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Discover Alexandria: Historic Homes, Churches, and Taverns!

Discover Alexandria: Historic Homes, Churches, and Taverns!

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 10 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$38 per adult
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Old Town Alexandria Tour: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Old Town Alexandria Tour: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour and 15 minutes
9.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Price is S$11 per adult
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Alexandria Ghosts Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl

Alexandria Ghosts Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl

Activity duration is 1 hour and 45 minutes
9.4 out of 10 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$46 per adult
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3- Hour Private Customisable Washington, DC Tour

3- Hour Private Customisable Washington, DC Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$572 per traveller*
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LEGO Discovery Centre Washington, D.C.

LEGO Discovery Centre Washington, D.C.

Activity duration is 3 hours
6.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$36 per adult
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What to do in Lorton

Popular places to visit

A floating pier at Pohick Bay Regional Park.

Pohick Bay Regional Park

Explore the great outdoors at Pohick Bay Regional Park, a lovely green space in Lorton. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.

Pohick Bay Regional Park
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Mason Neck State Park

You can take time to visit Mason Neck State Park during your travels to Lorton. Experience the live music and theatre scene in this family-friendly area.

Mason Neck State Park

Pirate's Cove Water Park

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Pirate's Cove Water Park during your visit to Lorton. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.

Pirate's Cove Water Park

Laurel Hill Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Lorton at Laurel Hill Golf Club. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.

Laurel Hill Golf Club

Harbor View Marina

Explore the waterfront in Lorton with a trip to Harbor View Marina. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

Harbor View Marina

Gunston Hall

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Gunston Hall in Lorton. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Gunston Hall

Lorton Staion Marketplace

You can do some window-shopping at Lorton Staion Marketplace during your trip to Lorton. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

Lorton Staion Marketplace

Gunston Hall Visitor Center

After visiting Gunston Hall Visitor Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lorton. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

Gunston Hall Visitor Center

Lorton Park

Lorton Park is just one of the places to see in Lorton, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

Lorton Park

 

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Alexandria which includes a small town or village, café lifestyle and street scenes

Alexandria

Fishing pier in Leesylvania State Park, Woodbridge, Virginia

Woodbridge

Frequently asked questions

Is Lorton worth visiting?
From shopping to history and outdoor adventures, there are loads of fun things to do in Lorton. Make sure to enjoy the area's mix of cool attractions, culture and local charm.
How do I spend a day in Lorton?
After you've checked off key attractions like Woodlawn & Frank Lloyd Wright's Pope-Leighey House and National Museum of the United States Army, spend the rest of your day discovering Lorton's retail and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Lorton?
The top tourist attraction in Lorton is Woodlawn & Frank Lloyd Wright's Pope-Leighey House, so make sure to add it to your sightseeing list.
Is three days enough to stay in Lorton?
You can easily tour popular sights like Woodlawn & Frank Lloyd Wright's Pope-Leighey House, National Museum of the United States Army and Mason Neck State Park with a three-day stay in Lorton. On average, most travellers plan two days here. There's plenty to experience nearby too, so stay a while longer and venture to Washington.
What are some activities to do in Lorton with kids?
If you're searching for activities and sights for all of your group, have a look at these awesome ideas for what to do in Lorton with kids.

What to do in Lorton for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food lover or outdoor explorer, there are loads of things to do in Lorton for adults including George Washington's Distillery & Gristmill and National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency.
Are there free things to do in Lorton?
In Lorton, National Museum of the United States Army is a popular spot for anyone looking to see the city without opening their wallet. Also, stroll around the other neighbourhoods and green spaces, and ask for ideas from a local tour guide. It's a top way to explore the best free things to do in Lorton.