Location: Stafford
Top Things to do in Stafford
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Top 10 Things to do in Stafford, Virginia (VA)
Stafford is a census-designated place (listed as Stafford Courthouse) in and the county seat of Stafford County in the northern part of the U.S. Commonwealth of Virginia. The population of Stafford County as of the 2010 United States Census was 142,003. It lies 10 miles (16 km) north of Fredericksburg, approximately 40 miles (64 km) south of metropolitan Washington, D.C., and about 60 miles (97 km) north of Richmond, the Commonwealth capital. The Marine Corps Base Quantico is located north of the community. Stafford Courthouse is located at the intersections of U.S. Highway 1, and Courthouse Road.
Restaurants in Stafford
1. Wild Run Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Located just off of Jefferson Davis Highway and tucked inside the Aquia Pines Camp Resort, Wild Run Brewing Company is one of two campground breweries in the United States. We take deep pride in the quality of the beer that we serve and a customer experience unlike any other that spans our 20 acre tasting grounds. We have a rotating selection of beers to include stouts, IPA's, and lagers while we consistently keep 13 beers on tap year-round.
Reviewed By cutiecupid15 - Gainesville, United States
We stopped in here with our dog and enjoyed a couple of beers and filled our growler up for home. Nice little outdoor area. Beers were good especially the Xero Dark Thirty Coffee stout. Seemed like a nice campground too.
2. Embassy Cigar Lounge
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Embassy Cigar Lounge was founded by a group of Stafford County cigar enthusiasts looking for a comfortable indoor venue to enjoy cigars. Tired of spending winters smoking in their garages, they began searching the Stafford / Prince William County areas for a place to enjoy a cigar, a cocktail and even some food. The search ended when the group realized only a few establishments in DC and Richmond
3. Government Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 169 reviews
Reviewed By SmallBusinessesMattr - Stafford, United States
This island was preserved by a local historian. Rock from the quarry was used in construction of the historic buildings in DC. You can see the marks in the rock from where slaves and masons excavated the rock. Then it would be loaded on boats and taken up the Potomac. It's a beautiful place. There's a path/boardwalk out to the island and then a loop trail around it with signs explaining things.
4. Aquia Episcopal Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Built in 1757, Aquia Episcopal Church in Stafford, VA is a welcoming church for people of all ages and backgrounds as we grow closer to our Lord. Tours of the historic church are available during office hours. If you would like a tour after office hours or during the weekend, please call the church office to schedule a tour, since we have a small number of staff.
5. Patawomeck Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By SmallBusinessesMattr - Stafford, United States
This is a newer park and has a lot to do. There is a fenced playground for younger kids and across the way a tall playground for older kids. There are soccer and baseball fields and a walk around the pond is always nice. We bring our dogs here multiple times a week. It has the feel of a wide open place, but surrounded by trees, so a sense of nature as well. There is a fenced area where an old homestead used to be, and a path to walk around the outside of it, which is wooded and feels like you're getting away from the world.
6. Widewater State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
On a peninsula where Aquia Creek and the Potomac River meet, Widewater provides access to both bodies of water. The park lies on non-contiguous parcels surrounded by private property. Two parcels are open for access. The park has a visitor center, picnic shelters, playgrounds, restrooms, canoe-kayak launches and a hiking trail.
Reviewed By SmallBusinessesMattr - Stafford, United States
This is a very peaceful place! We walk our dogs there multiple times a week and it always restores my sense of balance and joy. At the Visitor Center area, there is water from Aquia Creek on one side and a pond on the other. I also love to visit the Potomac side, where the water is 'wide' and you can see across to Maryland. Right now there are Tundra Swans wintering over and we almost always see a Bald Eagle. In the summer Osprey are prevalent.
7. Potomac Point Winery
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 228 reviews
Reviewed By Y7867JHdavidm
If I had to describe Potomac Point with one word, it would be wonderful. From the scenic views, to the helpful staff, to the shuttle service, everything about Potomac Point helped make our day so very special. The main staff, Chelsea (marketing manager) and Sydney (event coordinator) moved the moon and stars to accommodate us. The chefs/wait staff were also super helpful (and cooked the best flat iron steaks, according to my husband!). The sun setting over the vineyard created a view that took our breath away. Chelsea even helped set us up with a shuttle from the Courtyard Marriot to help our guests get back to the hotel safely. My husband and I cannot recommend any other place before Potomac Point. We can't wait to come back, just to enjoy a nice glass of wine and reminisce. After looking at the Trip Advisor checks for "family friendly" atmosphere, I'd like to say, this is a vineyard first. I'm sure children are allowed, but there are better places for kids to spend their Saturdays/Sundays : )
8. Augustine Golf Club
9. Stafford Civil War Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 49 reviews
Reviewed By LovesGoodRestaurants - Mineral, United States
This site is representative of many winter quarter sites built in Virginia during the Civil War. Some were better than these, some worse. You'll enjoy the walks and the informative signage, see actual foundations of huts, reproduced cannons, trenches, and other evidence of life here during the winter of 1862. Although there were many such camps, most have been built over or farmed, so this original site is a treasure.
10. The Cavalier Family Skating Centers USA
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By coleenk122 - Fredericksburg, United States
Great spot for a birthday party--no set up or clean up. Great exercise and Off Line fun--for the kids and adults. Easy location off Rt 1. Rent or bring skates--Pom poms optional--Have fun!!
