Herndon Travel Guide

Welcome to Herndon!

Herndon is located in the state of Virginia and is set among a landscape of high rise buildings and industrial complexes while still retaining its small town charm with well-kept neighborhoods, parks and gardens. The town was named after Commander William Lewis Herndon, an American naval explorer. The area was once home to a railroad but it has now been converted to a hiking and biking trail known as The Washington and Old Dominion Trail (W&OD). Herndon is home to many parks that are ideal for playing a variety of sports or enjoying the afternoon with a family picnic. For those wanting to learn more about the town's history, the Herndon Depot Museum showcases railroad memorabilia and artifacts from local residents. Annual events in the area include the spring time Herndon Festival, offering a whole lot of fun for the whole family, while Friday Night Live! celebrates summer with a series of outdoor concerts. A popular nearby attraction is the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA. The museum displays thousands of aviation and space artifacts.