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Springfield is located 22 miles southwest of Washington, D.C., via the I-95 in Fairfax County. It's a small community known for its thriving business and retail districts. Springfield Town Center, formerly Springfield Mall, is the main shopping destination in the area. The center of town, conveniently accessible from Route 644, offers a blend of office complexes and dining opportunities with development spurred by the region's proximity to the nation's capital. Outdoor enthusiasts in Springfield, Virginia, have easy access to nearly 400 county parks and more than 20,000 acres of green space, which includes Mason Neck State Park and the Washington and Old Dominion Railroad Trail.

Key facts

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) in Arlington, Virginia, is the closest major airport to Springfield. Most people in the area tend to get around by car because the city is accessible by way of the Springfield Interchange, which encompasses three interstates: I-95, I-395 and I-495. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority provides bus transportation to the area as does Greyhound. You'll also find two rail stations in town.

Hints and tips

The region is characterized by warm summers, mild autumns and typically colder winters with an average of 44 inches of rain and 37 inches of snow annually. Most of the bars and clubs in town can be found in Springfield Plaza.