Find the best things to do in Washington, DC
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Brookland
Saint John Paul II National Shrine
Virginia
The iconic riverside estate of George Washington. Open daily, 365 days a year.
DC Metro Area
Embark DC Private Boat Tours — See DC Differently!
Downtown
The National Geographic Museum of Exploration is coming to Washington, D.C. summer 2026.
Capitol Hill
See DC In A Different Light! The Monuments by Moonlight Tour knows just the right way to show off the capital city when the sun goes down
Smithsonian National Postal Museum
Georgetown
“We left feeling like game show legends.”
Explore the Nation's Capital on Big Bus Tours, the official tour of the National Mall.
Petworth
Coffee, cocktails and creativity collide at Merry Pin, the craft cafe where everyone can make and mingle.
The Mexican Cultural Institute of Washington, D.C. is committed to enriching the relationship between Mexico and the United States by sharing Mexico's vibrant cultural past and present with the local community
This gem on the National Mall is dedicated to the third U.S. President and author of the Declaration of Independence
NoMa & Union Market
Outdoor community German inspired beergarden
Designed by architect Benjamin Henry Latrobe in 1818, this historic home was the first and last private residence in Lafayette Square.
U Street
Located at 1211 U Street, right “next door” to DC landmark Ben’s Chili Bowl, Next Door features incredible cuisine, 9 LCD flat screens, a 53 ft
Sip and Paint DC offers unforgettable paint-and-sip experiences in Washington, DC, perfect for visitors and locals seeking a fun, creative activity.
Former home of Robert E. Lee. Open daily 9:30 am–4:30 pm
