River Towers location near the George Washington Parkway and the Potomac River provides nearby residents with accessible bike trails, hiking trails and jogging and nearby paths closed to motor vehicles.
The Mount Vernon Trail follows the river from Mount Vernon at 5 miles south of River Towers to National Airport at 5 miles north of River Tower and to Washington DC and beyond.
Bikers can easily enjoy the trip to the Marina. Both serious and recreational bikers can enjoy the Parkway or the easy local bike trails. These trails are also used by residents who bike to work or to the Metro.
Mount Vernon Trail south of Old Town
Big Wheel in Old Town Alexandria VA
Aubrey Nesbitt takes a break from riding his bicycle below the Woodrow Wilson Bridge
Shop, shop, shop!! Now that I have your attention, if shopping is your thing you must visit Tyson's Galleria. This upscale shopping experience will fulfill all your needs. With shops such as Ann Taylor, Coach, and Chanel you will find that perfect gift for someone or for yourself. After you "shop til you drop" you can enjoy a nice lunch or dinner at one of the diverse eating establishments located inside the mall.
Maggiano's Little Italy restaurant
The Galleria also offers an ATM, Restrooms, Safety Escorts, Gift Cards, Foreign Currency Exchange and much more. Sign up for "The Club" and get exclusive information, discounts, and promotions by e-mail or text.
The Galleria is located at 2001 International Drive, McLean, VA. 22102. For more information including hours and directions or participating stores and restaurants please contact Tyson's Galleria at 703-827-7730 or go to www.tysonsgalleria.com.
Barcroft Park
Barcroft Park is 65 acres of highly-maintained family oriented recreational facilities. Barcroft supports a variety of sports and family activities. Barcroft is the home for several baseball leagues as there are 5 baseball diamonds with bleachers here. Four of these fields are for youth; one is for one adults. There is a batting cage to support the baseball community.
Barcroft has a a lighted rectangular playing field for sports like soccer, football or rugby. This field has a synthetic surface, concession stand, restrooms, and goals. Other sports are also supported by:
a basketball court;
two new tennis courts (opened in 2007);
a volleyball court;
a handball court;
and horseshoe pit.
At this location, Barcroft Sports and Fitness Center has a gymnasium to support several indoor sports. The gymnasium has everything needed
for a boxer to train. This includes a boxing room with speed and punching bags, sparring ring, and floor exercise area. The gym can also host basketball, floor hockey, and indoor soccer. On-site, there are a variety of classes such as
aerobics,
boxing/kick boxing,
and gymnastics.
For the benefit of picnickers and visitors the park has three water fountains, a rental picnic shelter, picnic tables, charcoal grills. There is also a paved path throughout the park to walk, jog or bike. That path has a bridge, and stream.
Hours for the park are sunrise to half hour after sunset except on lighted facilities. The facilities are open Tuesday, Thursday and weekends.
4200 South Four Mile Run Drive
Arlington, VA 22204
(703) 228-0700
Baseball field at Barcroft Park
Barcroft is a part of what makes Arlington such a great place to live.
The Fashion Center
The Fashion Center is a high class or more preferred as an elite shopping center offering a large variety of shopping stops. Located at Pentagon City, it is just a few minutes from the nation’s capital. The Pentagon City Mall is located on Metro's Blue and Yellow Lines; connected to the Pentagon City Station. The Fashion Center allows it’s shoppers to experience a dream come true in shopping.
There are more than 170 shop stops and restaurants, just to name a few:
Macy's
Nordstrom
Fashion Center at Pentagon City
Armani Exchange
Kenneth Cole
Victoria’s Secret
Panda’s Express
Starbucks
Au Bon Pain
A Pea in the Pod
McDonald’s
The Fashion Center also includes an ATM, covered parking, stroller rental, handicap access and an information booth.
Fashion Center at Pentagon City
110 South Hayes Street Arlington, VA
(703) 415-2400
Regular Mall Hours
Monday to Saturday 10 am - 9 pm
Sunday 11 am - 6 pm
Mount Vernon RECenter
2017 Belle View Road
Alexandria, Virginia
Contact Number: 703 768 3224
The Mount Vernon RECenter offers its community with an array of activities with its well furnished facilities. It is situated at the intersection of Fort Hunt Road and Belle View Boulevard.
The Rec Center has year round ice skating and ice hockey.
The Mount Vernon RECenter has an ice skating rink
Mount Vernon RECenter is at the corner of Fort Hunt and Belle View Bvd.
The RECenter is a great place to volunteer at
Mount Vernon RECenter has ice skate rentals
Mount Vernon Rec Center early March
The Mt. Vernon Recenter has an ice rink
Mount Vernon Rec Center is at the intersection of Fort Hunt Road and Belle View Boulevard
Facilities at Mount Vernon RECenter:
25 Meter Heated Indoor Pool
Poolside Spa
Beach Area with Play Features
Locker Rooms
Showers
Saunas
Fitness Center Furnished with Cybex VR2 Equipment
Pro Shop
Dance Room
Multi-Purpose Room
200 Foot by 85 Foot Indoor Ice Arena.
The Mount Vernon RECenter facility schedule is from Monday to Thursday 6am to 9pm, Friday 6am to 7pm, Saturday 7am to 7pm and Sunday 8am to 6pm. The pool area is open at the same time for Monday to Thursday and Friday, except Saturday when it is open from 8am to 7pm and Sunday 9am to 6pm.
The County also offers the use of indoor pools at Lee District Rec Center and George Washington Rec Center. Fort a more updated list of swimming activities and other pool facilities, please visit the Alexandria Masters Swim Club.
Homes recently listed for sale near the Mount Vernon RECenter
Shirley Highway is another name for Interstate 395. The I-395 corridor doesn't have Metro train service, but it carries a massive load of traffic nonetheless. In addition to its 8 to 10 lanes of traffic, 395 has an extra 3 lanes of HOV that switch direction depending on the hour of the day. It is THE major artery from Virginia into the District of Columbia.
395 leaves DC between the Pentagon and Crystal City (both in Arlington) and on the way out to I-95 and the Beltway at Springfield, I-395 passes Shirlington, Landmark, West End Alexandria and other neighborhoods. Traffic on 395 is nearly always heavy but usually slows only during rush hour.
About the Author --- Aubrey Nesbitt is a native of Northern Virginia who attended Virginia Commonwealth University. He is a veteran of the US Army and helps his family business by providing informational articles like this one. In addition to photography and blogging, Aubrey provides administrative support for the office.
Across the Potomac River from Washington D.C. lies the city of Alexandria in Northern Virginia. South of Alexandria is Mount Vernon, the location of Mount Vernon Estate, once owned by the famous George Washington himself. Located along the Potomac riverbanks, Mount Vernon is connected to Old Town Alexandria via the George Washington Memorial Parkway and Route 1.
Mount Vernon, George Washington's estate on the Potomac
You can take the scenic route by going through the Parkway, which has a generous sprinkling of parks and wonderful scenery, including bike trails and lovely waterfront homes, which have differing and unique qualities about them.
Route 1, on the other hand, thrives with activity as a hub of industry and commerce in Alexandria. Amidst all this buzz, are multiple condominium complexes from Route 1’s south end to its north end.
In between these two main roads leading from Old Town to Mount Vernon, you can find a wide scope of differing and unique communities, distinctive to Northern Virginia.
On June 19, 2014 a storm hit Alexandria, Virginia. Damage included uprooted trees and resulting collisions with buildings, vehicles, and other terrain. In the middle of the night lightening struck several times.
Whether it's shopping at established national chains or perusing the local merchants, residents of the Duke are never more than a few blocks from their destination. Unique shops offer up an eclectic combination of necessities and niceties sure to satisfy residents on quick trips as well as those on leisurely strolls.
The endless variety and selection of parks, theaters and civic organizations truly offer something for every family makeup. With excellent public and private educational opportunities, children benefit from a unique close-knit community while part of a wider metropolitan system.
Whether it’s shopping at established national chains or perusing the local merchants, residents of the Duke are never more than a few blocks from their destination. Unique shops offer up an eclectic combination of necessities and niceties sure to satisfy residents on quick trips as well as those on leisurely strolls.
Entertainment
With a full compliment of restaurants and entertainment venues just around the corner, living in the Duke at Old Town means a night on the town is never far from home. Well-known by both locals and tourists as a hot spot for nightlife, Old Town at Alexandria provides a safe and accessible release from the high pressures of Capitol living.
The endless variety and selection of parks, theaters and civic organizations truly offer something for every family makeup. With excellent public and private educational opportunities, children benefit from a unique close-knit community while part of a wider metropolitan system.
River Towers location near the George Washington Parkway and the Potomac River provides nearby residents with accessible bike trails, hiking trails and jogging and nearby paths closed to motor vehicles.
The Mount Vernon Trail follows the river from Mount Vernon at 5 miles south of River Towers to National Airport at 5 miles north of River Tower and to Washington DC and beyond.
Bikers can easily enjoy the trip to the Marina. Both serious and recreational bikers can enjoy the Parkway or the easy local bike trails. These trails are also used by residents who bike to work or to the Metro.
