Things To Do In Great Falls

Great Falls is a quiet wooded community in western Fairfax County, VA, and has a population of more than 15,000. Living in Great Falls offers residents a suburban feel and most residents own their homes. It’s a mostly residential area filled with single-family homes of varying styles and sizes, from Tudor mansions and Craftsman homes to expansive horse farms and luxurious estates.  In Great Falls there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. The public schools in Great Falls are highly rated. Great Falls' proximity to Washington, D.C., and the Northern Virginia tech corridor add to its popularity. This has led Great Falls to be recognized by Forbes magazine as one of the most expensive zip codes in the country.

Outdoor Life In Great Falls

Great Falls, Virginia, is also known for its wealth of hiking and horse trails, as well as its sprawling parkland. Thousands of visitors flock to the community each year to visit Great Falls Park, Riverbend Park, and Scott’s Run Nature Preserve, among others. The 800-acre Great Falls Park has been a popular outdoor attraction for many decades for boaters, fishers, hikers, cyclers, horseback riders, and picnickers.

Shopping And Eating Places

The community also features retail shops, local businesses, and restaurants throughout its about 25 square miles. Residents enjoy a mix of both casual and upscale dining establishments, including the top-rated French restaurant L’Auberge Chez Francois. The Great Falls Village Centre is home to many shops, restaurants, health and fitness services, and financial institutions, as well as many other smaller shopping centers that populate the community.

Holidays and Weekend Activities in Great Falls

Weekends and holidays bring together Great Falls residents for family-friendly events, from the summertime Concerts on the Green to annual holiday festivities. Cars & Coffee—an antique car show at the local coffee shop—attracts car enthusiasts of all ages, as does the Great Falls farmer’s market most Saturday mornings. The historic Colvin Run Mill and Great Falls Grange are two other local attractions for Great Falls residents looking for something to do with their friends and family on weekends.

Nearby Attractions

Located in Fairfax County, Great Falls borders parts of Loudoun County, as well as the Potomac River. It’s also conveniently positioned near the Capital Beltway (495) and the George Washington Parkway, providing its residents with easy access to Washington, D.C., and nearby communities like McLean and Tysons Corner. Recently Sold at Great Falls
   
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Maryam N. is a Senior Writer at Nesbitt Realty. She is an expert on Fairfax County. Maryam has also worked previously as a geologist. She is a foodie and enjoys cooking and exploring new restaurants.