Best 286 things to do in Sterling, VA

Explore National Harbor from the water in a canoe built for easy paddling

Taste farm-raised Wagyu with a guided cattle-farm tour and optional local wine pairings

Experience the best of Sonoma's wine country with our Private Winery Tour Service. Travel in style with up to 6 passengers, as our expert guides whisk you away on a bespoke 6-hour tour of three hand-picked wineries.

Farm pizza, changing menus, and time to wander

Paddle Fletchers Cove with a guide and quick kayak instruction

Walk Cleveland Park from Washington National Cathedral to McLean Gardens

Walk Anacostia’s streets to see local landmarks and Frederick Douglass history

Walk the National Mall and learn the stories behind its monuments and memorial designs

Hike Rock Creek Park from the National Zoo to Pierce Mill and Boulder Bridge

Walk DC’s Southwest Waterfront from colonial roots to modern reinvention

Walk Arlington’s memorial landscape, from Arlington House to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Walk Capitol Hill to see Union Station, the Supreme Court, and the Library of Congress

Explore fair exhibits, grandstand events, and midway shows with general admission

Paddle past DC landmarks from Key Bridge Boathouse

Learn stand-up paddleboarding basics on the Potomac River

Learn kayak basics and practice strokes on the Potomac in 60 minutes

Paddle past DC monuments, then relax with live music at Key Bridge Boathouse

Sail past iconic monuments on a lively tiki boat with onboard bar and music.

Private Georgetown weekday charter with bar, music, and monument views

Book a 2-hour private charter from Navy Yard for 25–48 guests (21+)

Join a pirate crew for water cannon battles and Potomac landmarks

Customize a private DC-area boat tour from National Harbor (2-hour minimum)

Private, customizable boat tour from The Yards Marina for up to 6 guests

Cruise the Potomac on a private, customizable boat tour from Georgetown