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Arlington Virginia Map

Explore Arlington, Virginia, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Arlington, Virginia

How to Use This Arlington, Virginia Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Arlington, Virginia. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Virginia or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Arlington.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

CityArlington
StateVirginia (VA)
CountyArlington County
CountryUnited States of America
TimezoneEastern Time (America/New_York)
Latitude38.878337
Longitude-77.100703
Population238,643
Density3544.3 /km²
IncorporatedN/A
ZIP Codes22201, 23310, 22209
Area Code757, 703, 571
School DistrictArlington County Public Schools

About Arlington, Virginia

Arlington is a locality in Arlington County, Virginia, United States. With a population of 238,643, Arlington is a major urban centre in Virginia. The population density is 3544.3 people per km². Arlington is located at 38.8783°N, 77.1007°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP codes: 22201, 23310, 22209.

Arlington occupies a distinct space of high-density urban corridors and quiet, tree-lined residential neighborhoods that define the topography of this inland territory. The land here rises in elevations that suggest a long-settled maturity, with the distant silhouette of the Blue Ridge Mountains occasionally catching the light on exceptionally clear afternoons. Residents find a quiet connection to the natural world at District Court Plaza, which serves as a central point of orientation amidst the concrete and glass. Nearby, the dramatic descent of The Potomac Gorge carves a path through the earth, while the steady flow of Spout Run provides a constant, rhythmic presence just a short distance from the bustling streets. Travelers often seek out the path along the Chesapeake and Ohio Trail to experience the intersection of the rugged, wooded landscape and the structured development that characterizes the region.

Arlington traces its origins through a complex layering of colonial heritage and pivotal moments that shaped the American landscape. The land was originally part of a grant that saw the passage of centuries, evolving from quiet agrarian plots into a vital administrative and military center. Over time, the area developed a gravity of its own, drawing in those who sought to participate in the mechanisms of governance and national memory. This historical weight is felt in the hushed, orderly rows of the national cemetery, where the white marble markers create a stark, reflective contrast against the greenery. The identity of Arlington remains deeply tied to these foundational chapters, maintaining a sense of purpose that feels both immediate and enduring as the shadows lengthen across the lawns at dusk.

Arlington functions as a sophisticated engine of the regional economy, anchored by the presence of major federal departments and a robust private sector that thrives on high-level analysis and technology. The infrastructure is defined by a heavy reliance on a dense transit network that moves thousands of commuters through its corridors every morning, connecting the professional hubs to the quiet residential pockets. Higher education is represented by institutions such as George Mason University, which maintains a significant campus here, fostering a culture of research and intellectual exchange that permeates the local coffee shops and study halls. This economic vitality ensures that Arlington remains in a constant state of motion, balancing the demands of global commerce with the specialized needs of an educated, highly mobile workforce.

Arlington fosters a distinct cultural rhythm that bridges the intensity of professional life with the leisure of local festivals and public gatherings. While residents often look toward the major stadiums of the greater region for professional sports, the local spirit is best captured during seasonal community events where the sidewalks fill with neighbors and visitors alike. Landmarks such as the Pentagon serve as iconic, grounding features of the skyline, standing in contrast to the natural beauty found at Little Falls, where the water tumbles over rocks with a persistent, cooling sound. Those seeking moments of quiet reflection might visit the Reflecting Pool, where the stillness of the water mirrors the sky and provides a brief reprieve from the high-paced energy of the day. Famous figures associated with the broader narrative of the nation have walked these streets, leaving behind a legacy that continues to influence the character of the people who call Arlington their own.

Nearby Outdoor Places

  • Reclining Liberty (Public Artwork) — 0.3 mi, 341° N
  • Arlington Post Office (Monument) — 0.6 mi, 028° NE
  • Clarendon war Memorial (Monument) — 0.6 mi, 023° NE
  • Lubber Run Park (Local Park) — 0.8 mi, 245° SW
  • Cody Gallery (Gallery) — 0.9 mi, 289° W
  • Blue Star Memorial (Monument) — 0.9 mi, 079° E
  • Constitution Park Bell (Attraction) — 1.1 mi, 271° W
  • Washington and Old Dominion Trail (Local Park) — 1.3 mi, 210° SW
  • Rough Riders Monument (Attraction) — 1.3 mi, 099° E
  • Battle of the Bulge Memorial (Attraction) — 1.4 mi, 100° E
  • George Washington Memorial Parkway (National Park) — 1.4 mi, 015° N · 2,795 acres
  • USS Maine (Attraction) — 1.4 mi, 095° E
  • Viewing Area (Viewpoint) — 1.8 mi, 063° NE
  • Bay-Eva Castle (Historic Ruins) — 1.9 mi, 034° NE
  • Artisphere (Arts Centre) — 2.0 mi, 055° NE
  • Rosslyn Spectrum (Theatre) — 2.1 mi, 056° NE
  • Barry Gallery (Gallery) — 2.3 mi, 323° NW
  • McNeir Auditorium (Theatre) — 2.5 mi, 035° NE
  • Drug Enforcement Agency Museum and Visitors Center (Museum) — 2.5 mi, 112° E
  • Mario & Alberto De La Cruz Art Gallery (Gallery) — 2.5 mi, 041° NE
  • AMC Loews Georgetown 14 (Cinema) — 2.7 mi, 051° NE
  • Elizabeth Hartwell Mason Neck National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 15.7 mi, 191° S · 2,944 acres
  • Patuxent Research Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 17.7 mi, 058° NE · 26k acres

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About This Arlington Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Arlington, Virginia. Coordinates: 38.878337, -77.100703. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.

Detailed location data for Arlington includes the ZIP code (22201, 23310, 22209), telephone area code (757, 703, 571), county seat of Arlington County, and school district assignment (Arlington County Public Schools).

Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.

Page generatedSeptember 2026
Location dataSimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data
Map layersGoogle Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model)
Wikipedia validationArticle content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API.