Things to Do

Things To Do

Trump National Golf Club is perfectly situated on 800 scenic acres along the majestic Potomac River, offering a serene luxury retreat just 25-30 miles (about 45 minutes' drive) northwest of downtown Washington, DC, with easy access to the capital's iconic monuments, museums, and attractions as well as nearby upscale shopping, and hiking trails.

Here are a few activities to do in the surrounding areas and in D.C.:

Shopping

Shop at Tysons Corner Center — one of the largest malls on the East Coast with over 300 stores (Apple, Nordstrom, Macy's, Bloomingdale's), dining, and a cinema (about 20-25 minute drive from Trump National Golf Club).
Indulge in luxury shopping at Tysons Galleria — upscale mall featuring high-end brands like Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and Saks Fifth Avenue, with fine dining options.

Explore The Boro — a modern mixed-use district in Tysons with boutique shops, restaurants, entertainment, and outdoor spaces for a more vibrant, walkable shopping experience.

Touring Washington, D.C.

Walk the National Mall — strolling the expansive grassy pathway between the U.S. Capitol and Lincoln Memorial, pausing for iconic views and reflections at the towering Washington Monument and serene Reflecting Pool, and exploring nearby memorials like the Vietnam Veterans, World War II, and Martin Luther King Jr. for a deeply inspiring open-air experience of American history and grandeur.

Explore Smithsonian Museums — free entry to a world-class collection of institutions clustered around the National Mall, where you can marvel at iconic aircraft and spacecraft in the National Air and Space Museum, encounter towering dinosaurs and sparkling gems in the National Museum of Natural History, explore American cultural treasures like the Star-Spangled Banner in the National Museum of American History, and discover art, history, and innovation across additional gems like the Arts and Industries Building—all for an enriching, self-paced day of discovery.
Tour the U.S. Capitol, White House (exterior views), or Arlington National Cemetery — A rewarding day in Washington, DC combines a guided tour of the historic U.S. Capitol's grand Rotunda and chambers, iconic exterior views and photos of the White House from Lafayette Square or the Ellipse, and a solemn visit to Arlington National Cemetery's vast rows of headstones, JFK's eternal flame, and the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

Enjoy Georgetown — This charming neighborhood offers cobblestone streets, boutique shopping, waterfront views along the Potomac, upscale dining, and a vibrant, walkable vibe distinct from the monumental core

Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center

The Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center is the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum’s companion facility located near Washington Dulles International Airport in Chantilly, Virginia. Housed in two massive hangars, it displays hundreds of historic aircraft and spacecraft that are too large for the main museum on the National Mall. Highlights include the Space Shuttle Discovery, the Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird, a supersonic Concorde, and the B-29 Superfortress Enola Gay. It offers an impressive, up-close look at aviation and space exploration history in an open, hangar-style setting.

Hiking

Hike at Great Falls Park — dramatic Potomac River waterfalls, overlooks, and trails; (~10-15 minutes).
Explore Algonkian Regional Park — trails, Potomac views, and picnic areas (very close, ~5 minutes).

Try Scott’s Run Nature Preserve or other local trails for waterfalls and nature

Nearby Spas

Spa Minérale at Lansdowne Resort (Leesburg, VA) — A full-service resort spa offering massages, facials, body treatments, and amenities like sauna, steam room, and whirlpool in a serene, mineral-inspired setting.

Salamander Spa at Salamander Middleburg (Middleburg, VA) — Forbes Five-Star luxury spa in a prestigious resort, featuring premium treatments, indoor/outdoor pools, sauna, steam, and equestrian-inspired wellness in Virginia's horse country.
Woodhouse Day Spa (Leesburg, VA) — Upscale day spa specializing in luxurious massages, facials, body treatments, and pedicures in a tranquil, transformative environment with a quiet room for pre- and post-treatment relaxation.
The Ritz-Carlton Spa (Tysons Corner, VA) — Elegant hotel spa providing high-end massages, facials, and body therapies with access to an indoor pool, sauna, steam room, and fitness center for ultimate pampering.

Aura Spa (Reston, VA) — Modern wellness-focused day spa offering massages, facials, waxing, advanced recovery treatments (like IV therapy and cryotherapy), plus sauna and steam in a convenient urban location.