Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in Waldorf

"Exhibits at Jones Point Park highlight the area's freshwater marsh habitat, its use by American Indians, and its role in shipbuilding and navigation. The park's two fishing piers make an excellent spot to cast for American catfish, rock bass, and American eels. A canoe launch offers access to the Potomac River."

"Jones Point Park, nestled on the banks of the Potomac River, was one of the largest facilities for transportation, shipping, and manufacturing in the country. It features a lighthouse constructed in 1855 and a handful of facilities."

"The Jones Point Lighthouse is one of the last riverine lighthouses in the country. The lighthouse operated from 1856 to 1926. You can find it inside Jones Point Park."

"One of America's most visited historic sites, Mount Vernon was the beloved home of George and Martha Washington, who lived here from the time of their marriage in 1759 until George's death in 1799. Regular guided tours of the furnished main house give a fascinating insight into the Washingtons' daily life, and self-guided tours of the outbuildings and gardens estate offer plenty of opportunities to interact with actors offering first-person narratives of working and living on the 18th-century plantation."

"After your time in Inner Harbor, take a short stroll into the town of Mount Vernon and grab a bite."

"Groundswell by Mark Reigelman is the third installation for the Site See: New Views in Old Town annual public art series at Waterfront Park. Mirror Mirrorby SOFTlab was the inaugural exhibition in 2019 followed by Wrought, Knit, Labors, Legacies by Olalekan Jeyifous in 2020. Learn more about the expanded Waterfront Park."

"Stroll down to Old Town’s Waterfront Park and enjoy an unbeatable view of the Potomac. Grab a cone from nearby Pop’s Old Fashioned Ice Cream or picnic on the park’s green lawn as boats pull into the harbor."

"This memorial building dedicated to George Washington is fashioned after the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria in Egypt. The memorial is 333 feet tall and is located at the top of Shooter’s Hill. The building was dedicated in 1932 but the interior was not completely finished until the 70s."

"The George Washington Masonic National Memorial was built in the 1920s. The National Park Service named the memorial a National Historic Landmark in 2015."

"The City has commissioned artist Béatrice Coron to design and fabricate and original work of art to be integrated into the newly designed, multigenerational, safe, all-season space which includes a spray park as a signature feature at Colasanto Park, located in the heart of Del Ray at the corner of Commonwealth and Mount Vernon Avenues. Learn more about public art Colasanto Spray Park."

"Oronoco Bay Park is a popular location for picnicking, walking, biking, and jogging. Festivals and special events are held in the park during the warmer months of the year. Park Features: Event space, parking, picnic areas, and walking/biking/jogging trails"

"Many head to Sonoma Cellar for the stellar wine tasting classes. Did you know that they kill it at Brunch too?. With $20 mimosa or Bellini pitchers, the drinks quickly get pouring."

"Ambiance was thrown off by the nightclub dance beats on the speakers at 10:30am and the ac next to our table was..."

"Built around a custom wood-burning oven and featuring stunning views of the Alexandria waterfront, Ada's on the River draws inspiration from the ingenuity of Ada Lovelace, one of the greatest mathematicians of the 19th century. Led by Maryland-native Chef Randall J. Matthews, Ada's menus feature a..."

"So...I realize that this is a place that is advertised as a seafood place, and it also has plenty of other "meats," but I just wanted to alert ..."

"A day-trip itinerary to Old Town Alexandria, which is not just for history geeks The view at Old Town’s Waterfront Park. (Maia Silber/The Washington Post)"