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 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.
The George Washington UniversityFree4.4A historic urban university campus located in Washington's Foggy Bottom.
U Street Corridor$4.4A vibrant historic neighborhood famed for jazz heritage and nightlife
National Building Museum$4.3A captivating museum exploring architecture engineering urban planning and interior design
Supreme Court of the United StatesFree4.1Explore America's highest judicial court housed inside an iconic neoclassical landmark
Franklin Delano Roosevelt MemorialFreeAn outdoor memorial honoring President Roosevelt along Washington's scenic Tidal Basin.
Insect ZooFreeDiscover live bugs and tarantula feedings at Washington's Smithsonian insect exhibit.
The White HouseFreeThe iconic official residence and office of the United States president
Tidal BasinFreeIconic Washington reservoir framed by historic monuments and cherry blossoms
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