Things to do in Virginia, United States: The Best Fun Activities & Games

January 18, 2022 Sheron Bogner

Virginia can make American history come alive. Visit Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello, tour Civil War battlefields, explore the living history museum at Williamsburg… the possibilities are endless (if the kids object, break up the historical sightseeing with a visit to Busch Gardens). Arlington, site of Arlington National Cemetery, is just across the Potomac River from all the major sites in D.C. In addition to beaches and historical attractions, Virginia has plenty to offer outdoor enthusiasts. Active families will love the Blue Ridge Highlands, where hiking, canoeing and tubing are just a few of the activities offered. Couples might enjoy a romantic mountain cabin in Virginia after a day of hiking in Shenandoah National Park.
Restaurants in Virginia

1. General Sheppard Crump Memorial Park

3400 Mountain Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23060 http://henrico.us/rec/places/meadow-farm/
Excellent
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

General Sheppard Crump Memorial Park

2. Park365

3600 Saunders Ave, Richmond, VA 23227-4328 +1 804-358-1874 [email protected] http://www.soar365.org/park365
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

Park365

3. Curtis Park

18 Fairway Dr, Fredericksburg, VA 22406-4145 http://www.visitfred.com/curtis-park
Excellent
83%
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

Curtis Park

4. Swing Kingz

301 Lightfoot Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23188-9003 +1 757-645-4481 [email protected] http://www.swingkingz.com
Excellent
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5.0 based on 9 reviews

Swing Kingz

Williamsburg's Premiere Practice Facility-Driving Range, Batting Cages and Mini Golf. Also featuring a fully stocked pro shop displaying top apparel and equipment from industry leading sports manufacturers. Full deli featuring the freshest Boar Head meats, Sports bar with 4 large flat screen Tv's with Surround sound.

5. Veterans Park

3793 Ironbound Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23188-2513 http://www.jamescitycountyva.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/Mid-County-Park-Kidsburg-18
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5.0 based on 31 reviews

Veterans Park

Reviewed By christinelI6142OC - Wake Forest, United States

Just happened to see this playground/park from the road as we were leaving Jamestown Settlement to find a late lunch for my family of five. We decided to bring our lunch back to this park to picnic and play for a bit. Turned out it was just what my kids needed after a morning of history immersion (kids are ages 11, 9, and 2). They were able to blow off some steam and just have fun. This colonial Jamestown-themed playground is better than the pictures the reviews portray! We were there on a slightly rainy day when there was a break in the rain. The ground is synthetic so it wasn’t wet nor muddy. The only wet items were the slides. There is a separate area for the two main age groups (2-5, 5-12) and it is definitely the best varied outdoor play area for the younger group we’ve experienced. My 2 year old is usually left out when it comes to playgrounds but this one had no end of climbing structures, slides, toddler swings, even upright swings with special harnesses for them (out be the big kid swings), and barrels and canoes to keep with the Jamestown theme. The play structure for the older ones is similar to what you’d expect but has a few ‘extras’ such as a ship, tunnels, and off to the side is a zip line. There are also plenty of swings. Outside of the playground is a very large grassy field, perfect for walking a dog. This was such a great find!

6. Herndon Community Center

814 Ferndale Ave, Herndon, VA 20170-3431 +1 703-787-7300 http://www.herndon-va.gov/about-us/recreation/community-center
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

Herndon Community Center

7. Virginia Horse Center

487 Maury River Rd, Lexington, VA 24450-3374 +1 540-464-2950 [email protected] http://www.horsecenter.org/
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4.5 based on 83 reviews

Virginia Horse Center

The Virginia Horse Center is a 600 acre state-of-the-art environment for horse shows and other livestock events. The Virginia Horse Center has twelve show rings, including the 150' x 300' indoor Waldron Arena in the Howard P. Anderson Coliseum. There is a five mile cross country course, and such amenities as a campground, a restaurant and catering service with banquet facilities and a gift shop.

Reviewed By Dutch45

This was our first dirt bike racing event. Our 13-year-old great grandson who has been racing for 3 years participated in the BMX event along with many others ranging in age from 2 to 81! We were amazed that the dirt from the central floor area of the 4000-seat Coliseum was used to create a race course with hilly straightaways and 3 steeply banked curves. It was fascinating to watch many levels of competition. This seemed to be a wholesome family experience for the national three-day event! I would not have expected an event like this to be held at a horse center, but it worked out fine!

8. Claude Moore Park Recreation Center

46105 Loudoun Park Ln, Sterling, VA 20164-9209 +1 571-258-3600 http://www.loudoun.gov/claudemoorepark
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4.5 based on 44 reviews

Claude Moore Park Recreation Center

Reviewed By SoCalGeekinVA - Sterling, United States

Been in Sterling for two years. Never came over tobthe Rec Center. Had to vote, but noticed the facilities. A small rock wall. A pool with a slide. Heard kids playing basketball. It’s a pretty decent rec center. Will definitely come back to check out what else they offer.

9. Virginia Sports Complex

22182 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Ruther Glen, VA 22546-2512 +1 804-448-1533 http://www.vasportscomplex.com
Excellent
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

Virginia Sports Complex

10. Mount Trashmore Park

310 Edwin Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23462-4523 +1 757-473-5237 [email protected] http://www.vbgov.com/government/departments/parks-recreation/parks-trails/city-parks/Pages/mount-trashmore-park.aspx
Excellent
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4.5 based on 459 reviews

Mount Trashmore Park

Reviewed By edl228 - Schenectady, United States

We all have local dumping sites and land fills in our surrounding areas and it was great to see an area turn that land into something useful. The actual park is nice with plenty of pavilion spaces there are many different stairs to go up the hill. From there you get a good view of surrounding area. They also have an exceptional kids playground for all ages 1-10. No cost to enter and couldn't have found a better place to spend a day away from the beach while on vacation!

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