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.
United States Drug Enforcement Administration Museum And Visitors Center
Museum Of Modern Latin American Art
Victualling Warehouse Maritime Museum
Charles County Museum
Old Hickory Golf Club
Aztec Fountain
National Christmas Tree
Fala Statue
Robert F Kennedy Memorial Stadium
Lowes Island
Dwight D Eisenhower Golf Course
Night Hawk Golf Course
Triton Beach
Butler Stadium
Timbers At Troy Golf Course
Bretton Woods Golf Course
Von Steuben Statue
Major General John A Rawlins Statue
Parker Island (Historical)
American Veterans Disabled For Life Memorial
Washington Dolls' House And Toy Museum
Piney Branch Valley
Triangle Park - Simon Bolivar Statue
Indian Spring Golf Club (Historical)
John Ericsson National Memorial
Plummers Island
General Lafayette Statue
Carrs Beach
Dots Island
Haupt Fountains
Albert Einstein Statue
Northwest Park Golf Course
National Museum Of History And Technology
Chopawamsic Island
Sharpshin Island
Conrad Island
President Andrew Jackson Memorial
Queen Isabella I Statue
Fort Ward Museum And Historical Site
Sligo Park Golf Course
Hornbeam Hollow
Left Trail
National Museum Of American Art
Nationals Park
Byrd Stadium
Commodore John Paul Jones Memorial
Albert Gallatin Statue
Pentagon Memorial
Hobbits Glen Golf Course
Thomas Jefferson Memorial
Brewers Island
Henson Creek Golf Course
Black Fashion Museum
Fort Dupont Golf Course
O'Neill Island
Daingerfield Island
Rock Creek Park Bike Trail
Black Horse Trail
Bare Neck Shore
Belmont Country Club Golf Course
Wolf Den Trail
Bead Museum
Glenn Dale Golf Club
Wades Island
Washington Monument
United States Department Of The Interior Museum
Korean War Veterans Memorial
National Museum Of The American Indian, Cultural Resources Center
Little Run Loop
Discobolos Statue
Cannon Stadium
Spicebush Valley
Fort Meade Golf Course
Wills Island (Historical)
Gadsby'S Tavern Museum
Spyglass Island
Minnehaha Island
National Postal Museum
National Cryptologic Museum
National Museum Of Natural History
High Meadows Trail
Offutt Island
National Museum Of Health And Medicine
Trolly Car Museum
Germantown Golf Course
Walden Golf Club
North Severn Beach
The Potomac Gorge
Grapevine Island
The Arts Of War Statue
Discovery Creek Children'S Museum
Blue Mash Golf Course
Lillian And Albert Small Jewish Museum
Paw Paw Passage Trail
Wild Rose Shores
Smithsonian Castle
The National Museum Of The Marine Corps
Smithsonian S. Dillon Ripley Center
Samuel P Langley Imax Theater
Schools in Washington