Ashburn (Virginia)
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Understand
In many ways Ashburn is the poster child for the so called "McMansionization of America". The homes in Ashburn are nearly all new, large, uniform in character, and have little or any recognizable architectural style. Brambleton, a planned urban development in Ashburn, is one of the fastest selling developments in the country.
Get in
By plane
Ashburn is serviced by 2 major airports in the Washington DC metro area. Washington Dulles (IAD) is about 5 miles from Ashburn and Reagan National (DCA) is about 25 miles. Most people who are visiting Ashburn from far away distances are better off flying into Washington Dulles International Airport. The easiest and most convenient way to get to Ashburn from the airport is via taxi. Washington Flyer Taxi has exclusive rights to service IAD and a taxi ride from airport will cost you anywhere between $15-20.By car
Coming by car, Ashburn is intersected by a few major roads in the Northern Virginia area. Accessible via the Dulles Greenway (toll road), Route 7, or Route 28, travelers have a few options when driving to this city.By bus
- Wiehle Express operates service between the George Washington University Virginia Science & Technology Campus in Ashburn and the Wiehle-Reston East metro station. The bus costs $2 for the general public.
- Commuter buses operate service to/from Washington DC.
- Virginia Regional Transit's 7 on 7 operates service to/from Leesburg.
Get around
Although there are taxis available, those visiting Ashburn will need a car. The neighborhoods and shopping are too spread out to go any other way.
Do
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Ice Skating @ Ashburn Ice House
phone: +1 703-858-0300address: 21595 Smith Switch Rd
Buy
Contrary to popular opinion, Ashburn has its fair share of local artisans which showcase their craft in the form of art, jewelry, and clothes.
Eat
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address: Brambleton TowncenterSpecializes in Chinese food and Sushi. Moderately priced. Serves alcohol.
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address: 43761 Parkhurst Plaza #100Best wings in the city. The 911's will knock you out. Bargain prices and always hopping with teenagers and the big game on the big screen. Perfect for families, friends, a late night snack or a place to park and watch the game.
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Frankiberri Premium Frozen Yogurt
phone: +1 703 858-3894address: The Shops at Moorefields VillageWe opened Frankiberri in 2012 with a great deal of excitement and desire to provide the best frozen yogurt dishes to the Ashburn, Sterling, Chantilly and Leesburg area. We are family owned and run business, not a franchise, and that means that every fruitful, candy rich frozen yogurt dish that you have with us was made with care and dedication. Our store is located in The Shops at Moorefields Village in Ashburn, Virginia and it has been built to give you and your loved ones a fun place to meet, chat, surf the internet, play on our Ipads, have a birthday party, and even close a business deal with the best ingredients, flavor combinations, and service possible! -
address: 44110 Ashburn Shopping PlazaSpecializes in authentic Greek cuisine. The gyros and souvlaki are delicious.
Drink
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phone: +1 571 291-2083address: 21730 Red Rum Dr #142Craft beers brewed on site.
Sleep
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phone: +1-703-723-6969address: 22390 Flagstaff PlazaComplimentary WiFi access, free shuttle service to and from Dulles International Airport.
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Embassy Suites Dulles - North/Loudoun
phone: +1-703-723-5300address: 44610 Waxpool RoadComplimentary cooked-to-order breakfast and evening reception. -
Hilton Garden Inn Dulles North
phone: +1-703-723-8989address: 22400 Flagstaff PlazaComplimentary WiFi, parking and shuttle to Dulles airport and businesses. -
Homewood Suites by Hilton Dulles-North/Loudoun
phone: +1-703-723-7500address: 44620 Waxpool RoadExtended stay hotel. Complimentary hot full breakfast each morning and evening dinner and drinks Monday through Thursday. -
SpringHill Suites Ashburn Dulles North
phone: +1 703 723-9300address: 20065 Lakeview Center Plaza