If you’re looking for a vacation that’s equal parts culture, relaxation and fun, Virginia’s Cultural Region should top your list.
The beautiful Northern Virginia region near Washington, D.C., offers many museums and historic sites to visit as well as fantastic contemporary shopping, dining and entertainment options.
A US History Lesson
This trip was a great hands-on way to learn US history. The museums in the area are truly phenomenal. I learned so much at the National Museum of the Marine Corps in Quantico. It’s a stunning site to visit, with the most impressive interactive exhibits that tell US history through the eyes of the Marines. In Arlington, I continued my studies by visiting the US Marine Corps War Memorial – or Iwo Jima, as it’s also called – and I took a moment to reflect at Arlington National Cemetery, a beautiful tranquil site right on the sparkling Potomac River where 400,000 active duty service members, veterans and their families are buried.
My Civil War knowledge improved as I visited Prince William County’s Manassas National Battlefield Park, the site of the first Civil War battle, and Ben Lomond Historic Site, where a hospital perfectly complements the battlefield and shows how people coped with the effects of the war.
In Fairfax County, I felt like I stepped back in time visiting the beautiful Mount Vernon Estate, Museum & Gardens, which is George Washington’s historic home and the most visited historic estate in the USA. The estate grounds overlook the Potomac River and instantly immerse visitors into life in the 18th century. I visited the tomb of the nation's first president and learned about his life from the gorgeous estate, the interactive theaters and exhibits, and the pioneer farm.
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