Washington DC
The nation's capital city, Washington D.C., is a city steeped in history and culture. It has some of the world's greatest museums as well as important monuments, storied restaurants, and, of course, serves as the center of the federal government. You will be all set to stroll the National Mall, visit the National Zoo, or explore the wonders of the Smithsonian.
Washington DC at a Glance
The District of Columbia or 'the District' as it's called by locals and insiders, is one of the most-visited cities in the United States. Visitors come to see the government at work or to join a protest or to immerse themselves in American history. In the spring, the iconic cherry blossoms are in bloom and the famous reflecting pool in front of the Lincoln Memorial, site of Martin Luther King's 'I Have a Dream' speech, reflects back the deep blue sky, white fluffy clouds, and charmingly delicate pink blossoms. Washington is a year-round attraction that is popular among American tourists and overseas visitors, with more than 24 million visitors annually.
Where is Washington DC? On the shores of the Potomac River, the City of Washington is a compact, well-designed city and an independent district of slightly more than 68 square miles. In the heart of the hustle and bustle of the East coast, Washington D.C. is just five miles from Arlington, Virginia, home of Arlington National Cemetery. It is also about 40 miles from Baltimore, Maryland. The Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport serves Washington D.C. even though it is located across the river in Arlington, Virginia. Likewise, Dulles International Airport is in Dulles, Virginia and the Baltimore/Washington International Airport is in Baltimore. In addition, there is the Potomac Airfield in Fort Washington, Maryland, and the Washington Executive Airpark in Clinton, Maryland.
Washington DC Attractions Whether it is a work trip that brings you to Washington D.C. or an educational family trip, you will find plenty of activities and attractions to keep you entertained. The Smithsonian Institute is so large that it would take days to fully explore its halls and rooms. Washington D.C.'s culinary scene is quite international. You can dine at an exquisite French restaurant, try Ethiopian cuisine, and sample unique Mediterranean dishes.
Some of the most popular destinations and attractions are the Washington Monument, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Capitol Hill, Supreme Court, National Air, and Space Museum, and National Museum of African American History.
Washington Dolls' House And Toy Museum
Xochipilli Statue
1757 Golf Club
National Museum Of Crime And Punishment
Gold Mine Trail
Golden Triangle Golf Course
Von Steuben Statue
National Museum Of Natural History
Lee - Fendall House Museum
Albert Einstein Statue
Fossil Ravine
Bethune Museum-Archives
Thoroughfare Island
Hilltop Golf Club
Pohick Bay Regional Park Golf Course
Arlington Bridge Equestrian Statues
South Valley Trail
Wills Island (Historical)
Major General John A Logan Statue
Little Run Loop
South Riding Golf Club
Samuel P Langley Imax Theater
Bee Oak Trail
Naval Museum Of Hygiene (Historical)
Bead Museum
Infinity Sculpture
Brambleton Regional Park Golf Course
Allview Golf Course
Montgomery Village Golf Course
National Museum Of The American Indian, Cultural Resources Center
National Cryptologic Museum
Norbeck Golf Course
North Severn Beach
U S Soldiers And Airmens Home Golf Course
Black Horse Trail
United States Department Of The Interior Museum
Robert F Kennedy Memorial Stadium
Glover-Archbold Trail
Sherwin Island
Montgomery County Golf Course
Ruppert Island
The Gwenfritz Sculpture
Selden Island
Del Vaell Jose Cecilo Memorial
General Meade Statue
Algonkian Golf Course
General Jose Gervasio Artigas Statue
General Lafayette Statue
William F Allen
Bannockburn Golf Club (Historical)
Timbers At Troy Golf Course
Jose Cecilio Del Valle Statue
John Ericsson National Memorial
Dyke Island
Van Deventer Island
Freer Gallery Of Art
Andrew Jackson Downing Urn
Fort Dupont Golf Course
Red Cross Men And Women Killed In Service Statue
Mayo Beach
Washington Monument
National Christmas Tree
The Potomac Gorge
Fort Meade Golf Course
Us Marine Corps War Memorial
West Trail
Clagett Island
Glenn Dale Golf Club
Alexander Pushkin Statue
American Veterans Disabled For Life Memorial
Forest Greens Golf Club
Maiden Fair Trail
Burnt Pine Trail
Powhatan Island
Center Trail
Waverly Woods Golf Club
Fort Stanton Childrens Museum
Brigadier General Thaddeus Kosciuszko Statue
Queen Isabella I Statue
Pine Grove Forest Trail
Major General John A Rawlins Statue
Spyglass Island
Truxtun-Decatur Museum
Cabin John Island
Brewers Island
Germantown Golf Course
City Of Washington Museum
White Horse Trail
Hobbits Glen Golf Course
O'Neill Island
Lincoln Memorial
National Museum Of American Art
North Valley Trail
Woods Trail
Big Sluice Island
Birch Bluff Trail
Cross Creek Golf Club
Oak Ridge Trail
Marlton Golf Club
Schools in Washington