Washington DC is the Nation's Capital, home to the iconic monuments, memorials, and museums along the National Mall. The Smithsonian museums (all free), the US Capitol, and vibrant neighborhoods like Georgetown and Adams Morgan make it a world-class destination for history and culture.
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Top spots in Washington DC
National Mall
Washington Monument plus memorials to Lincoln, MLK, FDR, WWII & Vietnam vets along a grassy mall.
Lincoln Memorial
Parthenon-inspired tribute to Abraham Lincoln with a 19-ft. marble statue, murals & reflecting pool.
Washington Monument
Landmark obelisk rising from the National Mall that honors America's first president.
National Building Museum
Museum dedicated to architecture, engineering & design, with exhibits for kids as well as adults.
Meridian Hill Park
Leafy city park offering a cascading fountain, statues & a tradition of Sunday drum circles.
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Art museum & National Portrait Gallery housed in the third-oldest federal building in the capital.
Friendship Archway
Traditional Chinese gate adorned with tiles & dragons, marking the entrance to Chinatown.
National Museum of African American History and Culture
Popular Smithsonian museum with unique exhibits on African American history, culture & community.
White House Visitor Center
The history of the White House & its inhabitants is spotlighted at this interactive museum.
Smithsonian National Museum of American History
Vast, venerable museum chronicling American history through displays such as Julia Child's kitchen.