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Bristow

Virginia, United States · North America

About Bristow

Bristow sits on the route: 10 minutes from Nokesville, 46km from Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial.

Bristow is a town located in Virginia, United States. With a population of 8,910, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Bristow sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/New York time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Bristow to your route.

About Bristow

Bristow is an unincorporated community of Prince William County, Virginia, United States, located approximately 30 miles (48 km) from Washington, D.C. It is situated between Manassas and Gainesville. As of 2014, the total population was 29,346, a 287% increase since 2000. The Bristow community is formally included in

Read more the Linton Hall, Virginia census-designated place (CDP) Bristow was voted "Best Place for Homeownership in Virginia" by the Nerd Wallet.

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Bristow offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Bristow located?

Bristow is located in Virginia, United States, North America. The coordinates are 38.7229 latitude, -77.5361 longitude.

What is the population of Bristow?

Bristow has a population of approximately 8,910 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
8,910
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
Virginia
Timezone
America/New_York
Coordinates
38.7229, -77.5361

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911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
right

AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.

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Worth the detour from Bristow

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

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Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial

Powerful stone monument on the National Mall honouring the civil rights leader, featuring a 9-metre carved figure emerging from rock.

46 km · about 55 min drive

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Vietnam Veterans Memorial

Moving black granite wall inscribed with the names of more than 58,000 American service members who died in the Vietnam War.

46 km · about 55 min drive

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Lincoln Memorial

Neoclassical memorial honouring Abraham Lincoln, featuring a massive seated statue and the site of Martin Luther King's famous speech.

46 km · about 55 min drive

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Jefferson Memorial

Neoclassical domed memorial on the Tidal Basin dedicated to Thomas Jefferson, author of the Declaration of Independence.

47 km · about 55 min drive

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World War II Memorial

Grand open-air memorial on the National Mall honouring the 16 million Americans who served in the Second World War.

47 km · about 55 min drive

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The White House

Official residence and workplace of the President of the United States since 1800, a symbol of American democracy.

47 km · about 55 min drive

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Washington Monument

Towering 169-metre marble obelisk on the National Mall honouring America's first president, George Washington.

47 km · about 55 min drive

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National Mall

America's front yard stretching from the US Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial, lined with iconic monuments, memorials, and Smithsonian museums.

48 km · about 55 min drive

Driving roads near Bristow

  • 74 kmStony Man Overlook (Skyline Drive)The highest viewpoint accessible by car on Skyline Drive, with a short trail to a 4,011-foot summit overlooking the Shenandoah Valley.
  • 75 kmThorofare Mountain Overlook (Skyline Drive)One of 75 overlooks along Shenandoah's Skyline Drive, offering views of the Blue Ridge Mountains rolling in misty waves to the horizon.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Bristow.

Nokesville

🇺🇸 United States

5 km awayPop. 1,354

Linton Hall

🇺🇸 United States

5 km awayPop. 35,725

Manassas

🇺🇸 United States

6 km awayPop. 41,764

Bull Run

🇺🇸 United States

7 km awayPop. 14,983

West Gate

🇺🇸 United States

7 km awayPop. 8,046

Sudley

🇺🇸 United States

8 km awayPop. 16,203

Loch Lomond

🇺🇸 United States

9 km awayPop. 3,701

Manassas Park

🇺🇸 United States

9 km awayPop. 15,726

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