Experience all four seasons.
People living in Northern Virginia get to experience true winter, spring, summer, and fall! Try a summertime kayak excursion on the Potomac River. A spring stroll around the Tidal Basin as you take in the famous cherry blossoms. An autumn view of the changing leaves from Shenandoah National Park. A wintertime snowball fight on the National Mall.
Close to both the nation’s capital, museums and scenic terrain.
Northern Virginia offers so much more than just close proximity to the Washington Metropolitan area.
There’s no shortage of diversity.
Northern Virginia is a melting pot of cultures and demographics.
Northern Virginia has a team for almost everything.
Northern Virginia is close to several high-profile professional sports teams, so you can cheer for the home team no matter what sport you chose to spectate. The Washington football team's training facility is in Dulles and the Capitals practice at their hockey facility in Arlington. You can ball out with the Wizards’ at the Capital One Arena or buy some peanuts and Cracker Jacks at Nationals Stadium.
Easy access to airports.
When you plan on jetting off, Northern Virginia is a great place to live! Nothing adds stress to a vacation like the hassle of getting to and from the airport. Luckily, there are two major airports in Northern Virginia: Dulles International Airport (IDA) and Reagan National Airport (DCA). Dulles offers many direct flights across the globe and Reagan has a wide offering of domestic flights to get you anywhere in the nation.
Accessible public transportation.
The Metrorail continues to expand its service area deeper into Northern Virginia and D.C.