Reston Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

About Reston

Founded in 1964 by Robert E. Simon (RESton), Reston was the first modern planned community in the United States. Simon purchased a 6,750 acre tract using the proceeds from the sale of Carnegie Hall, which was owned by his family. Reston includes several planned urban developments, includingLake Anne Plaza,Reston Town Center, andReston Station. The city is home to offices of many high tech companies, such as AOL, Microsoft, Accenture, and the US Geological Survey.

Top Attractions in Reston

Explore the best things to see and do in Reston:

• ★Baron Cameron Park
• ★Greater Reston Arts Center
• ★Ice Skating at Reston Town Center Pavilion
• ★Lake Fairfax Park & The Water Mine Family Swimmin' Hole
• ★Reston Community Players
• ★Reston National Golf Course
• ★Reston Zoo

Where to Eat in Reston

Must-try local food and restaurants:

• 🍴Ariake Japanese Restaurant
• 🍴Big Bowl - Asian Fusion
• 🍴Il Fornaio Cucina Italiana
• 🍴PassionFish Seafood
• 🍴Uncle Julio's Rio Grande Café

Where to Stay in Reston

• 🏨Comfort Inn
• 🏨Hyatt Regency Reston
• 🏨Sheraton Reston Hotel
• 🏨Westin Reston Heights

Reston Travel Guide Sections

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