Warrenton is a town situated in Fauquier County, Virginia, within the Piedmont region just east of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It serves as the county seat and is located at the intersection of U.S. Routes 15, 17, 29, and 211. The town's population grew from 6,670 in 2000 to a recorded 10,057 in the 2020 census.
The area surrounding Warrenton is characterized by wine and horse country, making it a frequent destination for those traveling from Washington, D.C. Notable nearby landmarks include the Airlie Conference Center, located three miles north of the town, and the historic Vint Hill Farms military facility, situated nine miles to the east.