The Top 20 Attractions around Franconia
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Franconia. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Franconia is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 13, 2025
Lake Mercer
Highlight • Lake
A truly lovely place where people can spend time with friends or their family.
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Bluemont Caboose
Highlight • Historical Site
The Bluemont Caboose, now housed on a specially built rail bed behind the Bluemont Community Center, is a historical bit of the Washington and Old Dominion Railroad's (W&OD) legacy. Once …
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George Washington's Mount Vernon
Highlight • Historical Site
Built in 1758, Mount Vernon was the home and plantation of the first president of the United States – George Washington. The wooden house and its sprawling grounds are a …
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Alexandria City Marina
Highlight • Structure
From the Alexandria City Marina, visitors can get a waterfront view of the city. The marina, along with the other waterfront parks in the area that touch the borders of …
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Contrabands and Freedmen Cemetery Memorial
Highlight • Monument
The Contrabands and Freedmen Cemetery Memorial is a memorial that was erected in 2014 on the site of the cemetery of the same name to honor the memory of the …
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