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.
Sycamore Island
Smiths Island
Lincoln Memorial
Rosilie Island
Clagett Island
Rocky Islands
U.S. Department Of The Interior Museum
Cordell Hull Statue
District Of Columbia World War Memorial
American Film Institute National Film Theater
Infinity Sculpture
Peace Monument
Falls Road Golf Course
Ripps Island (Historical)
City Of Washington Museum
Paw Paw Passage Trail
Maiden Fair Trail
North Valley Trail
Art Museum Of The Americas
Rock Creek Park Orienteering Course
Algonkian Golf Course
House Of The Temple Museum
Lowes Island
Fort Belvoir Golf Club
Herzog Island
Black Horse Trail
Farms To Forest Trail
Rock Creek And Potomac Parkway Terminus
Queen Isabella I Statue
Hume Museum
Columbia Island
Alexandria Archaeology Museum
National Building Museum
Live! Casino
Us Marine Corps War Memorial
Minnie Island
Offutt Island
Naval Academy Museum
1757 Golf Club
National Womens History Museum
Arlington Bridge Equestrian Statues
Drug Enforcement Agency Museum And Visitors Center
Wild Rose Shores
Bay Ridge Beach
Trolly Car Museum
National Museum Of History And Technology
Left Trail
National Museum Of African Art
Victualling Warehouse Maritime Museum
General Frederick Baron Von Steuben Statue
Quantico Falls Trail
Vietnam Women'S Memorial
Marine Corps Museum And Historical Center
Splash Down Waterpark
Major General John A Rawlins Statue
Aztec Fountain
Sharpshin Island
Old Hickory Golf Club
Triangle Park - Simon Bolivar Statue
Olmsted Island
Count Jean Baptiste Rochambeau Statue
Hirshhorn Museum And Sculpture Garden
Professor Joseph Henry Statue
Renditions Golf Course
Fort Dupont Golf Course
Forest Greens Golf Club
The Arts Of War Statue
Fedex Field
Allview Golf Course
Fort Belvoir South Golf Course (Historical)
Ruben Dario Sculpture
Reston National Golf Course
Ruppert Island
Gladys Island
Annapolis Golf Course
Selden Island
Birch Bluff Trail
Bare Neck Shore
Chopawamsic Island
Mather Gorge
Penderbrook Golf Course
The Crossing Trail
Alexander Hamilton Statue
Bathing Beach
Arthur M Sackler Gallery
William H Greene Stadium
Anderson House Museum
Hornbeam Hollow
Bernard Baruch Statue
United States Drug Enforcement Administration Museum And Visitors Center
Del Vaell Jose Cecilo Memorial
Bannockburn Golf Club (Historical)
National Cryptologic Museum
Spyglass Island
University Of Maryland Golf Course
Naval Museum Of Hygiene (Historical)
Discobolos Statue
Waverly Woods Golf Club
Albert Einstein Statue
Schools in Washington