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.
Martin Luther King, Jr. MemorialFree4.9Inspiring Tidal Basin memorial honoring civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King
National Symphony Orchestra$$4.9Experience premier classical music performances at Washington's iconic Kennedy Center.
Vietnam Veterans MemorialFree4.9A poignant National Mall memorial honoring fallen Vietnam War service members
World War II MemorialFree4.9Honoring millions of Americans who served during the Second World War.
John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts$$4.8America's premier cultural center for world-class theater, music, and dance.
National Gallery of ArtFree4.8Discover world class fine art masterpieces along the iconic National Mall
National MallFree4.8America's iconic national parkland home to famous monuments and museums
National Museum of African American History and CultureFree4.8Explore the powerful story and rich heritage of African American history.
National Portrait GalleryFree4.8Explore America's history and culture through compelling portraits of iconic figures.
Shakespeare Theatre Company: Harman Hall$$4.8Modern Downtown Washington venue presenting classic and contemporary theatrical performances.
Smithsonian American Art Museum$$$4.8Discover centuries of creative American heritage inside a historic landmark building
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural HistoryFree4.8Explore towering dinosaur fossils, rare gems, and earth's natural wonders.
Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company$$4.8An intimate theatre venue showcasing provocative modern plays in downtown Washington
Arena Stage$$4.7A pioneer of regional theater showcasing diverse American performing arts.
Ford's Theatre National Historic Site$$4.7Discover Abraham Lincoln's legacy at Washington's historic theater and museum site
National Archives MuseumFree4.7Home of America's founding documents and historic national treasures
National Gallery of Art – Sculpture GardenFree4.7A serene outdoor oasis featuring modern sculptures and a central fountain
National Museum of Health and MedicineFree4.7Explore military medical history through fascinating anatomical specimens and historical exhibits.
National Museum of Women in the Arts$4.7Discover the world's premier museum exclusively dedicated to women artists.
Smithsonian National Museum of American HistoryFree4.7Discover the heritage, cultural icons, and history shaping the American story.
Studio Theatre$$4.7Contemporary Washington theater showcasing bold new writing in intimate performance spaces
The Phillips Collection$$4.7Discover America's first museum of modern art in historic Dupont Circle
9:30 Club$4.6Iconic Washington D.C. music venue hosting top indie and mainstream acts
Atlas Performing Arts Center$$4.6A vibrant restored Art Deco venue for live performing arts
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