Arlington Travel Guide 2026
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Densifying urban county just across the river from Washington, D.C.
Quick facts
Pop. ~240k67 km² (26 sq mi)EST/EDT (UTCâ5/â4)DCACivil War era cemeteries and streetcaâŚ
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| Population | approximately 240 thousand (2020 census, county as city) |
|---|---|
| Area | approximately 67 km² (26 sq mi) (compact urban county) |
| Elevation | approximately 30 m |
| Founded / established | Civil War era cemeteries and streetcar suburbs; Pentagon corridor |
| Time zone | EST/EDT (UTCâ5/â4) |
| Nearest airport | Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) |
| Languages | English, Spanish widely spoken |
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- Last updated: March 2026
- 1 active categories and 10 ranked listings.
- Overall city score: 7.3/10.
- Cost level: $$.
- Top categories: Restaurants & Food (10).
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