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Census-designated place in Virginia, United States
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Reston is in Virginia, United States of America) and is 20 miles (32 km) west of Washington, D.C. The population of Reston is approximately 58,000 people (2010).
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The Reston Zoo features several animals such as zebras, monkeys, and camels. It has a petting barn, exhibits, pony rides and wagon rides around the park. Admission is $12 for adults and $9 for children. The zoo is closed for the winter from November 28th to March 10th.
Includes a water park with slides, etc...
Designed by Ed Ault.
Four major productions per season. This all-volunteer production company began in 1972 and has performed a variety of shows throughout the years. The shows are staged at the Reston Community Center
Exhibits, classes, and seminars for all ages.
American food with a happening bar scene.
Spanish small plates & wine presented in rustic yet elegant digs with an outdoor patio.
Designed as a traditional downtown cityscape, not an enclosed mall. Dine al fresco at Fountain Plaza in the Summer, or skate in the outdoor rink in Winter.
The Container Store, Men's Warehouse, Office Depot, PetSmart, and Harris Teeter.
Michael's Arts and Crafts, Ann Taylor Loft, CVS Pharmacy, Total Wine, and Whole Foods Market.
Local arts and crafts.
By plane
Reston is a 10-minute drive from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). A taxi from the airport costs roughly $18 and most hotels in Reston offer free shuttle service to the airport.
By car
Reston is accessible from the Fairfax County Parkway, the Reston Parkway (West Ox Road in Fairfax County), the Leesburg Pike (Rte 7), and the Dulles Toll Road (Rte 267).
By bus
Fairfax Connector operates bus service around Reston and the surrounding areas.
By car
Roads in Reston tend to be very winding and may require the use of a GPS.
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Dulles · International · IAD
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