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The iconic riverside estate of George Washington. Open daily, 365 days a year.
Downtown
A playful learning adventure awaits at National Children's Museum!
Brookland
Saint John Paul II National Shrine
NoMa & Union Market
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Anacostia
Welcome to the Anacostia Community Museum
The National Geographic Museum of Exploration is coming to Washington, D.C. summer 2026.
Arlington National Cemetery is an enduring tribute to those who have dedicated their lives to defending the ideals of our nation.
National Mall
Visit the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian
Wellness is not something to be conquered but to be experienced. Escape to a revitalizing oasis at The Willard Spa.
Quill Cocktail Bar Lounge
Former home of Robert E. Lee. Open daily 9:30 am–4:30 pm
DC Metro Area
Specializing in daily, lectured sightseeing tours of DC, including trolley tours, double-decker tours and historic day trips.
Permanent collection and exhibitions of American crafts. This gem of a museum, located in a historic building near the White House, is dedicated to exhibiting the finest American crafts from the 19th century to the present
Unlock DC’s stories with expert-led walking and bus tours that reveal the powerful and impactful history behind its landmarks and neighborhoods.
Penn Quarter & Chinatown
The FBI Education Center is open Mon. - Thur. for public visits
Celebrates the African American, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community. Held annually during Memorial Day weekend.