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.
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 African ArtFree4.7Discover diverse contemporary and historical African art on the National Mall
Smithsonian National Museum of American HistoryFree4.7Discover the heritage, cultural icons, and history shaping the American story.
Smithsonian's National Postal MuseumFree4.7Explore America's fascinating postal history and stamp collections near Union Station.
Studio Theatre$$4.7Contemporary Washington theater showcasing bold new writing in intimate performance spaces
The Kreeger Museum$4.7Discover 19th and 20th century masterpieces inside a Philip Johnson home.
The Phillips Collection$$4.7Discover America's first museum of modern art in historic Dupont Circle
United States Botanic GardenFree4.7Discover a lush living plant museum on the U.S. Capitol grounds.
9:30 Club$4.6Iconic Washington D.C. music venue hosting top indie and mainstream acts
Atlas Performing Arts Center$$4.6A vibrant restored Art Deco venue for live performing arts
GALA Hispanic Theatre$$4.6A premier center for Spanish and English theatrical arts in Washington
The DC Improv Comedy Club$$4.6Washington's premier subterranean comedy club featuring top national and local talent
United States CapitolFree4.6Explore the iconic home of American democracy in Washington, D.C.
Hirshhorn MuseumFree4.5Experience cutting-edge modern and contemporary art on the National Mall.
Lincoln Theatre$$4.5Historic Washington venue showcasing vibrant live music, comedy, and cultural performances.
National Archives Research Center$$4.5Explore historical records and genealogical treasures at Washington's research facility.
National Museum of the American Indian$$$4.5Explore diverse Native American history and culture on the National Mall
National Theatre DC$$4.5Historic venue hosting touring Broadway shows along Pennsylvania Avenue in DC
The Black Cat$4.5Iconic 14th Street venue hosting indie music, rock, and nightlife
The George Washington University Museum and The Textile MuseumFree4.5Explore global textile arts and local history on GW campus
Warner Theatre$$4.5Historic Art Deco venue hosting live music, comedy, and stage performances
International Spy Museum$$4.4Uncover the secrets of world espionage at Washington's interactive spy museum.
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