Sterling Travel Guide

Sterling, situated among the rolling hills of Loudon County, is a picturesque city with ties to an extensive farming past. Today, however, the Sterling area offers residents everything they need to live a modern 21st century lifestyle. From family fun centers to challenging nature trails, Sterling has something for everyone.

Things to Do in Sterling

Visitors can step back in time to experience the life of Sterling's early farmers by visiting the Heritage Farm Museum, where they can milk a life-sized cow, attend a class, or browse the general store. Claude Moore Park and Recreation Sportsplex offers a variety of activities all under one roof, including hiking, fishing, baseball, and biking.

Visitors can go rock climbing at Sportrock Climbing Centers, challenge their puzzle solving skills at Escape Room Loudoun, sample fine wines at Rocket Frog Brewing Company, go scuba diving with Nautilus Aquatics, and go go-karting at Autobahn Indoor Speedway. Other fun activities include bowling, swimming, and going to the movies.

Best Places to Stay in Sterling

Booking a vacation rental in Sterling means that guests are close to the Dulles International Airport and many state parks, making for convenient travel and opportunities for scenic day trips. It also means that each guest gets to stay in a luxurious rental that is kept clean and tidy, and features modern amenities such as internet and TV. The most popular area of town to stay in is the general downtown area.

Best Time to Visit Sterling

The best time to visit Sterling is from early June to the middle of July. During this time, the weather is warm and ideal for summer activities.

Best Events in Sterling

Each year Sterling hosts a variety of public events. Although all are spectacular, some stand out more than others. A few of the best include the Jazz Poetry Slam, Ramadan & Eid Bazaar, Lights on Loudoun, Mall-O-Ween Halloween Event, and the Easter Egg Hunt.

Things to Do for Families in Sterling

Downpour Algonkian, Sterling's largest water park, is a family friendly attraction that has everyone howling with laughter. The park features 140-foot water slides, a pool with a unique shape, a splash tower, children's slides, and a variety of water toys.

Frying Pan Farm Park has enough attractions to keep even the most energetic of travelers busy. The farm features live farm animals, a playground, an old-fashioned country store, wagon and carousel rides, farmhouse tours, and family friendly concerts.

For an afternoon of active family fun, visitors can make their way to ZavaZone, an indoor entertainment facility that features trampolines, climbing walls, obstacle courses, and much more.