Visit Bon Air Park Memorial Rose Garden on Wilson Boulevard when the roses are in bloom. They also have an azalea garden, a shade garden, and a sun garden, but the roses are the real stars.
#35 – Stop and smell the roses
#34 – Attend an Open House at the Charlie Clark Center for Local History
The collection of local history at Arlington’s Central Library is now known as the Charlie Clark Center for Local History. They have an open house the first Saturday of the month from 10-12 where you can come learn about the many resources available, including monographs, maps and atlases, oral history transcripts and subject files on many topics related to Arlington’s rich history. For more information, contact 703-228-5065.
#33 – Take a blanket and go to Gravelly Point Park
You can get a great view of the Washington skyline while you watch airplanes take off and land from Reagan National Airport at Gravelly Point Park. The parking lot is accessible from the George Washington Parkway if you are heading North from the airport, or you can bike or walk there from the Mount Vernon Trail.
#32 – Visit the Westover Library to see Tiffany stained glass and search for books
The Westover Branch Library which was rebuilt in 2010 has installed four newly restored stained glass windows, originally created by Louis Comfort Tiffany for the old Abbey Mausoleum. Read more about it by clicking here.
#31 – Visit Theodore Roosevelt Island
While technically a part of Washington, D.C., Theodore Roosevelt Island is only accessible via a Mount Vernon Trail footbridge from the Arlington side of the Potomac. Featuring a memorial to the famed “Rough Rider,” conservationist, trustbuster, and 26th President of the United States, the Island also features a network of trails and ranger-led tours.
#26 Experience The View of DC
The View of DC presents a sweeping panorama of the D.C. area’s magnificent monuments and renowned landmarks. Located in Arlington’s Rosslyn neighborhood, this concourse offers visitors picturesque views through floor-to-ceiling windows and open-air views from its outside terrace. Entrance is free with a valid photo ID.
