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1. U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial (Iwo Jima Statue)
- The flag flies 24 hours a day at this famous memorial located across the river from Washington, DC, in Arlington, Virginia. The memorial is design... read more
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- Nile Expert Tip: This is a site not to be missed, but it can be seen in a short amount of time. To make the trip worth...
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2. Arlington National Cemetery
- Arlington National Cemetery sits on the Virginia banks of the Potomac River and overlooks Washington DC and the monuments clustered around Lincoln... read more
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3. Arlington House/ Custis-Lee Mansion
- Arlington House once belonged to Confederate General Robert E. Lee, whose wife, Mary Custis, a great-granddaughter of George Washington, inherited... read more
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4. Gravelly Point Park
- If you revel in watching airplanes take off and land, Gravelly Point Park is the place to go. A short exit to the right immediately after leaving... read more
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5. Arlington Convention & Visitors Service
- In league with the Arlington Hotel industry, ACVS promotes living in Arlington as the best bet while in and around Washington. All kinds of information... read more
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6. Upton Hill Regional Park
- A wealth of recreational activities can be explored at this park in Arlington, just a few miles from Washington. Visitors enjoy the scenic walking... read more
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7. Potomac Overlook Regional Park
- Potomac Overlook Regional Park offers 100 acres of scenic woodlands and outdoor adventure. Children and adults will enjoy learning about the outdoors... read more
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8. American Century Theater
- Dedicated to promoting 20th century American theater and making it accessible to a more widespread audience, the American Century Theater is named... read more
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9. Bluemont Park
- This beautiful 70-acre park is situated in a residential area and is popular with the locals. Bluemont Park offers areas to bike, jog, hike, picnic... read more
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10. Pentagon Memorial
- The Pentagon Memorial, located just southwest of The Pentagon in Arlington County, Virginia, is a permanent outdoor memorial to the 184 people... read more
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The Best of NileGuide
- There’s never a reason to be bored in Arlington. There are just too many things to do. Start with the must-see attractions, move to the big sights and fine museums, check out some tours, dig in to some outdoor activities, and work your way down to the between-the-cracks, off-the-beaten-path gems. Just leave some time to catch your breath.
