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.
Kenilworth Park & Aquatic GardensFree4.6A tranquil sanctuary in Washington featuring lotus blooms and boardwalk trails
Lake Accotink ParkFree4.6A scenic forested park offering trail hiking, boating, and outdoor family fun
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.
Bladensburg Waterfront ParkFree4.5Scenic Anacostia River park offering pontoon boat tours and trails
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
The George Washington University Museum and The Textile MuseumFree4.5Explore global textile arts and local history on GW campus
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.
The George Washington UniversityFree4.4A historic urban university campus located in Washington's Foggy Bottom.
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 Building Museum$4.3A captivating museum exploring architecture engineering urban planning and interior design
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.
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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