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.
Theodore Roosevelt IslandFree4.7A peaceful wooded island memorial honoring America's 26th president in Washington
The Phillips Collection$$4.7Discover America's first museum of modern art in historic Dupont Circle
United States Botanic GardenFree4.7Discover a lush living plant museum on the U.S. Capitol grounds.
Washington MonumentFree4.7An iconic marble obelisk offering sweeping views of Washington DC
Smithsonian National Air and Space MuseumFree4.6Explore iconic aircraft and space artifacts on the National Mall
Smithsonian National Zoological ParkFree4.6Discover thousands of animals at Washington's iconic free historic zoo
United States CapitolFree4.6Explore the iconic home of American democracy in Washington, D.C.
Hirshhorn MuseumFree4.5Experience cutting-edge modern and contemporary art on the National Mall.
National Archives Research Center$$4.5Explore historical records and genealogical treasures at Washington's research facility.
National Museum of the American Indian$$$4.5Explore diverse Native American history and culture on the National Mall
The George Washington University Museum and The Textile MuseumFree4.5Explore global textile arts and local history on GW campus
International Spy Museum$$4.4Uncover the secrets of world espionage at Washington's interactive spy museum.
National Children's Museum$4.2A hands-on play and learning space for children in Washington, D.C.
Franklin Delano Roosevelt MemorialFreeAn outdoor memorial honoring President Roosevelt along Washington's scenic Tidal Basin.
The White HouseFreeThe iconic official residence and office of the United States president
Tidal BasinFreeIconic Washington reservoir framed by historic monuments and cherry blossoms
United States National ArboretumFreeSprawling botanical museum showcasing plant collections and iconic historic Capitol columns
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