Neighborhood guide

Woodbridge, Virginia

A place to work well, a place to call home, and a more affordable Northern Virginia community.

Living in Woodbridge

Welcome to Woodbridge.

Woodbridge is in Prince William County, about 20 miles south of D.C., with highly rated schools and easy commutes to both Fort Belvoir and Quantico.

It offers the convenience of nearby towns and cities via the I-95 Express Lanes, with the bonus of natural beauty: the town borders Belmont Bay and includes part of the Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge.

Woodbridge

What’s It Like?

Woodbridge combines waterfront living with suburban convenience. You’ll find marinas, quiet neighborhoods, newer communities and plenty of space, often at a better value than neighborhoods closer to D.C.

Marina on the Occoquan River
Woodbridge

Things to Do

Families of teens and young children will find no shortage of things to do, from bowling and escape rooms to Build-A-Bear Workshop and live music around town.

Live music on stage
Woodbridge

Food Finds

Locals love The Harbour Grille, a laid-back spot with American food, live music and deck views of the Occoquan River. For a steak night, try Firebirds Wood Fired Grill. Potomac Mills also has plenty of dining, from fast casual to sit-down.

Restaurant buffet
Woodbridge

The Great Outdoors

Start with Leesylvania State Park, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, with plenty of water activities. Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge offers marshes, meadows, woods and shoreline in a peaceful setting, and Prince William Forest Park is close by for hiking and camping.

Sailboats at sunset on the Potomac
Woodbridge

Shopping

Potomac Mills is one of the largest malls in the region, with more than 200 stores and outlets, so most shopping trips start and end in one place.

Potomac Mills entrance
Woodbridge

Getting Around

Beyond easy access to I-95, OmniRide offers commuter buses to major job centers, and the Woodbridge VRE station has commuter trains into Alexandria and D.C.

VRE commuter train

From a sprawling wildlife refuge to one of the region’s biggest malls, Woodbridge offers plenty to do and great places to eat. If you want suburban life within reach of good schools and shopping, Woodbridge is it.

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