Overview
Chantilly is a city in Fairfax County, Virginia near Dulles International Airport. The Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center of the National Air and Space Museum is the most popular attraction in Chantilly.
4 sights · 1 things to do · 5 places to eat · 1 bars & cafés · 8 places to stay
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Best things about Chantilly
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center - National Air and Space Museum
Located near Dulles International Airport, this Smithsonian museum opened in 2003 to house many illustrious air/spacecraft that would not fit into the 1976 museum in the National Mall. The Udvar-Hazy collection includes …
Ox Hill Battlefield Park
A 5-acre (2-ha) farmland on which a major Civil War battle took place
Ellanor C. Lawrence Park
Ellanor C. Lawrence Park is a large area preserved for the multitude of wild animals and plants. The park has various historic buildings, such as a smokehouse, dairy complex, beehives and gardens. It also has multiple sp…
Sully Historic Site
Is the house of Richard Bland Lee, the first North Virginia Congressman. The house reflects the historic era and style, consisting of authentic antique furniture and utensils.
Pleasant Valley Golfer’s Club at Richard Jones Park
Pleasant Valley Golfer's Club is privately own, with 18-holes.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Apr–Oct. Summer highs reach about 90°F; winter lows dip to about 30°F. Very hot (Jul) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Jul and Jun. (climate data from nearby Washington, D.C.)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- IAD Washington Dulles International Airport, Dulles — 4 mi away (major hub). Directions
- DCA Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Washington — 21 mi away (major hub). Directions
The Dulles International Airport (IAD) is close to the Air and Space Museum. To get to the museum from the airport, take Fairfax Connector bus 983.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center - National Air and Space Museum, Sully Historic Site, Ellanor C. Lawrence Park
- Lunch Bob Evans Restaurant
- Afternoon Ox Hill Battlefield Park, Pleasant Valley Golfer’s Club at Richard Jones Park
- Dinner China Cafe
- Evening Bungalow Billiards & Brew Co
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
American food
Asian Food
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Get in
The Dulles International Airport (IAD) is close to the Air and Space Museum. To get to the museum from the airport, take Fairfax Connector bus 983.
By bus
- Fairfax Connector is the local bus service. A few useful routes: #650 connects to the Metro Orange Line at Vienna/Fairfax-GMU station, #901 connects to the Metro Silver Line at Herndon station, and #983 runs between the Udvar-Hazy Center (see below) and Dulles Airport.
By car
Get around
- Car - A car would be the best mode of transportation in Chantilly.
See
See Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center - National Air and Space Museum
Located near Dulles International Airport, this Smithsonian museum opened in 2003 to house many illustrious air/spacecraft that would not fit into the 1976 museum in the National Mall. The Udvar-Hazy collection includes the SR-71 "Blackbird" spy plane, the Concorde supersonic jet, the Enola Gay B-29, the Super Constellation, and the space shuttle Discovery. In addition, the museum contain an observation tower and an IMAX theater. The museum is free; there is a charge for the IMAX. Parking is available for $15/vehicle. Public transportation to the Udvar-Hazy Center from Washington DC is now relatively easy; take the Silver Line Metro train to Innovation Center, then catch the 983 Fairfax Connector bus to the Udvar-Hazy Center. Buses run every 30 min M-F and once an hour on weekends. The 983 bus also stops at Dulles Airport, so it can be used by visitors with a layover there.
See Ellanor C. Lawrence Park
Ellanor C. Lawrence Park is a large area preserved for the multitude of wild animals and plants. The park has various historic buildings, such as a smokehouse, dairy complex, beehives and gardens. It also has multiple sport fields and hiking trails. It has meadow, ponds, and a forest.
Do
Do Pleasant Valley Golfer’s Club at Richard Jones Park
Pleasant Valley Golfer's Club is privately own, with 18-holes.
Hiking, biking, and camping are various outdoor activities that can be done at Ellanor C. Lawrence Park.
Buy
- Shayan Oriental Rugs & Antiques - 14240 Sullyfield Cir # J
- DJ Feathers Aviary - 14240-P Sullyfield Circle
Eat
American food
Asian Food
- Otani Japanese Steak House - 13952 Lee Jackson Memoria (Japanese)
- Wong Kok Asia Cuisine - 43090 Peacock Market Plz (Chinese/Japanese)
Italian and pizza
Mexican food
- Anita's New Mexico Style Mexican Food, Inc - 13921 Lee Jackson Memoria (Mexican)
Eat El Fresco Mexican Grill
Local restaurant; tasty, cheap lunch specials.
Cafe & deli
Drink
Drink Bungalow Billiards & Brew Co
The Bungalow Billiards and Brew Co is a billiards, bar, and restaurant consisting primarily of American food.
Sleep
Stay Comfort Suites Chantilly-Dulles Airport
Stay Extended Stay America
Stay Extended Stay Deluxe – Chantilly
Stay Hampton Inn Dulles South
- Holiday Inn Select Chantilly, 4335 Chantilly Shopping Center
- Homestead Studio Suites, 4504 Brookfield Corporate Drive
- Hyatt Place Dulles Airport South, 4994 Westone Plaza
Stay Staybridge Suites Chantilly
Go next
- Centreville
- Fairfax has the most activities to do and places to see.
- Herndon has a great farm attraction. The farm is called Frying Pan Park and Kidwell Farm
- Reston is a good little escape for a small town center with good restaurants.
Nearby
Centreville
City / town · 12 listings · 4 mi away
Herndon
City / town · 21 listings · 6 mi away
Reston
City / town · 30 listings · 6 mi away
Fairfax
City / town · 28 listings · 7 mi away
Sterling
City / town · 21 listings · 8 mi away
Vienna
City / town · 10 listings · 9 mi away
Manassas
City / town · 21 listings · 10 mi away
Great Falls
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