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Leesburg is in Loudoun County (Virginia) | Loudoun County, Virginia, in the United States.

Leesburg Halal Explorer

During the War of 1812, Leesburg was used as a temporary capital of the United States when the British occupied Washington. Leesburg is the county seat of Loudoun County.

Travel to Leesburg

By car

Leesburg is less than an hour drive from downtown Washington, D.C.

From the North (Maryland, Pennsylvania):

  • US Highway 15 south across the Potomac.

From the East (Washington, DC):

  • Virginia Route 267 provides tolled access to Leesburg. Two tolls are required - one near I-495, which is $2.50 (EZ-Pass, coins or cash only), and another just after the airport, which is $5.20 for 2-axle vehicles. The toll booths after the airport accept credit cards and EZ-Pass.
  • Alternatively, Route 7 (Leesburg Pike) is a 55-mph highway with several stoplights.

From the South (Warrenton):

  • US Highway 15 north.

From the West:

  • Virginia Route 7

Travel on a Bus in Leesburg

  • Loudoun County Transit operates commuter buses between the Leesburg Park & Ride at 19730 Sycolin Road and the Spring Hill Metro Station. The journey costs $1.50 if paid via SmarTrip card or $2 if paid with cash. These buses operate service from Leesburg to DC on weekday mornings and from DC to Leesburg on weekday evenings.
  • Reverse commute buses operates between the Wiehle-Reston East Metro Station and 1 Harrison Street Southeast in Leesburg weekday mornings at 8:02AM. From there, you can walk around historic Leesburg or take a trolley to the Leesburg Corner Premium Outlets. The bus leaves downtown Leesburg at 5:05PM and returns to Wiehle-Reston East station at 5:30PM.
  • Loudoun County Transit also operates the 7 on 7 bus service from Ashburn to Leesburg, where further connections are available to the DC metro stations. You can take the WMATA (subway) Silver Line train to Wiehle-Reston East station. Exit the station using the south entrance to go to the bus stop for Loudoun County Transit. Catch the Wiehle Express bus to George Washington University campus in Loudoun and then transfer to the 7 on 7 bus. The 7 on 7 bus runs every 30 minutes whereas the Wiehle Express bus runs every 45 minutes. The bus fare for the 7 on 7 bus is $1 and the bus fare for the Wiehle Express is $2. If you are planning to go to Leesburg in the morning, take the reverse commute bus mentioned above because that trip will be faster.

Fly to Leesburg

The other way into Leesburg is via small aircraft into Leesburg Municipal Airport, which does not host commercial flights, but does have a small landing strip that is used by private and charter aircraft.

Leesburg is 20 minutes from Washington Dulles International Airport. It is feasible to fly nearly any American commercial airline into Dulles.

Book a Halal Cruise or Boat Tour in Leesburg

  • White's Ferry - 24801 White's Ferry Rd. Dickerson, MD 20842 ☎ +1 301-349-5200 Opening Hours: Ferry runs daily, 5AM Monday - 11PM Fee to cross river In operation since 1786, White's Ferry is the last working ferry on the Potomac River. A widely used means of crossing the river (and a shortcut) between Maryland and Virginia since its inception. Today, commuters use the ferry daily, where 24 vehicles can be transported at a time. It's off Route 15, just north of Leesburg at the White's Ferry Road intersection.

Get Around

By foot

The center/historic neighborhood of Leesburg is relatively small, walkable area near the courthouse (at the crossing of King Street and Market Street). There are a number of shops and restaurants, as well as the town buildings, within about a quarter of a mile.

By trolley

Virginia Regional Transit operates the Leesburg Trolley (bus route 53), which provides service between downtown Leesburg and the Leesburg Corner Premium Outlets, and the Leesburg Park & Ride Commuter Bus stop. This bus runs from 7AM until 7PM, Monday through Friday. On Saturday, it runs from 10AM until 9PM and on Sunday it runs from noon until 6PM. The fare is 50 cents. Phone numbers: + 1 877-777-2708, +1 540-338-1610.

What to see in Leesburg

  • Historic Leesburg
  • Historic Morven Park - 17263 Southern Planter Ln ☎ +1 703-777-2414 Opening Hours: April - Nov F-M 11AM–4PM, and by advanced appointment; the gardens and grounds are open year-round 8AM Monday - 5:30PM Toyrs cost $10/adult, $5/child 6-12, children under 5 free This 1,000-acre estate, home of World War I-era Virginia Governor Westmoreland Davis, includes history spanning over 200 years. Tours change frequently, highlighting the Confederate camp that was here during the Civil War, Davis’ contributions during World War I and the 19th century Winmill Carriage Collection of horse-drawn carriages, and Marguerite Davis’ boxwood gardens. The historic mansion and Museum of Hounds & Hunting are open Saturday Sunday noon-5PM. Meet at the Coach House Visitors Center for the tour. Tours on the hour from 11AM–4PM, and by advanced appointment.
  • Oatlands Plantation - 20850 Oatlands Plantation Ln ☎ +1 703-777-3174 Opening Hours: Open April - Dec; Monday to Saturday 10AM Monday - 5PM, Sunday 1-5PM $10 adults, $9 seniors(60+)/students(6-16). $7 garden & grounds only Oatlands, a National Trust site, encompasses 360 acres in scenic easements and features a Greek Revival mansion, circa 1804, rare 19th-century brick dependencies including America's oldest restored propagation greenhouse, circa 1810, and a magnificent four acre English terraced garden. Oatlands offers guided tours of the mansion, grounds, and gardens. Oatlands also offers two gift shops featuring unique gift and gardening items. Guided house tours on the hour; last tour at 4PM.
  • Balls Bluff Battlefield Regional Park - Balls Bluff Road ☎ +1 703-737-7800 Opening Hours: Open daily, dawn to dusk free This park preserves the site of the Battle of Ball's Bluff. This 1861 clash was the largest to take place in the county during the Civil War. It occurred along the banks of the Potomac River, where the Union fell backward into the river in a defeat that merited the first congressional investigation on war. The national cemetery here is one of the smallest in the nation, where 54 Union soldiers are buried (only one of whose identity is known). A one-mile loop hiking trail offers interpretive signs. No public restrooms.
  • Dodona Manor - 217 Edwards Ferry Road ☎ +1 703-777-1880 Opening Hours: Saturday 10AM Monday - 5PM, Sunday 1-5PM $10/adults, $8/seniors, $5/students The George C. Marshall International Center at Dodona Manor offers tours of the restored former home of General George C. Marshall, Architect of Allied Victory for World War II, Special Ambassador to China, Secretary of State, Secretary of Defense, and Nobel Peace Laureate. Ninety percent of the furnishings and memorabilia are original to the Marshall period of residency, from 1941-1959. The home sits on four acres of land in downtown Leesburg, and is under garden restoration.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Leesburg

  • DC's Wine Country - Loudoun County's country is now home to twelve Cafes, featuring rolling hillsides dotted with vines and unique tasting rooms located in historic barns, Mediterranean-like villas, and caves. The best way to experience Loudoun's country is along the Wine Trail. Pick up a copy of the brochure at the Loudoun County Visitors Center and spend a day or more traveling along scenic byways as you visit each fruit cocktailry. Look for the grape cluster signs along the roadways to assist you on your tour.
  • Tarara Grapes - ☎ +1 703-771-7100 - Wine tasting and other events on this 475-acre farm devoted to producing fine fruit cocktails.

Festivals and events

  • Leesburg's First Friday - The first Friday of each month(except January), downtown shops stay open late, providing a chance to shop and explore downtown. Each month, different live performances and special events are planned.
  • Flower and Garden Festival - Leesburg's annual Flower and Garden Festival is held in the Historic Downtown on the third weekend of April each year. Walk through award-winning landscape displays and shop for fresh flowers, plants, garden furniture, gifts and more. Enjoy live music and a variety of food vendors. Children's activities include hands-on art projects, puppet shows and storytelling.
  • Court and Markets Days of Leesburg - An annual, legacy-based special event in the historic downtown, centered on the Loudoun County Courthouse lawn, Court and Market Days celebrates the period in the Town’s early history during which the Circuit Court was in session only once a year. During these Court Days and the Town of Leesburg took on a festive atmosphere as people from around the nationside. The event features reenactments of actual court cases from the period 1750 to 1825, street scenes in which historical interpreters discuss the events of the time period, artisan demonstrations, traders selling their merchandise, a farmers market and period entertainment would converge upon Leesburg to conduct business and to socialize. Held on the third Saturday of October each year.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Leesburg

Downtown shops are an excellent source of antiques.

  • Leesburg Corner Premium Outlets - Route 15 - Good deals on designer and name brands including Barneys New York, Lacoste, Theory, J.Crew, Polo Ralph Lauren, Banana Republic, Gap, and Adidas.

Halal Food & Restaurants

  • Blue Ridge Grill - 955 Edwards Ferry Road NE next to a McDonalds on route 15 ☎ +1 703 669-5505
  • Halal döner Bistro - 202 Harrison Street, Southeast ☎ +1 703-779-7880 Opening Hours: Sunday - Thursday 11AM Monday - 9PM, Friday Saturday 11AM Monday - 11PM One of very few places in the U.S. to get authentic, German-style / Halal Döner Kebab.
  • Fireworks Wood Fired Pizzas - 201 Harrison Street Southeast ☎ +1 703-779-8400 Opening Hours: Sunday - Thursday 11:30AM Monday - 9PM, Friday Saturday 11:30AM Monday - 10PM Pizzas $11-17 Supreme ingredients, thoughtful cooking, and full flavored food.
  • The Lightfoot - 11 North King Street ☎ +1 703-771-2233 Opening Hours: Daily 11AM Monday - 9PM starting at $25 The Lightfoot Restaurant offers classic architecture and lunches, dinners, banquets and private events.
  • South Street Under - 203 Harrison Street Southeast ☎ +1 703 771-9610 - Sandwiches
  • Tuscarora Mill Restaurant - 203 Harrison Street Southeast at the front of Market Station on Harrison Street ☎ +1 703-771-9300 Opening Hours: Monday - Thursday 11AM Monday - 11PM, Friday Saturday 11AM Monday - 12AM, Sunday 11AM Monday - 9PM Meals starting at $20 Tuscarora Mill is an independent, locally owned restaurant, cafe, bar, and bakery that opened in 1985. The restaurant supports the buy local movement with the products of several dozen local growers, Cheese makers, Cafes and farmers and livestock producers. Great choice of Micros and Belgian soft drinks.
  • The Wine Kitchen - 7 South King Street ☎ +1 703-777-9463 Opening Hours: Tuesday - Thursday 11:30AM Monday - 9PM, Friday Saturday 11:30AM Monday - 10PM, Sunday 11:30AM Monday - 9PM Offers and food without pomp or circumstance.
  • Bunker Sports Cafe - 510 E Market Street ☎ +1 703 443-0777
  • Downtown Saloon | Downtown Saloon - Biker bar
  • Kings Court Tavern - 19 South King Street - Great Dixieland jazz band on Tuesdays
  • Spanky's Shenanigans Pub - 538 E Market Street ☎ +1 703 777-2454

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Leesburg

Leesburg - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Leesburg, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Leesburg. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Leesburg 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 Leesburg. 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 Leesburg. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inLeesburg: 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 Leesburg.

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Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Leesburg, 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 Leesburg and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Leesburg, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Leesburg, 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 Leesburg 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 Leesburg 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 Leesburg.

About eHalal Travel Group:

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

  • Best Western Leesburg Hotel & Conference Center - 726 E Market Street ☎ +1 703-777-9400
  • Comfort Suites Leesburg - 80 Prosperity Ave Southeast ☎ +1 703 669-1650
  • Hampton Inn & Suites Leesburg - 117 Fort Evans Road NE ☎ +1 703 669-8640
  • Holiday Inn Leesburg at Carradoc Hall - 1500 E Market Street ☎ +1 703 771-9200
  • Lansdowne Resort - 54050 Woodridge Parkway ☎ +1 703-729-8400 - A luxury resort offering hotel lodgings, three world class golf courses, a 12,000 sq ft destination spa, multiple on-site restaurants, wedding venues and conference facilities.
  • Leesburg Colonial Inn - 21 South King St, ☎ +1 703 777-5000

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