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.
Hirshhorn MuseumFree4.5Experience cutting-edge modern and contemporary art on the National Mall.
Meridian Hill ParkFree4.5Historic urban national park featuring tiered fountains and vibrant community gatherings.
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
Anacostia ParkFree4.4A scenic Washington riverfront park featuring trails, sports, and outdoor skating.
International Spy Museum$$4.4Uncover the secrets of world espionage at Washington's interactive spy museum.
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
National Children's Museum$4.2A hands-on play and learning space for children in Washington, D.C.
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
The White HouseFreeThe iconic official residence and office of the United States president
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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