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Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria Day Trip from Washington DC

Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria Day Trip from Washington DC

Activity duration is 5 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 22 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥15,456 per adult
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Historical Tour of Northern Virginia

Historical Tour of Northern Virginia

Activity duration is 5 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥11,709 per adult
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Alexandria E-Bike Rentals

Alexandria E-Bike Rentals

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥6,619 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
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥5,620 per adult
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Alexandria: Ultimate Dead of Night Walking Ghost Tour

Alexandria: Ultimate Dead of Night Walking Ghost Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour and 15 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥4,684 per adult
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What to do in Lorton

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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 theater scene.

Pohick Bay Regional Park

Laurel Hill Golf Club

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

Laurel Hill Golf Club

Mason Neck State Park

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

Mason Neck State Park

Gunston Hall

You can spend time browsing 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 stay in Lorton. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

Lorton Staion Marketplace

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

Lower Potomac Park

Lower Potomac 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.

Lower Potomac Park

Holiday Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Holiday Island during your travels in Lorton. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

Holiday Island

Stoney Lonesome Cemetery

Enjoy a stop at Stoney Lonesome Cemetery, a landmark worth seeing in Lorton. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

Stoney Lonesome Cemetery

Popular day trips from Lorton

Alexandria showing street scenes, cafe scenes and a small town or village

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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 travelers 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 neighborhoods 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.