Rosslyn, Arlington

Name: Rosslyn
Address: 1901 North Fort Myer Drive, Arlington, United States

#49 among attractions in Arlington

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Facts and practical information

Rosslyn is a heavily urbanized unincorporated area in Northern Virginia located in the northeastern corner of Arlington County, Virginia, north of Arlington National Cemetery and directly across the Potomac River from Georgetown and Foggy Bottom in Washington, D.C. ()

Coordinates: 38°53'48"N, 77°4'21"W

Address

1901 North Fort Myer DriveNorth Arlington (North Rosslyn)Arlington United States

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Day trips

Rosslyn – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Marine Corps War Memorial, Washington Harbour, Georgetown Park, Netherlands Carillon.

0.5 miS
Statue honoring World War II marines
Marine Corps War Memorial, Arlington
12 min walk • The Marine Corps War Memorial, also known as the Iwo Jima Memorial, stands as a solemn tribute to all the Marines who have given their lives in defense of the United States since 1775. Located in Arlington, Virginia, this iconic memorial park is a poignant reminder of...
0.8 miNE
Sailing, Historic walking areas, Marina
Washington Harbour, Washington D.C.
20 min walk • Washington Harbour is a premier destination in the heart of Washington D.C., known for its vibrant marina and waterfront experience. Nestled along the scenic Potomac River in the historic Georgetown neighborhood, Washington Harbour offers visitors and residents alike...
0.8 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Georgetown Park, Arlington
20 min walk • Georgetown Park is a mixed use shopping mall and condominium complex in the Georgetown historic district of Washington, D.C. The Shops at Georgetown Park are located at 3222 M Street, NW.
0.6 miS
Tower, View point
Netherlands Carillon, Arlington
16 min walk • The Netherlands Carillon is a 127-foot tall campanile housing a 53-bell carillon located in Arlington, Virginia.
0.4 miN
Bridge
Key Bridge, Washington D.C.
10 min walk • The Francis Scott Key Bridge, more commonly known as the Key Bridge, is a six-lane reinforced concrete arch bridge conveying U.S.
0.7 miN
Monuments and statues
Statue of John Carroll, Washington D.C.
19 min walk • Bishop John Carroll is a statue by the sculptor Jerome Connor commemorating Archbishop John Carroll, the founder of Georgetown University and the first Catholic bishop in the United States.
0.7 miN
Church
Dahlgren Chapel of the Sacred Heart, Washington D.C.
18 min walk • Dahlgren Chapel of the Sacred Heart, often shortened to Dahlgren Chapel, is a Roman Catholic chapel located in Dahlgren Quadrangle on the main campus of Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. Built in 1893, it is located in the historic center of the campus.
0.8 miNE
Dancing, Nightlife
Blues Alley, Arlington
20 min walk • Blues Alley, founded in 1965, is a jazz nightclub in the Georgetown neighborhood of Washington, D.C.
0.6 miN
View point
Exorcist Steps, Washington D.C.
16 min walk • The Exorcist steps, which used to be called the "Hitchcock steps," are concrete stairs, continuing 36th Street, descending from the corner of Prospect St and 36th St NW, down to a small parking lot, set back from the intersection of M Street NW, Canal Rd NW, and Whitehurst Freeway NW in the Georgetown neighborhood of Washington, D.C.
0.7 miN
Church, Universities and schools
Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Washington D.C.
19 min walk • Holy Trinity Catholic Church is a Catholic church run by the Jesuit order that is located in the Georgetown neighborhood of Washington, D.C. in the United States.
~1170 ftSE
Park
Freedom Park, Arlington
6 min walk • Freedom Park is a two block long elevated linear park in the Rosslyn section of Arlington, Virginia. It was built on an elevated concrete structure originally constructed for use as an automobile overpass, and as such, rises above and over the surrounding streets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Rosslyn?

Nearby attractions include Artisphere, Arlington (5 min walk), Freedom Park, Arlington (6 min walk), Rosslyn Twin Towers, Arlington (8 min walk), Key Bridge, Washington D.C. (10 min walk).

How to get to Rosslyn by public transport?

The nearest stations to Rosslyn:

Bus

Rosslyn Metro Bay B • Lines: 15K (2 min walk)
Rosslyn Metro Bay A • Lines: 55 (2 min walk)

Metro

Rosslyn • Lines: Bl, Or, Sv (3 min walk)
Court House • Lines: Or, Sv (21 min walk)