Best places: Historical landmarks in Arlington County, United States

👍👍 Beautiful building. They just don’t make things like this anymore and it’s really sad!

Lincoln's home during the height of the Civil War, the Gothic-Revival cottage is now a museum.

👍👍 NOTE: THIS IS NOT THE LINCOLN MEMORIAL. STOP UPLOADING YOUR PICTURES AND COMMENTS OF THAT IMPORTANT AND BEAUTIFUL PLACE HERE. This is the standing life-size statue of Abraham Lincoln in front of "District of Columbia Court of Appeals". It is also a very impressive representation of of this importa...

👍👍 I love this spot! Great trails that take you into rock creek park, picnic tables, restrooms, water fountains…and plenty of parking. The mill itself is also a great place to explore — a lot of history

Historic district with a traffic circle, white marble fountain & 19th-century row houses & mansions.

👍👍 So historical. This definitely made me feel like I was there. What a true joy for the family

This historic 1816 home features a huge collection of items from the 1700s-2000s plus hourly tours.

Plaques & a bronze sculpture memorializing Japanese-American internment & patriotism during WWII.

V-shaped black granite monument inscribed with the names of nearly 60,000 Vietnam War dead & MIA.

19th-century former post office building turned high-end lodging, with dining & a spa.

Museum dedicated to architecture, engineering & design, with exhibits for kids as well as adults.

👍👍 This house just reopened after a renovation. Park service guide was friendly and helpful. It was an interesting and educational 10 minute stop. It provides a summary of how the DC man-made channel was created and then filled in.

😐 Found on the Capital grounds near the Ulysses S. Grant Memorial and Capital Reflecting Pool is the Statue of former President James Garfield, who was unfortunately assassinated in 1881 after just a few months in office. The statue was sculpted by John Quincy Adams Ward in 1887, who also notably cre...

Grand, 3-level red-brick townhouse constructed in 1818 near the White House, with tours & events.

👍👍 Japanese Lantern Carved in 1651 (4,000 pounds) the gift on March 30, 1954 representation of the concept of healed wounds, the lantern acknowledges the peaceful union and friendship between the Japan and the United States.

Landmark Greek Revival design Episcopal church consecrated in 1816 & visited by presidents.

👍👍 Such a big wide open space. Great spot for skating or other similar activities.

Storied building, constructed more than two centuries ago, overlooking the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal.

Carillon donated by the Netherlands after WWII, with daily concerts featuring its 50 bells.

Casual option for familiar Chinese eats & sushi in a bright, spacious setup with Asian-inspired art.