synetic Theater, outdoor movie nights, wine tastings, bike races and regular 5k runs, there is always something fun going on. It is also one of the most easily accessible areas - just across the river from Washington, D.C., and walking distance from Reagan National Airport.
Pentagon City: American Treasures Home to the National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial, which honors the 184 people who died there, as well as the Air Force Memorial, which commemorates the service and sacrifices of the men and women of the United States Air Force, Pentagon City honors our past. But that’s not all. It’s also the location of the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Museum and Visitors Center. And, if a little retail therapy is on your agenda, you’re in luck. The Fashion Centre at Pentagon City, Pentagon Row and Pentagon Centre offer plenty of shopping opportunities for all styles.
Rosslyn: Arts, History and Monumental Views Located just across Key Bridge from Georgetown and offering spectacular views of the D.C. skyline, Rosslyn is an ideal home base for exploring the Capital Region. Take some time to explore this trendy urban community surrounded
by natural beauty and historic landmarks. Visitors should not miss Rosslyn’s iconic Marine Corps War Memorial (Iwo Jima), the nearby Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington House – The Robert E. Lee Memorial, and the Theodore Roosevelt Island National Memorial. Rosslyn also proudly welcomes visitors to Artisphere, a unique arts center that hosts concerts, art exhibits, films, dance performances, and more.
Shirlington: An Arts & Entertainment Center Think of an arts-filled, pedestrian-friendly promenade, and that’s the urban village of Shirlington. Home to the Tony Award®-winning Signature Theatre and an eclectic movie theater, the Village of Shirlington’s outdoor dining, sleek boutiques and welcoming atmosphere provide a wonderful way to spend an afternoon. Shirlington offers an incredible selection of cuisine, with more than 20 restaurants featuring Mediterranean, Japanese, Thai, Indian, Mexican, Italian, Irish, American and more.
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Restaurants & Nightlife
Authentic Irish fare & fun at Samuel Beckett’s in Shirlington (David Hills)
Arlington’s
Restaurants & Nightlife Whether you’re in the mood for a candlelight dinner for two, searching for a special cup of Joe, or want to find a place to dance the night away, Arlington’s restaurant and nightlife scene has it covered. More than 200 restaurants offer an incredible array of cuisine and atmosphere. Find a new favorite among the dining and nightlife scene in Arlington! Ballston Big Buns Gourmet Grill 4401 Wilson Blvd (703) 276-3032 www.eatbigbuns.com American Carpool 4000 Fairfax Dr (703) 532-7665 www.gocarpool.com American Grand Cru 4401 Wilson Blvd (703) 243-7900 www.grandcru-wine.com Continental
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Il Forno 900 N Glebe Rd (703) 807-2050 www.myilforno.com Italian Kapnos Taverna by Mike Isabella 4000 Wilson Blvd Opening Soon Matsutake Sushi & Steak 4121 Wilson Blvd (703) 351-8787 Japanese
Mussel Bar and Grille by Robert Wiedmaier 800 N Glebe Rd (703) 841-2337 www.musselbar.com Seafood P.F. Chang’s China Bistro 901 N Glebe Rd (703) 527-0955 www.pfchangs.com Chinese Pinzimini of the Westin Arlington Gateway Hotel 801 N Glebe Rd (703) 537-4200 www.pinzimini.com Italian
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Restaurants & Nightlife Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery 4238 Wilson Blvd Suite 1256 (703) 516-7688 www.rockbottom.com American Rocklands Barbeque & Grilling Co. 3471 Washington Blvd (703) 528-9663 www.rocklands.com American
Willow Restaurant 4301 Fairfax Dr (703) 465-8800 www.willowva.com Continental World of Beer 901 N Glebe Rd (703) 962-6982 www.wobusa.com Bar
Rustico 4075 Wilson Blvd (571) 384-1820 www.rusticorestaurant.com American
Clarendon Boulevard Woodgrill 2901 Wilson Blvd (703) 875-9663 www.boulevardwoodgrill.com American
Tara Temple 4001 Fairfax Dr (703) 908-4999 www.taratemple.com Thai
Cava Mezze Clarendon 2940 Clarendon Blvd (703) 276-9090 www.cavamezze.com Greek
The Front Page 4201 Wilson Blvd (703) 248-9990 www.frontpagearlington.com Bar
Circa at Clarendon 3010 Clarendon Blvd (703) 522-3010 www.circaatclarendon.com American
The Green Turtle 900 N Glebe Rd (703) 741-0901 www.thegreeneturtle.com American
Faccia Luna 2909 Wilson Blvd (703) 276-3099 www.faccialuna.com Italian Fuego Cocina y Tequileria 2800 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201 (571) 970-2180 www.fuegova.com/fuego Mexican Hard Times Cafe 3028 Wilson Blvd (703) 528-2233 www.hardtimes.com American Java Shack 2507 N Franklin Rd (703) 527-9556 www.javashack.com Coffee La Tasca 2900 Wilson Blvd (703) 812-9120 www.latascausa.com Spanish
Clarendon Ballroom 3185 Wilson Blvd (703) 469-2244 www.clarendonballroom.com American
Lyon Hall 3100 N Washington Blvd (703) 741-7636 www.lyonhallarlington.com French
Clarendon Grill 1101 N Highland St (703) 524-7455 www.cgrill.com American
Mexicali Blues 2933 Wilson Blvd (703) 812-9352 www.mexicali-blues.com Mexican
Uncle Julio’s Rio Grande Café 4301 Fairfax Dr (703) 528-3131 Mexican
Delhi Club 1135 N Highland St (703) 527-5666 www.delhiclub.com Indian
Nam Viet Restaurant 1127 N Hudson St (703) 522-7110 www.namviet1.com Vietnamese
Vapiano 4401 Wilson Blvd (703) 528-3113 www.vapiano.us Italian
Eventide Restaurant 3165 Wilson Blvd (703) 276-3165 www.eventiderestaurant.com Continental
The Melting Pot Restaurant 1110 N Glebe Rd (703) 243-4490 www.meltingpot.com Fondue
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Restaurants & Nightlife Northside Social 3211 Wilson Blvd (703) 465-0145 www.northsidesocialarlington.com Coffee and Wine
Taqueria el Poblano 2401 Columbia Pike (703) 271-8979 www.taqueriapoblano.com Mexican
Ray’s the Steaks 2300 Wilson Blvd (703) 841-7297 www.raysthesteaks.com American
Spider Kelly’s 3181 Wilson Blvd (703) 312-8888 www.spiderkellys.com Bar
Thai Square 3217 Columbia Pike (703) 685-7040 www.thaisquarerestaurant.com Thai
Tallula and EATBar 2761 Washington Blvd (703) 778-5051 www.tallularestaurant.com Continental
Twisted Vines Bottleshop & Bistro 2803 Columbia Pike (571) 482-8581 www.twisted-vines.com Wine
Rhodeside Grill 1836 Wilson Blvd (703) 243-0145 www.rhodesidegrill.com American
The Cheesecake Factory 2900 Wilson Blvd (703) 294-9966 www.thecheesecakefactory.com American
William Jeffrey’s Tavern 2301 Columbia Pike (703) 746-6333 www.williamjeffreystavern.com American
Sushi Rock 1900 Clarendon Blvd (571) 312-8027 www.sushirockdc.com Japanese
The Liberty Tavern 3195 Wilson Blvd (703) 465-9360 www.thelibertytavern.com American
Courthouse Bayou Bakery 515 N Courthouse Rd (703) 243-2410 www.bayoubakeryva.com Cajun
Wilson Tavern 2403 Wilson Blvd (571) 970-5330 www.wilsontavern.com American
Fire Works Pizza 2350 Clarendon Blvd (703) 527-8700 www.fireworkspizza.com Italian
Crystal City Athena Pallas 556 22nd St S (703) 521-3870 www.athenapallasrestaurant.com Greek
Whitlow’s on Wilson 2854 Wilson Blvd (703) 276-9693 www.whitlows.com American Zaika 2800 Clarendon Blvd (703) 248-8333 zaikadc.com Indian Columbia Pike Bangkok 54 2919 Columbia Pike (703) 521-4070 www.bangkok54restaurant.com Thai P. Brennan’s 2910 Columbia Pike (703) 553-1090 www.pbrennans.com Irish 20
Guarapo 2039 Wilson Blvd (703) 528-6500 www.latinconcepts.com/ guarapo.php Latin Me Jana 2300 Wilson Blvd (703) 465-4440 www.me-jana.com Lebanese Ragtime 1345 N Courthouse Rd (703) 243-4003 www.ragtimerestaurant.com American
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Bonsai Grill 553 23rd St S (703) 553-7723 www.crystalbonsaisushi.com Japanese Café Italia 519 23rd St S (703) 521-2565 www.cafeitaliarestaurantva.com Italian
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Open 7 Days a Week Open from11AM til 2AM NO COVER CHARGE
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Featuring 30 BeautiFul ladies daily
Great Lunch and Dinner Specials from $6.99 to $10.99! 8oz Filet Mignon Dinner $10.99! The Best Crab Cake Sandwich in Arlington $9.99! SPORTS MARKET BOARD & TEN 42” PLASMA TVS VIP SMOKING LOUNGE Entertaining bachelor Parties, Retirements, Only cigar bar in Crystal City. We Offer Birthdays & You. Cigars Available in house. Gift Cards Atm on premises.
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Restaurants & Nightlife Café Pizzaiolo 507 23rd St S (703) 894-2250 www.cafepizzaiolo.com Italian
Matsutake Sushi & Steak 320 23rd St S (703) 412-5301 Japanese
Crystal City Restaurant 422 23rd St (703) 892-0726 www.crystalcityrestaurant.com Gentleman’s Club
McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurant 2010 Crystal Dr (703) 413-6400 www.mccormickandschmicks.com Seafood
Crystal City Sports Pub 529 23rd St S (703) 521-8215 www.ccsportspub.com American
Morton’s The Steakhouse 1750 Crystal Dr (703) 418-1444 www.mortons.com American
Good Stuff Eatery 2110 Crystal Dr (703) 415-4663 www.goodstuffeatery.com American
Neramitra Thai 2200 Crystal Dr (703) 413-8886 www.neramitra.com Thai
Harar Mesob Ethiopian Restaurant 542 23rd St S (703) 553-5500 www.harar-mesob.com Ethiopian Jaleo Spanish Tapas & Bar 2250 Crystal Dr (703) 413-8181 www.jaleo.com Spanish Kora Restaurant 2250-B Crystal Dr (571) 431-7090 www.korarestaurant.com Italian Legal Sea Foods 2301 Jefferson Davis Hwy (703) 415-1200 www.legalseafoods.com Seafood
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Ruth’s Chris Steak House 2231 Crystal Dr (703) 979-7275 www.ruthschris.com American Ted’s Montana Grill 2200 Crystal Dr (703) 416-8337 www.tedsmontanagrill.com American The Portofino Restaurant 526 23rd St S (703) 979-8200 www.theportofinorestaurant.com Italian Pentagon City Asia Bistro 1301 S Joyce St (703) 413-2002 www.asia-bistro.com Asian California Pizza Kitchen 1201 S Hayes St (703) 412-4900 www.cpk.com Italian
Champps Restaurant & Bar 1201 S Joyce St (703) 414-3601 www.champps.com Bar Harry’s Smokehouse Burgers & BBQ 1100 S Hayes St (703) 416-7070 www.harrystaproom.com Bar La Creperie 1201 S Joyce St (703) 415-0560 www.lacreperievirginia.com French Lebanese Taverna 1101 S Joyce St (703) 415-8681 www.lebanesetaverna.com Lebanese Ristorante Murali 1201 S Joyce St (703) 415-0411 www.muraliva.com Italian Zen Bistro Wine Bar 1301 S Joyce St (703) 413-8887 www.zen-bistro.com Asian Rosslyn Amuse Bar & Trattoria 1121 19th St N (703) 351-1211 www.starwoodhotels.com Italian Ben’s Chili Bowl 1725 Wilson Blvd (202) 667-0909 www.benschilibowl.com American Café Asia 1550 Wilson Blvd (703) 741-0870 www.cafeasia.com Asian
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Restaurants & Nightlife China Garden 1100 Wilson Blvd (703) 525-5317 www.chinagardenva.com Chinese
Village Bistro 1723 Wilson Blvd (703) 522-0284 www.villagebistro.com French
Cheestique 4056 Campbell Ave (703) 933-8787 www.cheestique.com Specialty
cityhouse 1325 Wilson Blvd (703) 525-1234 www.arlington.hyatt.com American
Shirlington Aladdin’s Eatery 4044 Campbell Ave (703) 894-4401 www.aladdinseatery.com Lebanese
Copperwood Tavern 4021 Campbell Ave (703) 552-8010 www.copperwoodtavern.com Wine
Guajillo Restaurant 1727 Wilson Blvd (703) 807-0840 www.guajillogrill.com Mexican
Aroma Indian Cuisine 4052 Campbell Ave (703) 575-8800 www.aromarestaurant.com/va Indian
Heavy Seas Alehouse 1501 Wilson Blvd (703) 807-4388 www.heavyseasalehouse.com Bar
Best Buns Bread Co. 4010 Campbell Ave (703) 578-1500 www.greatamerican restaurants.com/bestbuns Bakery
Kanpai 1401 Wilson Blvd (703) 527-8400 www.kanpai-sushi.com Japanese
Bonsai 4040 Campbell Ave (703) 824-8828 www.bonsaiva.com Japanese
Pho 75 1721 Wilson Blvd (703) 525-7355 Vietnamese
Busboys & Poets 4251 Campbell Ave (703) 379-9756 www.busboysandpoets.com American
Piola 1550 Wilson Blvd (703) 528-1502 www.piola.it Italian
Café Pizzaiolo 2800 S. Randolph St (703) 894-2250 www.cafepizzaiolo.com Italian
Ping by Charlie Chiang’s 4060 Campbell Ave (703) 671-4900 www.charliechiangs.com Asian
Red Hot & Blue 1600 Wilson Blvd (703) 276-7427 www.redhotandblue.com American
Capitol City Brewing Company 4001 Campbell Ave (703) 578-3888 www.capcitybrew.com Bar
Samuel Beckett’s Irish Gastro Pub 2800 S Randolph St (703) 379-7173 www.samuelbecketts.com Irish
Roti Mediterranean Grill 1501 Wilson Blvd (571) 257-3295 www.roti.com Mediterranean
Carlyle 4000 Campbell Ave (703) 931-0777 www.greatamerican restaurants.com/carlyle Continental
T.H.A.I. in Shirlington 4029 Campbell Ave (703) 931-3203 www.thaiinshirlington.com Thai
The Curious Grape 2900 S Quincy St (703) 671-8700 www.curiousgrape.com Wine Guapo’s Restaurant 4028 Campbell Ave (703) 671-1701 www.guaposrestaurant.com Mexican Johnny Rockets 4251 Campbell Ave (703) 845-2796 www.johnnyrockets.com American Luna Grill & Diner 4024 Campbell Ave (703) 379-7173 www.lunagrillanddiner.com American
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Tours Nina’s Dandy Daily lunch and dinner-and-dancing cruises depart historic Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, gliding past majestic monuments. (703) 683-6076. www.dandydinnerboat.com DC Ducks Narrated tours of the Potomac River on “The Boats on Wheels” depart 10 a.m.-4 p.m. from Union Station. (855) 323-8257. www.dcducks.com Martz Gold Line/Gray Line Daily sightseeing tours of Washington, D.C. (301) 386-8300. www.graylinedc.com
Arlington National Cemetery’s Memorial Amphitheater and view of D.C. (David Hills)
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Bike and Roll Washington, D.C. Offers night tours, family-friendly excursions, wheelchair and mobility scooter rentals and more. (202) 842-2453. www.bikethesites.com Big Bus Tours See the sights of the nation’s capital on this Hop On - Hop Off open top bus. (877) 332-8689. eng.bigbustours.com/washington/home.html
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Odyssey Cruises Two- and three-hour lunch, dinner and moonlight cruises depart from the Gangplank Marina in Washington, D.C. (866) 306-2469. www.odysseycruises.com/dc Old Town Trolley Tours Narrated tour of D.C. featuring 100 sites of interest. Convenient “on-off ” privileges at 16 stops. (888) 910-8687. www.trolleytours.com/washington-dc Potomac Riverboat Company Take a 90-minute cruise of Washington, D.C. See Alexandria on a 40-minute narrated cruise, or cruise from Old Town Alexandria to Mount Vernon. (703) 684-0580. www.potomacriverboatco.com
Capitol Entertainment Services Group transportation and guided sightseeing tours. (202) 636-9203. www.washington-dc-tours.com
Scandal Tours The critically acclaimed comedy group Gross National Product conducts an irreverent tour of Washington, D.C.’s infamous scandal sites. Minimum of 50 for tours. (202) 783-7212. www.gnpcomedy.com/ScandalTours.html
Capitol River Cruises The 50-minute narrated tours depart daily from Georgetown Harbor, March-Oct. (800) 405-5511. www.capitolrivercruises.com
Spirit Cruises Daily cruises to George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens. (866) 302-2469. www.spiritofwashington.com
Capital Segway Tours Explore the historical sites of D.C. aboard a Segway Personal Transporter. (888) 234-2965. www.capitalsegway.com
Washington Walks Two-hour professionally guided walking tours of D.C. depart from designated Metro stops. (202) 484-1565. www.washingtonwalks.com
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Shopping
Unique boutique finds at Periwinkle in the Village at Shirlington (David Hills)
Shopping in Arlington’s Urban Villages Listings marked with a
are located on the map on pages 14 and 15.
Looking for a one-of-a-kind gift? Enjoy browsing funky local boutiques? Craving the latest from the fashion runways? Arlington has it all. From top designer labels and trendy boutiques to antiques and outdoor markets, Arlington is a fantastic place to shop.
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Ballston Metro: Ballston Ballston Common Mall N Glebe Rd and Wilson Blvd (703) 243-8088 www.ballston-common.com Features more than 100 specialty stores and a multiplex theater.
The Market Common Clarendon 2700 Clarendon Blvd (703) 807-2922 www.marketcommon clarendon.com Enjoy outdoor town-square shopping.
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Grand Cru Wine Bar & Bistro 4401 Wilson Blvd (703) 243-7900 www.grandcru-wine.com
Artisan Confections 1025 N Fillmore St (703) 524-0007 www.artisanconfections.com Kinder Haus Toys 1220 N Fillmore St (703) 527-5929 www.kinderhaus.com
Orvis 2879 Clarendon Blvd (703) 465-0004 www.orvis.com Pacers 3100 Clarendon Blvd (703) 248-6883 www.runpacers.com Public Shoe Store 3137 Wilson Blvd (703) 527-2004 www.publicshoestore.com Revolution Cycles 2731 Wilson Blvd (703) 312-0007 www.revolutioncycles.com
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THE FASHION CENTRE AT PENTAGON CIT Y
M ACY ’S NORDSTROM TH E APPLE STORE MICHAEL KORS MICROSOF T TOU RN E AU FA S H I O N C E N T R E P E N TA G O N . C O M
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A Courthouse Jeweler 2200 Clarendon Blvd # O (703) 522-3357 Current Boutique 2529 Wilson Blvd (703) 528-3079 www.currentboutique.com
Crystal City Shops Crystal Drive between 15th and 23rd Sts (703) 922-4636 www.thecrystalcityshops.com Rain or shine, Crystal City shopping has you covered. Other specialty stores in Crystal City include: Gossip on 23rd 566 23rd St S (703) 920-1498 www.gossipon23rd.com
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Pentagon City Metro: Pentagon City The Fashion Centre at Pentagon City 1100 S Hayes St (703) 415-2400 www.simon.com 170 nationally-known stores, restaurants and a food court.
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Pentagon Centre 1201 S Hayes St (703) 415-7612 Shopping and dining options include Marshall’s and Nordstrom Rack Pentagon Row 1101 S Joyce St www.pentagonrow.com Main Street charm and big-city selection. Shirlington Accessible by bus via Court House and Pentagon City Metro Stations The Village at Shirlington 2700 S Quincy St www.villageatshirlington.com Pedestrian friendly promenade with shops, restaurants and Tony-AwardŽ winning theater.
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Arts & Culture
Stephen Sondheim’s Company at Tony Award®-winning Signature Theatre
Arts & Culture Arlington
Looking to explore your creative side? Look no further! Arlington boasts a vibrant arts and culture scene that the Washington Post called “a hotbed of cultural abandon.” Explore our more than 50 arts organizations, ranging from Tony-Award® winning theatre to dance and art exhibitions. You’ll find an abundance of original works, world-renowned artists and critically-acclaimed performances! Listings marked with a are located on the map on pages 14 and 15. The American Century Theater 2 Artisphere Metro: Rosslyn Classic American theater from An exciting art space with 1920 to 1975. three theatres, three galleries, a 2700 S Lang St ballroom and outdoor terrace. (703) 998-4555 1101 Wilson Blvd www.americancentury.org (703) 875-1100 www.artisphere.com 1 Arlington Arts Center Metro: Virginia Square Bowen McCauley Dance Exhibitions, classes, workshops, Contemporary dance featuring the choreography of Lucy artist studios. Bowen McCauley. 3550 Wilson Blvd 818 N Quincy St (703) 248-6800 (703) 910-5175 www.arlingtonartscenter.org www.bmdc.org The Arlington Players BalletNova A non-profit, volunteer theater Classical and contemporary company performing at the ballet, modern dance and Thomas Jefferson Theatre. theatrical tap. (703) 549-1063 3443 Carlin Springs Rd 125 S Old Glebe Rd (703) 778-3008 www.balletnova.org www.thearlingtonplayers.org 28
Dominion Stage An all-volunteer, not-for-profit community theater organization that performs at the Gunston Arts Center. 2700 S Lang St (571) 377-4697 www.dominionstage.org Encore Stage & Studio Theatre by kids for kids. 125 S Old Glebe Rd (703) 548-1154 http://www.encorestageva.org/ Jane Franklin Dance A blend of dance, theatre and humor. 3700 S Four Mile Run Dr (703) 933-1111 www.janefranklin.com
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Arts & Culture 3 Signature Theatre
Arlington’s Tony Award®winning theater company known for musicals and plays. 4200 Campbell Ave (703) 820-9771 www.signature-theatre.org
4 Synetic Theater
Metro: Crystal City Premier American physical theater, fusing dynamic art forms such as text, drama, movement, acrobatics, dance and music. 1800 S Bell St (800) 494-8497 www.synetictheater.org
Teatro de la Luna Theater in Spanish with English dubbing, annual theater festival, plus poetry marathons. 2700 Lang St (703) 548-3092 www.teatrodelaluna.org Theatre on the Run 85-seat black box theater. 3700 S Four Mile Run Dr (703) 228-1850 www.arlingtonarts.org
UrbanArias Opera. Short. New. 1101 Wilson Blvd (888) 841-2787 www.urbanarias.org WSC Avant Bard Dedicated to producing primarily classic works, emphasizing a provocative, bold approach. 3700 S Four Mile Run Dr (703) 418-4808 wscavantbard.org
Other Arts & Cultural Venues in the Washington, D.C., Metro Area
Arena Stage Metro: Waterfront-SEU 1101 6th St SW Washington, DC 20024 (202) 554-9066 www.arena-stage.org
The National Theatre Metro: Metro Center 1321 Pennsylvania Ave NW Washington, DC 20004 (202) 628-6161 www.nationaltheatre.org
Warner Theatre Metro: Metro Center 1299 Pennsylvania Ave NW Washington, DC 20004 (202) 783-4000 www.warnertheatredc.com
Ford’s Theatre Metro: Metro Center 511 10th St NW Washington, DC 20004 (202) 347-4833 www.fordstheatre.org
Shakespeare Theatre Company Metro: Archives/ Navy Memorial/ Penn Quarter or Gallery Place Chinatown
Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts Metro: Shuttle Bus Express from the West Falls Church Metro Station 1624 Trap Rd Vienna, VA 22182 (877) 965-3872 www.wolftrap.org
John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts Metro: Free shuttle to/ from Foggy Bottom- GWU Station 2700 F St NW Washington, DC 20566 (800) 444-1324 www.kennedy-center.org
Lansburgh Theatre 450 7th St NW Washington, DC 20004 Sidney Harman Hall 610 F St NW Washington, DC 20004 (202) 547-1122 www.shakespearetheatre.org
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Accommodations
Crystal City, Arlington’s largest downtown and home to Reagan National Airport (David Hills)
Arlington
Accommodations Whether you need top-notch business amenities for your meeting, are seeking a luxurious romantic getaway, or you’re looking for a weekend away with the kids, Arlington’s 44 hotels will help you plan the perfect stay. Located throughout Arlington’s urban villages, our hotels range from luxury to limited service – whatever you desire. What’s more – most are just steps from the Metro, so it’s a breeze to get around!
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Comfort Inn Pentagon 2480 S Glebe Rd (703) 682-5500 (866) 712-7904 www.hotelarlingtonva.com
AKA Virginia Square 3409 Wilson Blvd (703) 294-6415 (800) AKA-0310 www.stayaka.com/locations/ virginia_square/default.aspx
Best Western Rosslyn/Iwo Jima 1501 Arlington Blvd (800) 424-1501 (703) 524-5000 www.bestwestern.com
Americana Hotel 1400 Jefferson Davis Hwy (703) 979-3772 (800) 548-6261 www.americanahotel.com
Best Western Pentagon 2480 S Glebe Rd (866) 702-4947 (703) 979-4400 www.pentagonhotel.com
Courtyard Arlington Crystal City/ Reagan National Airport 2899 Jefferson Davis Hwy (703) 549-3434 (800) 321-2211 www.marriott.com/wasct
Arlington Court Suites Hotel 1200 N Courthouse Rd (703) 524-4000 www.arlingtoncourthotel.com
Comfort Inn Ballston 1211 N Glebe Rd (703) 247-3399 (877) 424-6423 www.comfortinnarlington.com
Courtyard Arlington Rosslyn 1533 Clarendon Blvd (703) 528-2222 (800) 321-2211 www.marriott.com/wasar
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Accommodations Crowne Plaza Washington National Airport 1480 Crystal Dr (703) 416-1600 (800) 227-6963 www.cpnationalairport.com Crystal City Marriott 1999 Jefferson Davis Hwy (703) 413-5500 www.crystalcitymarriott.com Crystal Gateway Marriott 1700 Jefferson Davis Hwy (703) 920-3230 (888) 236-2427 www.marriott.com/wasgw Days Inn Arlington 2201 Arlington Blvd (703) 525-0300 (800) 869-8012 www.yourdchotels.com
Days Inn Arlington Pentagon 3030 Columbia Pike (703) 521-5570 (800) 225-3297 www.daysinn.com/hotel/09615 DoubleTree by Hilton Washington, DC - Crystal City 300 Army Navy Dr (703) 416-4100 (855) 610-TREE www.crystalcitynationalairport. doubletree.com Econo Lodge Metro 6800 Lee Hwy (703) 538-5300 (866) 462-3661 www.yourdchotels.com Embassy Suites Crystal City 1300 Jefferson Davis Hwy (703) 979-9799 (800) EMBASSY
www.crystalcity.embassysuites.com
Hampton Inn & Suites Reagan National Airport 2000 Jefferson Davis Hwy (703) 418-8181 (800) 426-7866 www.hamptoninncc.com Highlander Motor Inn 3336 Wilson Blvd (877) 786-4301 www.highlandermotel.com Hilton Arlington 950 N Stafford St (703) 528-6000 (800) 695-7487 arlingtonva.hilton.com Hilton Crystal City at Washington Reagan National Airport 2399 Jefferson Davis Hwy (703) 418-6800 crystalcitynationalairport. hilton.com >>continues on page 32
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Accommodations
View of the Pentagon and Pentagon City from the Columbia Island Marina (David Hills)
Hilton Garden Inn Arlington/ Courthouse Plaza 1333 N Courthouse Rd (703) 528-4444 www.arlingtoncourthouse. gardeninn.com
Holiday Inn Rosslyn at Key Bridge 1900 Fort Myer Dr (703) 807-2000 (800) 465-4329 www.hirosslyn.com
Hilton Garden Inn Arlington Shirlington 4271 Campbell Ave (703) 820-0440
Hyatt Arlington 1325 Wilson Blvd (703) 525-1234 (800) 233-1234 www.arlington.hyatt.com
www.arlingtonshirlington.hgi.com
Holiday Inn Arlington at Ballston 4610 N Fairfax Dr (703) 243-9800 (800) 465-4329 www.hiarlington.com Holiday Inn National Airport 2650 Jefferson Davis Hwy (703) 684-7200 www.hinationalairport.com
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Hyatt Regency Crystal City 2799 Jefferson Davis Hwy (703) 418-1234 www.crystalcity.hyatt.com The Inn of Rosslyn 1601 Fairfax Dr (703) 524-3400 www.amitelincorporated.com Inns of Virginia - Arlington 3335 Lee Hwy (703) 524-9800 (800) 677-4797 www.innsofva.com
Key Bridge Marriott 1401 Lee Hwy (703) 524-6400 (888) 236-2427 www.marriott.com/waskb Le MĂŠridien Arlington 1121 19th St N (703) 351-9170 (800) 543-4300 www.lemeridienarlington.com Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport 2020 Jefferson Davis Hwy (703) 920-8600 (800) 967-9033 www.radisson.com/arlingtonva Renaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel 2800 S Potomac Ave (703) 413-1300 (888) 236-2427 www.marriott.com/waspy
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Accommodations Residence Inn Arlington Ballston 650 N Quincy (703) 310-1999 (800) 331-3131 www.marriott.com/wasin
Residence Inn Arlington Pentagon City 550 Army Navy Dr (703) 413-6630 (800) 331-3131 www.marriott.com/waspt
Residence Inn Arlington Capital View 2850 S Potomac Ave (703) 415-1300 (888) 331-3131 www.marriott.com/wasry
Residence Inn Arlington Rosslyn 1651 N Oak St (703) 812-8400 (800) 331-3131 www.marriott.com/wasrr
Residence Inn Arlington Courthouse 1401 N Adams St (703) 312-2100 (800) 331-3131 www.marriott.com/wasca
The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City 1250 S Hayes St (703) 415-5000 (800) 542-8680 www.ritzcarlton.com/en/ Properties/PentagonCity
Sheraton Pentagon City 900 S Orme St (703) 521-1900 (800) 325-3535 www.sheratonpentagoncity.com Virginian Suites 1500 Arlington Blvd (866) 371-1446 www.virginiansuites.com The Westin Arlington Gateway 801 N Glebe Rd (703) 717-6200 (888) 627-7076
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The Westin Crystal City 1800 Jefferson Davis Hwy www.starwoodhotels.com Opening Fall 2014
s Tay w i T H u s a n D D o a 3 6 0 o f wa s H i n g T o n D . C . ! Newly Renovated! The restaurant and lounge revolves 360 degrees and has floor to ceiling windows with panoramic views of the DC skyline. Have dinner overlooking the Washington Monument, White House, Jefferson and Lincoln Memorials, Capitol, National Cathedral and Arlington Cemetery.
n Newly renovated n Largest Precor fitness center in Crystal City n Complimentary shuttle service to Reagan National Airport and the Pentagon City Metro n Revolving Skydome Lounge with unobstructed, panoramic views of the DC skyline n 160 newly renovated 1 bedroom suites n 200 deluxe standard rooms with incredible views of the DC skyline n Swimming pool on the 14th floor with great views of DC n 31,000 square feet of meeting space n Freshly baked chocolate chip cookie with your name on it! D o u b l e T r e e b y H i lT o n wa s H i n g T o n D . C . | C r y s T a l C i T y 3 0 0 a r m y n av y D r . a r l i n g T o n , va . 2 2 2 0 2 1-703-416-4100
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Arlington Attractions
The National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial, a place of solace, healing and remembrance
Arlington Attractions From the hallowed grounds of the Arlington National Cemetery and the National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial to historical landmarks and places for fun, there’s certainly no shortage of things to see and do in Arlington. From unique museums and Civil War history to bike trails and outdoor recreation, a visit to Arlington always offers something new. Listings marked with a symbol are located on the map on pages 14 and 15. NOTE: We have made every attempt to verify all of the information provided in this guide. Nevertheless, we recommend that you contact your selected attractions and events directly when planning your visit. 1
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Air Force Memorial Honors the men and women of the U.S. Air Force. Consisting of three stainless steel spires nearly 300 feet high, the Memorial overlooks the Pentagon off Interstate-395. 1 Air Force Memorial Dr, Arlington, VA 22202. (703) 979-0674. Free. www.airforcememorial.org
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Arlington Historical Museum Built in 1891 as the Hume School, this is the oldest school building in Arlington County. It now houses the Arlington Historical Museum. 1805 S Arlington Ridge Rd, Arlington, VA 22202. (703) 892-4204. Metro: Pentagon City. Free. www.arlingtonhistoricalsociety.org
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Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial Former home of the Confederate General and Civil War hero. Located in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA 22211. (703) 235-1530. Metro: Arlington Cemetery. Free. www.nps.gov/arho
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Arlington National Cemetery A national shrine to the thousands of men and women who have died defending the United States and freedom around the world. Arlington, VA 22211. (877) 907-8585. Metro: Arlington Cemetery. Free. www.arlingtoncemetery.mil Ball-Sellers House The oldest house in Arlington, a one-room log cabin with a loft built by farmer John Ball, the house is a rare example of the dwelling of the ordinary person during the 1700s. 5620 S 3rd St, Arlington, VA 22204. (703) 379-2123. Free, donations appreciated. www.arlingtonhistoricalsociety.org
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Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Museum and Visitors Center Newly renovated museum traces the impact of drugs on American society and the efforts of federal law enforcement. 700 Army Navy Dr, Arlington, VA 22202. (202) 307-3463. Metro: Pentagon City. Free. www.deamuseum.org Marine Corps War Memorial (Iwo Jima) The largest cast bronze statue in the world is dedicated to all Marines who have given their lives since 1775. Marshall Dr., off Rt. 110, between Rosslyn and Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA 22211. (703) 289-2500. Metro: Rosslyn. Free. http://www.nps.gov/gwmp/planyourvisit/usmc_ memorial.htm The National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial The Pentagon Memorial honors the 184 people whose lives were lost at the Pentagon and on American Airlines Flight 77 on September 11, 2001. Metro: Pentagon or Pentagon City. Free. pentagonmemorial.org
Netherlands Carillon This 50-bell tower is a gift from the Dutch people in gratitude for American aid given during World War II. May be reached by car from route 110 N or S, or on foot from Arlington National Cemetery or the Marine Corps War Memorial, Arlington, VA 22211. (703) 289-2500. Metro: Rosslyn. Free. http://www.nps.gov/gwmp/ historyculture/netherlandscarillon.htm 8 The Pentagon Headquarters for the U.S. Department of Defense, this is the world’s largest singlestructure office building. Arlington, VA 20301. (703) 697-1776. Reservation-only toursavailable for schools, active military personnel and other select groups. Metro: Pentagon. pentagontours.osd.mil/index.jsp
Seabee Memorial The official memorial for the U.S. Navy Seabees/ Civil Engineer Corps honors past, present and future Navy Seabees. Located along Memorial Dr at Arlington National Cemetery. Metro: Arlington Cemetery. Free. www.nps.gov/gwmp/historyculture/memorialave.htm Theodore Roosevelt Island This 91-acre wooded island sanctuary is a fitting tribute to outdoorsman and naturalist Theodore Roosevelt. On the Potomac River between Key Bridge and the Roosevelt Bridge. Entrance northbound George Washington Memorial Parkway only. (703) 289-2500. Metro: Rosslyn. Free. www.nps.gov/this Women in Military Service for America Memorial Located at the entrance to Arlington National Cemetery, the memorial honors all women who have served courageously, selflessly and with dedication. (703) 533-1155. Metro: Arlington Cemetery. Free. www.womensmemorial.org.
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Washington D.C., Area Attractions
Washington, D.C., Area Attractions B’nai B’rith Klutznick National Jewish Museum Permanent collection of Judaic ceremonial and folk art and changing exhibits related to Judaism. 2020 K St NW, Washington, D.C. 20006. (202) 857-6647. Free, donations appreciated. Reservations required. Metro: Farragut North. www.bnaibrith.org
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Folger Shakespeare Library World’s largest collection of Shakespeare’s printed works and a working Elizabethan theater. Changing exhibitions. 201 E Capitol St SE, Washington, D.C. 20003. (202) 544-4600. Free. Metro: Capitol South. www.folger.edu
Bureau of Engraving & Printing View various steps of the production of U.S. currency, securities and stamps. 14th & C Sts SW, Washington, D.C. 20228. (202) 874-2330. Tickets required Mar.- Aug., available at ticket booth on Raoul Wallenberg Place. Free. Metro: Smithsonian. www.moneyfactory.gov
Ford’s Theatre and The House Where Lincoln Died Location of President Abraham Lincoln’s assassination in 1865; the restored site remains a functioning theater. 511 10th St NW, Washington, D.C. 20004. (202) 347-4833. During matinees, the theatre is closed to tours. Metro: Metro Center. www.fordstheatre.org
C & O Canal National Historical Park Stretches 184 miles and was a major transportation route from 1850 until 1923. Today, the towpaths are open to bikers, joggers and hikers. 1057 Thomas Jefferson St NW, Washington, D.C. 20007. (202) 653-5190. Admission fee. www.nps.gov/choh
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial This memorial consists of four outdoor gallery rooms that feature bronze sculptures depicting events from the Great Depression and World War II. West Basin Dr SW, Washington, D.C. 20024. (202) 426-6841. Free. Metro: Smithsonian. www.nps.gov/fdrm
Daughters of the American Revolution Museum Permanent collection includes ceramics, glass, silver, paintings, furniture, children’s section and 33 period rooms from the colonial period to the mid-19th century. 1776 D St NW, Washington, D.C. 20006. (202) 628-1776. Free. Metro: Farragut West. www.dar.org
Frederick Douglass National Historic Site Former home of famous African American orator, statesman and writer. 1411 W St SE, Washington, D.C. 20020. (202) 426-5961. Reservations strongly recommended. Free. www.nps.gov/frdo
Dumbarton House Federal-period Historic House Museum in Georgetown, circa 1798. 2715 Q St NW, Washington, D.C. 20007. (202) 337-2288. Admission fee. Metro: Dupont Circle. www.dumbartonhouse.org
Hillwood Museum and Gardens Former home of Marjorie Merriweather Post, includes a fine collection of 18th and 19th century Russian and French art, Fabergé objects and landscaped gardens. 4155 Linnean Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20008. (202) 686-5807. Donations suggested. www.hillwoodmuseum.org
Dumbarton Oaks This 19th-century mansion serves as a museum with an extensive garden library, fine Byzantine and pre-Columbian art collections and 10 acres of formal gardens. 1703 32nd St NW, Washington, D.C. 20007. (202) 339-6409. Admission fee for gardens. www.doaks.org
International Spy Museum The world’s largest collection of international espionage artifacts on public display, with exhibits about disguise, surveillance, threat analysis and more. 800 F St NW, Washington, D.C. 20004. (202) 393-7798. Admission fee. Metro: Gallery Place/Chinatown. www.spymuseum.org
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Washington D.C., Area Attractions Jefferson Memorial Dedicated to the third President of the U.S. and writer of the Declaration of Independence. Tidal Basin (South Bank) West Potomac Park, Washington, D.C. 20024 (202) 426-6841. Free. Metro: Smithsonian. www.nps.gov/thje Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens Devoted to the propagation and display of aquatic plants. Also known for bird-watching opportunities. 1550 Anacostia Ave NE, Washington, DC 20019. (202) 426-6905. Free. www.nps.gov/keaq Korean War Veterans Memorial In remembrance of those who fought in the Korean War. Southeast of the Lincoln Memorial. 900 Ohio Dr SW, Washington, DC 20024. (202) 426-6841. Free. Metro: Foggy Bottom/ GWU. www.nps.gov/kowa Kreeger Museum Showcases the art collection of Carmen and the late David Kreeger. Collection includes works by Picasso, Monet, Van Gogh, Miro and others. 2401 Foxhall Rd NW, Washington, D.C. 20007. (202) 337-3050. Admission fee. www.kreegermuseum.org Library of Congress World’s largest library and one of Washington’s most attractively decorated buildings. 101 Independence Ave SE, Washington, D.C. 20540. (202) 707-8000. Free. Metro: Capitol South. www.loc.gov Lincoln Memorial Honors the 16th President of the United States. 900 Ohio Dr SW, Washington, D.C. 20024. (202) 426-6841. Free. Metro: Foggy Bottom/GWU www.nps.gov/linc Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial The King memorial is intended to be a personal transformation for visitors, building a sense of commitment to the promise of positive change and active citizenship. 1964 Independence Ave, SW, Washington, DC 20024. (202) 426-6841. Free. Metro: Smithsonian. www.nps.gov/mlkm
Madame Tussauds Washington, D.C. Guests can get up close and personal with political heavy weights, historical icons and celebrities. F ST, NW, Washington, D.C. 20004. (866) 823-9565. Admission fee. Metro: Gallery PI-Chinatown. www.madametussauds.com/ washington Mount Vernon: George Washington’s Estate and Gardens The great 18th-century plantation home and gardens of George and Martha Washington. 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy, Mount Vernon, VA 22309. (703) 780-2000. Admission fee. www.mountvernon.org National Archives Rotunda exhibits feature the Declaration of Independence, Constitution and Bill of Rights. 8th St & Constitution Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20408. (202) 357-5000. Free. Metro: Archives. www.archives.gov/nae National Building Museum (Old Pension Building) Site of Presidential Inaugural Balls, the building contains the tallest interior Corinthian columns in the world. 401 F St NW, Washington, D.C. 20001. (202) 272-2448. Free, donations suggested. Metro: Judiciary Square. www.nbm.org National Gallery of Art Houses an extensive collection of European art from the 13th through the 20th centuries as well as contemporary art by European and American artists. Constitution Ave., between 3rd & 9th Sts NW, Washington, D.C. 20565. (202) 737-4215. Free. Metro: Archives or Smithsonian. www.nga.gov National Geographic-Explorers Hall Changing exhibits highlight the National Geographic Society’s exploration and research of the world. 1145 17th St NW, Washington, D.C. 20036. (202) 857-7500. Admission fee. Metro: Farragut North. www.nationalgeographic.com/museum
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Washington D.C., Area Attractions National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial More than 17,000 U.S. law enforcement officers who lost their lives in the line of duty since 1792 are remembered and honored. 5th & E. Sts NW, Washington, D.C. 20004. (866) 569-4928. Visitors Center at 605 E St NW. Free. Metro: Judiciary Square. www.nleomf.org Crime Museum This museum includes a crime lab and hundreds of interactive activities and artifacts. 575 7th St NW, Washington, D.C. 20004. (202) 621-5550. Admission fee. Metro: Gallery PI-Chinatown. www.crimemuseum.org National Museum of Women in the Arts The only museum in the world dedicated exclusively to recognizing the contributions of women artists, with permanent collections and changing exhibitions. 1250 New York Ave NW, Washington, DC 20005. (202) 783-5000. Admission fee. Metro: Metro Center. www.nmwa.org Navy Museum Offers hands-on exhibits, from anti aircraft guns to a submarine room with operating periscopes. Washington Navy Yard, Building 76, 805 Kidder Breese SE, Washington, DC 20374. (202) 433-4882. Free. Reservations and photo ID required. Metro: Eastern Market or Navy Yard. www.history.navy.mil/branches/org8-1.htm Newseum Washington, DC’s most interactive museum. 555 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001. (888) 639-7386. Admission fee. Metro: Metro: Judiciary Square. www.newseum.org The Octagon Home of James Madison during repair of the White House after burning by the British during the War of 1812. 1799 New York Ave NW, Washington DC (202) 638-3221. Tours by appointment only. Admission fee. Metro: Farragut West. www.nps.gov/nr/travel/wash/dc22.htm Phillips Collection Includes masterworks by Daumier, Renoir, Degas, Cezanne, Van Gogh, as well as modern masters Matisse, Picasso and O’Keeffe among others. 1600 21st St NW, Washington, D.C. 20009. (202) 387-2151. Admission fee. Metro: Dupont Circle. www.phillipscollection.org 38
Smithsonian Institution The Smithsonian Institution is the largest museum complex in the world with 19 national museums and the National Zoo in Washington, D.C. (202) 633-1000. Free. Metro: Smithsonian. www.si.edu “The Castle” Smithsonian Institution Building The Castle serves as the information center for all of the Smithsonian museums. 1000 Jefferson Dr SW, Washington, D.C. 20560. Free. Metro: Smithsonian. www.si.edu Anacostia Community Museum Collection, study and exhibition of African American history and culture. 1901 Fort Pl SE, Washington, D.C. 20020. (202) 633-4820. Free. www.anacostia.si.edu Arthur M. Sackler Gallery Asian art from Neolithic times to the present. 1050 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, D.C. 20560. (202) 633-4880. Free. Metro: Smithsonian. www.asia.si.edu Arts & Industries Building Changing exhibitions; Discovery Theater for children. 900 Jefferson Dr SW, Washington, D.C. 20560. Currently closed for renovations. (202) 633-1000. Free. Metro: Smithsonian. Freer Gallery of Art A major collection of Asian art and a specialized collection of American art. 12th St & Jefferson Dr SW, Washington, D.C. 20560. (202) 633-4880. Free. Metro: Smithsonian. www.asia.si.edu Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture Garden Modern and contemporary art. 7th St & Independence Ave SW, Washington, D.C. 20560. (202) 633-1000. Metro: L’Enfant Plaza. Free. www.hirshhorn.si.edu S. Dillon Ripley Center The International Gallery hosts changing exhibitions. 1100 Jefferson Dr SW, Washington, D.C. 20560. (202) 633-1000. Free. Metro: Smithsonian. www.si.edu/museums/ripley-center National Air and Space Museum History, science and technology of aviation and space flight. 4th St. & Independence Ave SW, Washington, D.C. 20560. (202) 633-2214. Fees for theater or planetarium admission. Metro: L’Enfant Plaza. www.nasm.si.edu
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Washington D.C., Area Attractions National Museum of African American History and Culture Expected to be completed in 2015. (202) 633-1000. nmaahc.si.edu National Museum of African Art Collection, study, and exhibition of African art. 950 Independence Ave SW, Washington, D.C. 20560. (202) 633-4600. Free. Metro: L’Enfant Plaza. www.nmafa.si.edu National Museum of American History, Kenneth E. Behring Center Explores the history of science, technology, society and culture in America. 14th St & Constitution Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20560. (202) 633-1000. Free. Metro: Federal Triangle or Smithsonian. www.americanhistory.si.edu National Museum of the American Indian Dedicated to the preservation, study and exhibition of the life, languages, literature, history and arts of the native peoples of the Americas. 4th St & Independence Ave SW, Washington, D.C. 20560. (202) 633-1000. Free. Metro: L’Enfant Plaza or Smithsonian. www.nmai.si.edu National Museum of Natural History More than 122 million items examine the history of humans and our environment. 10th St & Constitution Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20560. (202) 633-2214. Free. Metro: Federal Triangle or Smithsonian. www.mnh.si.edu National Portrait Gallery Includes portraits of all U.S. presidents and of major contributors to American history and culture. 8th & F Sts NW, Washington, D.C. 20002. (202) 633-8300. Free. Metro: Gallery Place. www.npg.si.edu National Postal Museum Tells the story of the United States through postal history and stamp exhibitions. 2 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, D.C. 20002. (202) 633-5555. Free. Metro: Union Station. www.postalmuseum.si.edu National Zoo Over 3,000 animals and exhibitions make this one of the country’s great zoological parks. 3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20008. (202) 633-4800. Free. Metro: Woodley Park/Zoo, Adams-Morgan, or Cleveland Park. www.nationalzoo.si.edu
The Renwick Gallery Currently closed. Exhibits American crafts, design and decorative arts. 17th St & Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20560. (202) 633-7970. Free. Metro: Farragut West. ww.americanart.si.edu/renwick Smithsonian American Art Museum The collection captures the aspirations, character and imagination of the American people throughout three centuries. 8th and F Sts NW, Washington, D.C. 20004. (202) 633-7970. Free. Metro: Gallery Place. www.americanart.si.edu The Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center Located at Washington Dulles International Airport, displays and preserves a collection of historic aviation and space artifacts. 14390 Air and Space Museum Pkwy, Chantilly, VA 20151. (703) 572-4118. Free. airandspace.si.edu/visit/ udvar-hazy-center Textile Museum Galleries currently closed and expected to reopen Fall 2014. Former home of George Hewitt-Meyers, now a museum dedicated to the textile arts. (202) 667-0441. Free, donation suggested. www.textilemuseum.org Tudor Place Historic house museum once owned by Martha Washington’s granddaughter. Contains many items from George and Martha Washington’s home at Mount Vernon. 1644 31st St NW, Washington, D.C. 20007. (202) 965-0400. Admission fee. www.tudorplace.org Union Station Still serves as a functioning passenger rail station and includes shops, movie theaters and restaurants. 2 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, D.C. 20002. (202) 289-1908. Free. Metro: Union Station. www.unionstationdc.com U.S. Botanic Garden Houses a variety of flora, both familiar and exotic, and is the oldest botanic garden in America. 100 Maryland Ave SW, Washington, D.C. 20001. (202) 225-8333. Free. Metro: Federal Center. www.usbg.gov >>continues on page 40
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Washington D.C., Area Attractions U.S. Capitol Building Home of the legislative branch of the U.S. Federal Government. On the National Mall, Washington, D.C. 20004. (202) 226-8000. Free. Metro: Capitol South. www.visitthecapitol.gov U.S. Department of State Housed since 1947 along with the Agency of International Development and the Arms Control and Disarmament Agency. 2201 C St NW, Washington, D.C. 20520. (202) 647-3241. Free. Metro: Foggy Bottom/GWU. www.state.gov U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum Bears witness to the horrors of the Nazi Holocaust and remembers the victims. 100 Raoul Wallenberg Place SW, Washington, D.C. 20024. (202) 488-0400. Free, but passes required for permanent collection. Metro: Smithsonian. www.ushmm.org U.S. National Arboretum Over 400 acres offer a variety of trees, shrubs, flowers and herbs as well as a collection of Japanese, Chinese and American bonsai. 3501 New York Ave NE, Washington, D.C. 20002. (202) 245-2726. Free. www.usna.usda.gov U.S. Naval Observatory 3450 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20392. (202) 762-1489. Tours on alternate Monday evenings at 8:30 p.m. Reservations required. Free. www.usno.navy.mil/USNO
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Washington D.C., Area Attractions White House and Visitors Center Official residence of the president of the United States since John Adams. 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20500. (202) 456-7041. Tour reservations through one’s congressional representative. Free. Metro: McPherson Square. www.whitehouse.gov
White House Visitors Center Lectures, video and museum devoted to the history of the White House. 1450 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20500. (202) 208-1631. Free. Metro: Federal Triangle. www.whitehouse.gov/history/tours
Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Land in America. Shrines in the church, catacombs and gardens replicate those in the Holy Land. 14th & Quincy Sts NE, Washington, D.C. 20017. (202) 526-6800. Free. Metro: Brookland/ CUA. www.myfranciscan.org
exploration of the Catholic Church and its role in history and society. 3900 Harewood Rd NE, Washington, D.C. 20017. (202) 635-5400. Donations suggested. Metro: Brookland/CUA. www.jp2shrine.org/en/index.htmlWashington
Historic Churches and Religious Buildings Islamic Center. House of worship for the Islamic faith. 2551 Massachusetts Ave NW,Washington, D.C. 20008. (202) 332-8343. Free. www.theislamiccenter.com National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception Largest Roman Catholic Church in North America. 400 Michigan Ave NE, Washington, D.C. 20017. (202) 526-8300. Free. Metro: Brookland/CUA. www.nationalshrine.com Pope John Paul II Cultural Center. Interactive galleries, permanent and special exhibits offer
Mormon Temple Visitors Center. The Visitors Center has multimedia presentations, a revolving diorama and garden tours to acquaint visitors with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. 9900 Stoneybrook Dr, Kensington, MD 20895. (301) 587-0144. Free. www.lds.org Washington National Cathedral. Episcopal gothic cathedral is sixth largest in the world. 3101 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20016. (202) 537-6200. Donations requested. www.nationalcathedral.org
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Calendar of Events
Calendar of Events
You’ve arrived…now what? There’s fun to be had nearly every day of the year. This calendar is a list of major events in Arlington and Washington, D.C. Check out the events calendar at www.stayarlington.com for more ideas while you’re here. January Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Observance – D.C. February Crystal Couture – Arlington Chinese New Year Celebration – D.C. Clarendon Mardi Gras Parade – Arlington Abraham Lincoln Birthday Observance – D.C. Frederick Douglass Birthday Observance – D.C. George Washington Birthday Observance – Mount Vernon, VA Washington Home and Garden Show – Chantilly, VA March Progressive Insurance 19th Annual National Capital Boat Show – Chantilly, VA Rock ‘N Roll USA Marathon – D.C. St. Patrick’s Day Parade – D.C. National Cherry Blossom Festival – D.C. Cherry Blossom Kite Festival – D.C. April Thomas Jefferson Birthday Observance – D.C. National Cherry Blossom Festival – D.C. Smithsonian Craft Show – D.C. Easter Sunrise Service – D.C. White House Easter Egg Roll – D.C. Nike Women’s Marathon Half – D.C. May 89th Virginia Gold Cup – The Plains, VA National Cathedral Flower Mart – D.C. Passport DC around the World Embassy Tour – D.C. Taste of Arlington – Arlington Rolling Thunder “Ride for Freedom” – Arlington Memorial Day Ceremonies – Arlington & D.C. National Memorial Day Concert – D.C. 42
June Air Force Cycling Classic – Arlington Vintage Virginia Wine Festival – Centreville, VA July Smithsonian Folklife Festival – D.C. Independence Day Celebration – D.C. Capital Fringe Festival – D.C. August Citi Open Tennis Classic – D.C. Arlington County Fair – Arlington September NSO Labor Day Concert – D.C. 24th Annual Rosslyn Jazz Festival – Arlington Vintage Crystal, A Taste of Wine and Jazz – Arlington Virginia Wine Festival – Centreville, VA Clarendon Day – Arlington National Book Festival – D.C. October Army Ten-Miler – Arlington Marine Corps Marathon – Arlington Boo at the Zoo – D.C. November U.S. Botanical Gardens Annual Holiday Exhibit – D.C. Veterans Day Ceremonies – Arlington Zoolights – D.C. December Scottish Christmas Walk – Alexandria, VA Light Up Shirlington – Arlington Pageant of Peace – D.C. Joy of Christmas Concerts – D.C. Washington National Cathedral Christmas Services – D.C. First Night Celebrations (New Year’s Eve) – Leesburg and Alexandria, VA
ALL SUMMER LONG Crystal Screen Film Festival – Arlington (Mondays, June through August) Rosslyn Outdoor Film Festival – Arlington (Fridays, May through August) Marine Corps Tuesday Evening Sunset Parades – Arlington United States Air Force Band Concert–Arlington (Fridays, June through August) Jazz in the Sculpture Garden –D.C. (Fridays, June through August) ARLINGTON OPEN AIR MARKETS Catch one almost every day of the week! Farmers Markets Columbia Pike: Sundays, year-round From 10 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Crystal City: Every Tuesday, May – October from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Clarendon: Wednesdays, year-round From 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Rosslyn: Every Thursday, May - October from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Ballston: Every Thursday, May – October from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Courthouse: Saturdays Year-round From 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. OTHER MARKETS Ballston Arts & Crafts Market: Second Saturdays, April – October from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Antiques and Collectibles Market at Courthouse: Every Saturday from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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