The City of Falls Church is a unique and historic city. Besides featuring quick access to renowned museums and art galleries, almost every neighborhood is a treasure of its own including a variety of restaurants and shops that reflect the City's great ethnic and cultural diversity.
Things to do in Falls Church
Arlington National Cemetery
This is the final resting place of many who gave their lives in service to the country. Two US presidents—John F. Kennedy and William Howard Taft are buried here. The crew of the Challenger space shuttle, civil rights leader Medgar Evers and film star Audie Murphy are among the many honored her Call 703-695-3250 for more information.
West end of Memorial Bridge, Arlington, VA
Cherry Hill Farmhouse
Part of a pre-Revolutionary War plantation, this 248 acre historic farm was involved in the Civil War, both as a spectator and participant, and the property was crossed many times by Union and Confederate rangers. The farmhouse hosts reenactments, concerts, readings, lectures, teas, and special tours throughout the year. Call 703-248-5171 for more information.
312 Park Avenue, Falls Church, VA
The Pentagon
Across the Potomac River in Arlington, Virginia is the headquarters of the armed forces of the United States, the largest office building in the world. Encompassing 29 acres, with a five-acre courtyard in the center, the five-sided structure has over 17 miles of hallways. Approximately 23,000 employees, military and civilian, come to work here each day. Group tours are available with a reservation. Call 703-697-1776 for more information.
The State Theater
"Metropolitan Washington D.C.'s Premiere Concert And Event Venue," this theatre was built in 1936 and was once a popular movie theatre. Today, the theatre presents live music and special events and features an original, full theatrical stage with 200 balcony seats, Call 703-237-030 for more information.
220 North Washington Street, Falls Church, VA
U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial (Iwo Jima Statue)
The image of five marines and a navy corpsman raising an American flag atop Mount Suribachi during World War II is known to every American schoolchild. Seen in person, the bronze 78-foot statue is sure to stir emotions. Call 703-285-2601 for more information.
Arlington Blvd and Meade St, Arlington, VA