Arlington County, the smallest county in the United States, spans just 26 square miles. Located directly across the Potomac River from Washington, DC, Arlington is the home of some of the nation's most notable landmarks including The Pentagon, Arlington National Cemetary, Roosevelt Island and the headquarters for the US Department of Defense.
Arlington County is divided among smaller submarkets:
Ballston, Arlington's hub of science and technology
Clarendon, the heart of Arlington's nightlife and dining scene
Columbia Pike, Arlington's original Main Street
Courthouse, Arlington's community space
Crystal City, Arlington's business core
Pentagon City, Arlington's shopping mecca
Rossyln, Washington DC's skyline
Shirlington, Arlington's arts and entertainment district
and Virginia Square, Arlington's educational and cultural center.
Residents and vistors of Arlington County can easy access its landmarks, parks, shops, restaurants, and cultural venues via the Metrorail line.