Popular places to visit
National Mall
Inspiring architecture, magnificent museums and the icons of American history await on Washington’s famous two-mile (three-kilometer) strip.
White House
Explore the home and workplace of the president of the United States. See entertainment areas and state rooms and learn about the history of this famous building.
National Air and Space Museum
Heaven for aviation enthusiasts, this museum takes you on an uplifting journey through the history of flight and space travel.
Smithsonian's National Zoo
Why not visit the animals who live at Smithsonian's National Zoo and see why this is a favorite attraction in Washington? Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.
National Museum of African American History and Culture
National Museum of African American History and Culture is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed art scene and shops.
Things to do
From DC: Virginia Wine Country Tour with Tastings
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Potomac River Cruise, Entry Tickets
African American Heritage Tour of Washington DC/Free tickets NMAAC
Spirit of Washington D.C. Signature Lunch Cruise
Washington DC National Monuments by Moonlight Trolley Tour
Washington, D.C. Day Trip with Transportation from NYC
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Downtown Washington D.C.
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Washington D.C.. Check out top attractions like Capital One Arena and Smithsonian Institution, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.
Logan Circle
Logan Circle is known for its popular shops, and with sights like National City Christian Church and Studio Theatre, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Washington.
Connecticut Ave - K Street
While you're in Connecticut Ave - K Street, take in top sights like Farragut Square or K Street, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Farragut North Station or Farragut West Station.
Dupont Circle
Visitors to Dupont Circle love its fantastic nightlife, and you can check out Dupont Circle and Mansion on O Street. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Dupont Circle Station.
Southwest Federal Center
If you're spending time in Southwest Federal Center, check out sights like National Mall or National Air and Space Museum and hop on the metro to see more the city at L'Enfant Plaza Station or Federal Center Station.
Foggy Bottom
The important monuments and popular shops are just a few highlights of Foggy Bottom. Make a stop by Potomac River or Chesapeake and Ohio Canal while you're exploring the area.
- Walter E. Washington Convention Center
- National Mall
- White House
- National Air and Space Museum
- MGM National Harbor Casino
- National Museum of African American History and Culture
- United States Capitol
- University of Maryland
- Union Station Shopping Center
- Arlington National Cemetery
- Smithsonian Institution
- Washington Monument
- George Washington University
- Lincoln Memorial
- National Museum of Natural History
- George Washington's Mount Vernon
- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
- Kennedy Center