Fall is a magical time, especially in our nation's capital. The weather is finally cooling off from the terrible August heat, the leaves are changing, and there are plenty of things that you can only do this time of year. So here are three things to check out this Fall in DC.

1. Apple Picking

There is nothing better than a fresh picked apple in the fall. Something about the crisp apple matching the crisp fall air just seems perfect in my mind. And even better is picking your own! Apple picking is a great weekend activity for groups, couples, and families. Plus it's super insta-worthy. Check out these places to pick your own apples.

2. Go to a Fall Festival/Pumpkin Patch

This honestly is my favorite fall tradition. The little kid in me goes wild at the idea of the hay ride, the corn maze, and getting to pick out my own pumpkin from the patch. This is a great date idea, one of my first and favorites with my boyfriend, or a great group activity. Butler's Orchard has a great pumpkin festival that I highly recommend.

3. Take a ghost tour

DC is rich in history, obviously, but there is also a darker side to all the history. If you want to get in the fall/Halloween spirit than a ghost tour is a perfect idea and DC is the perfect place for one. Check out this website for two really great tours in DC and this for an Alexandria tour.

Fall is my favorite time of the year and DC is probably my favorite place to spend fall. Not only is it beautiful this time of year but between the entire DMV area there are so many opportunities for fall fun. These three are my fall must dos, what are yours?