Looking for a new, exciting way to break a sweat—outside the gym? Manassas's Vertical Rock Climbing and Fitness Center is the best place to conquer a fear, get a fix for adrenaline, or simply enjoy an out-of-the-ordinary workout.

Open climbs are a great way to get in a workout or introduce a date to climbing. The rate for open climbs runs $20 for 3 climbs and additional $5 for each climb after. Pay another $7 to play around on the bouldering walls where no harness is required. If you're just getting started, know that Vertical Rock takes safety very seriously. The "learn the ropes" class will take you through the basics and put you up on a wall fit for you. More experienced climbers will go through a belay test before conquering the tougher courses.

Vertical Rock is kid friendly and makes for a great birthday party. Call to set it up and an instructor will be there to help your little one and their friends get vertical!

Vertical Rock Climbing & Fitness Center
10225 Nokesville Road
Manassas, VA 20110
(855) 822-5462
www.climb-va.com

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You can delve deep into the history of the northern Virginia Piedmont region with a visit to the Manassas Museum. Open Tuesdays through Sundays, this community resource hosts exhibits pertaining to our region's settlement through its reconstruction after the Civil War.

And now that spring is officially back, the Manassas Museum is once again offering its popular Historic Downtown Walking Tours! Offered every Thursday and Friday at noon, these one-hour-long walking tours provide history buffs with an in-depth look at Manassas's landmark buildings, its townspeople, and its part in the Civil War.

The walking tours are led by costumed guides, adding authenticity to the narration. What's more, the tours are free with museum admission!

Historic Downtown Walking Tours
Thursdays and Fridays, April through October
Departs from the Manassas Museum
9101 Prince William St
Manassas, VA 20110
visitmanassas.org/event/historic-downtown-walking-tours/?instance_id=70731
www.virginia.org/listings/Tours/HistoricDowntownManassasWalkingTours

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If you're from the Philadelphia area and looking for a taste of home—literally—in Manassas, you'll love The Philadelphia Tavern. This casual bar and grill is located just minutes from The Courts at Historic Manassas, and not only does it serve a menu of Philly-style fare, it even contains an antique, 1800s bar that was transported all the way from the City of Brotherly Love.

That's not to say you need to hail from Philly to this eatery's authentic cheesesteaks! What's more, Philadelphia Tavern's menu also includes fresh salads, hearty dinnertime entrees, and shareable appetizers, and the bar serves microbrews sourced from the Philadelphia area. Stop in to catch a Flyers or Eagles game on the many flatscreen televisions, or enjoy the sunny outdoor patio with friends on a warm afternoon!

Philadelphia Tavern
9413 Main St
Manassas, VA 20110
(703) 393-1776
philadelphiatavern.com

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