Fairfax County

Fairfax County is a suburb of Washington, DC, in Virginia. It often trades places with next-door neighbor Loudoun County (Virginia) | Loudoun County as the nation's wealthiest county. }}

Cities

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{{mapshapes|QQ71221 In Virginia incorporated cities are politically completely independent of their counties. County law does not apply in incorporated cities (but may apply in incorporated towns); the only local law in incorporated cities is city law.

Inside the Beltway

Alexandria (Virginia) | Alexandria While bigger than just its historic center, Old Town Alexandria is a great tourist destination for shopping, dining, boating, and colonial history. It has a beautiful historic neighborhood on King St, by its port on the Potomac. Annandale (Virginia) | Annandale Home to DC's "Koreatown" and some of the best Korean food you'll ever have outside of South Korea|Korea. Arlington (Virginia) | Arlington Popularly thought of as southwest D.C. (which it historically was). Officially a county, but if counted as a city (which it basically is): It would be the fourth-largest city in the state, ahead of Richmond, and potentially first in cultural vibrancy. Features the Pentagon, and Arlington National Cemetery. Falls Church — Vietnamese and Cantonese dining par excellence. McLean (Virginia) | McLean CIA Headquarters amidst a sea of McMansions and Republican congressmen. Springfield (Virginia) | Springfield "All roads lead to Springfield" — Not a fabulous destination—more of an urban/suburban mess—but there are still some really great Asian and Latino restaurants sprinkled throughout all the strip malls. Has land on both sides of the Beltway.

Outside the Beltway

Fairfax (Virginia) | Fairfax — the county seat of Fairfax has a lovely small town-seeming downtown. Burke (Virginia) | Burke Centreville (Virginia) | Centreville and Clifton Chantilly (Virginia) | Chantilly Great Falls (Virginia) | Great Falls Herndon Lorton Home of the Amtrak Auto Train which carries passengers and automobiles to and from Florida. Reston (Virginia) | Reston The country's first modern planned city. Its founding in 1964 was the start of the modern Planned City movement, resparking the "New Town" concept.

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Vienna (Virginia) | Vienna — Sachertortes, great mountain scenery, skiing, lederhosen and the waltz—wait, just kidding! But it's home to the big Wolf Trap Performing Arts Center, and is right next to Tysons Corner Mall.

Other Destinations

• Mount Vernon (Virginia) | Mount Vernon George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens

Travel to Fairfax County

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Fairfax County

• es.com/ Washington Dulles International Airport (IATA Flight Code: IAD) is in northwestern Fairfax County, accessed via the Dulles Airport Access Road, which runs parallel to Route 267. A WMATA Silver Line to the airport is expected to open in 2021.
• n.com/ Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (IATA Flight Code: DCA) is in South Arlington, convenient to U.S. Route 1 and the George Washington Memorial Parkway, and WMATA's Blue and Yellow Lines.

For more information on these airports, and on getting into Fairfax County by plane, see the "Get in" section of Washington DC#By plane|Washington DC.

By car

• From Washington, DC go South on I-395 or I-66. Or cross on Memorial Bridge, Key Bridge, or Chain Bridge, to the George Washington Parkway. Or take I-295 South to I-95 South/I-495 West, and cross the Wilson Bridge.
• From the Northeast including Southeast Washington DC, Prince George's County, and Baltimore: take I-95 South/I-495 West, across the Wilson Bridge. Or, take the Baltimore-Washington Parkway (I-295) South, connect to I-95 South/I-495 West, and cross the Wilson Bridge.
• From the Northwest (Montgomery County, MD) take I-495 South, across the Legion Bridge.
• From the South (Richmond, VA) take Interstate 95|I-95 North.
• From the West take I-66 East.

Get Around

• The wmata.com Washington Metro
• The nnector/ Fairfax County Connector

By car

• The National Capital area (including Fairfax County) is the 9th largest metropolitan area in the U.S., but has the 5th worst traffic congestion in the U.S. ]
• Both Interstate 95|I-95 and U.S. Route 1 pass through Fairfax County, on their way from Maine to Florida.
• Interstate 95|I-95 and the major North-South Interstate on the East Coast, joins the I-495 Beltway to points South, at the Springfield Interchange (a.k.a. the Mixing Bowl).
• The Southwestern portion of the Capital Beltway (I-495) runs through Fairfax County. The Legion Bridge connects to Montgomery County, MD, in the North. The Wilson Bridge connects to Southeast Washington, DC, and Prince George's County, MD, to the East.
• I-395 runs from the Springfield Interchange Northeast to Washington, DC.
• I-66 runs from the West to Washington, DC.
• U.S. Route 1 and the original North-South highway on the East Coast, runs due North through Alexandria and Arlington to Washington, DC, and South to Prince William County, VA, passing through downtown shopping neighborhoods all the way.
• U.S. Route 50 and the original East-West transcontinental highway, passes through Fairfax County on its way from California to Maryland. It joins I-66 to cross into Washington, DC, on the Roosevelt Bridge.
• Fairfax County Parkway is a North-South highway, West of the Beltway.
• Inside the Beltway, major streets move in seemingly random directions, with heavy stop and go traffic. It may seem as though they're all named Chain Bridge, Lee, and/or Jackson!

What to See

• Gunston Hall The Colonial estate of George Mason, author of the Virginia Declaration of Rights.
• Elizabeth Hartwell Mason Neck National Wildlife Refuge
• Mason Neck State Park
• George Washington Memorial Parkway - in part | Web:
• Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts Web:
• National Firearms Museum At the National Rifle Association Headquarters, in the City of Fairfax
• Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center - National Air and Space Museum - ☎ +1 202 357-2200 - 14390 Air & Space Museum Pkwy., Chantilly (Virginia) | Chantilly. Located near Dulles International Airport, this museum houses many air/spacecraft, including the SR-71 "Blackbird" spy plane and the Concorde supersonic jet and the space shuttle "Enterprise". Parking is available for $15/vehicle. Or take the 983 Fairfax Connector bus from the Wiehle-Reston East station on the silver Metro line.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Fairfax County

Biking and Walking

• The washington.org/trails/wad/wad.htm Washington & Old Dominion Railroad Trail
• The Fairfax Cross County Trail
• The washington.org/trails/vernon/vernon.htm Mount Vernon Trail
• The washington.org/trails/wad/custis.htm Custis Trail

Shopping in Fairfax County

• Fairfax Plaza | 8075 Leesburg Pike, Vienna, VA 22182 - Designer shopping including Tiffany & Co., Gucci, Louis Vuitton, and Hermes of Paris, and Elizabeth Arden's Red Door Salon & Spa.
• Reston Town Center | 11921 Freedom Drive Suite 100, Reston, VA 20190 - Designed as a traditional downtown cityscape, not an enclosed mall. Dine al fresco at Fountain Plaza in the Summer, or skate in the outdoor rink in Winter.
• Springfield Mall | 6500 Springfield Mall, Springfield, VA 22150 ☎ +1 703 971-3600 Anchored by JCPenney, Target, and Macy's.
• Tysons Corner Center | 1961 Chain Bridge Rd. Suite 105, McLean, VA 22102 ☎ +1 703 847-7300 Since 1968, one of the first super-regional malls in the nation, still one of the premier shopping malls on the East Coast. Anchored by Nordstrom, Bloomingdale's, Lord & Taylor, and Macy's. m/]
• Tysons Galleria | 2001 International Drive, McLean, VA 22102 ☎ +1 703 847-7300 Upscale shopping and dining at designer retailers including Gucci, Cartier, Chanel and Versace. Saks Fifth Ave, Neiman Marcus!

Halal Restaurants

• Sunset Grill | 7250 Columbia Pike Annandale, VA ☎ +1 703 658-0928"The inland beach bar"
• Vienna Inn | 120 Maple Ave E Vienna, Virginia 22180 Off 123 5 minutes from Tysons Cornor ☎ +1 703 938-9548 - Hole in the wall bar, around since 1960. Very popular with local residents, affordable and terrific food, especially their chili dogs.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Fairfax County

Fairfax County - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Fairfax County, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Fairfax County. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Fairfax County and its surrounding regions. With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Fairfax County. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values. The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Fairfax County. Key components include: Halal-Friendly Accommodations in Fairfax County: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Fairfax County. Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Fairfax County: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Fairfax County, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Fairfax County. Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Fairfax County, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations. Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Fairfax County, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values. Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Fairfax County and beyond. Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Fairfax County, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Fairfax County, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Fairfax County without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients." The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Fairfax County is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Fairfax County. About eHalal Travel Group: eHalal Travel Group Fairfax County is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values. For Halal business inquiries in Fairfax County, please contact: eHalal Travel Group Fairfax County Media: info@ehalal.io

Buy Muslim Friendly condos, Houses and Villas in Fairfax County

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Washington Suites Alexandria - 100 S. Reynolds Street Alexandria, VA 22304 ☎ +1 703 370-9600 Check-in: 3:00 / Check-out: 12:00 Located in the Gulf countries End of Alexandria close to Springfield, Fort Belvoir, Old Town Alexandria, 9 miles from Washington DC.

Travel Next

• Washington, D.C. is just across the Potomac River, featuring the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, Smithsonian Institution, White House, US Capitol Building, Supreme Court and the Library of Congress.

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