Washington, D.C. guide
Things to do in Washington, D.C.
Things to do in Washington, D.C.: start with 9:30 Club, Eastern Market, and Library of Congress. Use the 204 places below to build a plan around this theme; each place has source-backed details behind its description.
204 places
Places to start with
Source-backed place · Parks and outdoors
United States National Arboretum
A sprawling 451-acre public garden and research facility in northeast Washington, D.C., featuring 16 major gardens and the renown…
Source-backed place · Landmarks
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
A poignant national memorial in Washington, D.C., honoring the 58,318 Americans who died in the Vietnam War, featuring a reflecti…
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Washington Monument Grounds
Explore the sprawling lawns surrounding the iconic 555-foot obelisk dedicated to George Washington, a central hub for national ce…
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West Potomac Park
A sprawling 400-acre national park in Washington, D.C., home to the Tidal Basin, world-famous cherry blossoms, and several iconic…
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World War II Memorial
A powerful tribute on the National Mall honoring the 16 million armed forces members and millions of home-front supporters who se…
Source-backed place · Museums
African American Civil War Memorial and Museum
A powerful national monument and museum honoring the 209,145 African American soldiers and 7,000 white officers of the United Sta…
Source-backed place · Public art
Albert Einstein Memorial
A monumental 12-foot bronze statue of Albert Einstein, seated with manuscript papers, tucked away in a serene grove on the ground…
Source-backed place · Museums
Anacostia Community Museum
Founded in 1967, this Smithsonian institution was the first federally funded community museum in the United States, dedicated to…
Source-backed place · Parks and outdoors
Anacostia Riverwalk Trail
A scenic, paved trail system winding along the Anacostia River, connecting historic neighborhoods, sports arenas, and lush ecosys…
Source-backed place · Theaters and music
Atlas Performing Arts Center
A cultural anchor in the Near Northeast, this historic nonprofit venue is housed in a restored 1930s Art Deco movie house, presen…
Source-backed place · History
Barracks Row
The oldest commercial district in Washington, D.C., this historic corridor on 8th Street SE blends military history with a vibran…
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Belmont-Paul Women's Equality National Monument
The oldest residence on Capitol Hill, this historic home served as the epicenter for Alice Paul and the National Woman's Party in…
Source-backed place · History
Blagden Alley
A hidden gem in the Shaw neighborhood, Blagden Alley blends 19th-century history with the DC Alley Museum's vibrant murals, eclec…
Source-backed place · Museums
Capital Jewish Museum
The Lillian & Albert Small Capital Jewish Museum is a state-of-the-art facility exploring the diverse history, culture, and socia…
Source-backed place · History
Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site
The former residence of Dr. Carter G. Woodson, the "Father of Black History," this Victorian row house served as the headquarters…
Source-backed place · History
Chinese Embassy (former Walsh Mansion)
A historic Gilded Age mansion at 1600 21st Street Northwest, designed by Henry Andersen in 1903 for gold miner Thomas F. Walsh, n…
Source-backed place · History
Constitution Hall
Washington, D.C.'s largest concert hall, built in 1929 by the Daughters of the American Revolution to host their annual conventio…
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DC Arts Center
A pioneering alternative arts center in Adams Morgan, dedicated to fostering underrepresented artists across all disciplines in W…
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Source-backed place · Museums
Display ship Barry
A former Forrest Sherman-class destroyer that served as the Navy's premier display ship at the historic Washington Navy Yard from…
Source-backed place · Landmarks
District Pier
The longest pier in Washington, D.C., District Pier extends 425 feet into the Washington Channel, serving as a premier public eve…
Source-backed place · Landmarks
District of Columbia War Memorial
A serene, open-air Doric temple of Vermont marble honoring 499 District residents who died in World War I, serving as the only lo…
Source-backed place · Museums
Dumbarton House
A Federal-period historic house museum in Georgetown, built in 1799, featuring 18th- and 19th-century artifacts and an acre of ga…
Source-backed place · Markets
Dupont Circle Farmers Market
A premier year-round Sunday market in the heart of Dupont Circle, featuring local produce, artisan cheeses, and District-made spi…
Source-backed place · Landmarks
Dupont Circle Fountain
An iconic memorial fountain honoring Rear Admiral Samuel Francis Du Pont, serving as a vibrant community hub and gathering place…
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