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.
The Phillips Collection$$4.7Discover America's first museum of modern art in historic Dupont Circle
United States Botanic GardenFree4.7Discover a lush living plant museum on the U.S. Capitol grounds.
Anacostia Community MuseumFree4.6Explore urban community history and culture at this Smithsonian museum.
Chesapeake And Ohio Canal Historical Park In GeorgetownFree4.6Historic national park section offering picturesque canal walks in Georgetown
Kenilworth Park & Aquatic GardensFree4.6A tranquil sanctuary in Washington featuring lotus blooms and boardwalk trails
Old Ebbitt Grill$$4.6Iconic historic Washington tavern serving classic American cuisine and fresh oysters
President Lincoln's Cottage$$4.6Explore President Lincoln's historic seasonal home and refuge in Washington
Smithsonian National Air and Space MuseumFree4.6Explore iconic aircraft and space artifacts on the National Mall
Smithsonian National Zoological ParkFree4.6Discover thousands of animals at Washington's iconic free historic zoo
Eastern Market$$4.5Historic Capitol Hill market offering fresh produce, gourmet foods, and crafts
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 Building Museum$4.3A captivating museum exploring architecture engineering urban planning and interior design
Capitol HillFreeExplore the Historic Capitol Hill
Dupont CircleFreeA vibrant historic neighborhood centered around an iconic marble fountain park
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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