Things to do in Washington
Popular picks: Visit the Smithsonian museums along the National Mall. · Tour the U.S. Capitol and learn about legislative processes. · Explore the monuments and memorials, including the Lincoln and Washington Memorials. · Stroll through the historic Georgetown neighborhood. · Attend a performance at the Kennedy Center.
Smithsonian National Zoological ParkFree4.6Discover thousands of animals at Washington's iconic free historic zoo
The Capital Wheel$$4.6Soar above National Harbor for sweeping views of the Potomac skyline
Bladensburg Waterfront ParkFree4.5Scenic Anacostia River park offering pontoon boat tours and trails
Capital Crescent TrailFree4.5Scenic eleven mile trail connecting Georgetown to Bethesda along the Potomac
Meridian Hill ParkFree4.5Historic urban national park featuring tiered fountains and vibrant community gatherings.
Anacostia ParkFree4.4A scenic Washington riverfront park featuring trails, sports, and outdoor skating.
Woodrow Wilson Memorial BridgeFree4.4A scenic Potomac River bridge linking Virginia, Maryland, and Washington
Benjamin Banneker ParkFree4.3A scenic historic memorial plaza overlooking the Potomac River waterfront
Ballston Quarter$4.1A vibrant urban shopping and dining destination in Arlington Virginia
Capitol RiverfrontFreeA vibrant waterfront neighborhood filled with dining, parks, and baseball
Cleveland ParkFreeA charming historic Washington neighborhood with classic architecture and leafy streets
Dupont CircleFreeA vibrant historic neighborhood centered around an iconic marble fountain park
Fort Dupont ParkFreeDiscover historic Civil War earthworks and scenic trails in Southeast D.C.
Franklin Delano Roosevelt MemorialFreeAn outdoor memorial honoring President Roosevelt along Washington's scenic Tidal Basin.
Mason Neck State ParkFreeDiscover peaceful wetlands, riverfront trails, and nesting bald eagles near Washington.
Old Town Alexandria$Explore historic cobblestone streets, boutique shopping, and vibrant waterfront dining.
Skyline DriveFreeA breathtaking scenic highway winding through the Blue Ridge Mountains
Tidal BasinFreeIconic Washington reservoir framed by historic monuments and cherry blossoms
Towers ParkFreeA vibrant community park featuring sports courts, playgrounds, and dog-friendly spaces.
United States National ArboretumFreeSprawling botanical museum showcasing plant collections and iconic historic Capitol columns
Walter Pierce ParkFreeA vibrant community green space with rich history in Adams Morgan
Woodley ParkFreeCharming Washington DC neighborhood offering historic architecture and prime dining destinations.
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