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It's easy to see why DC always earns rave reviews from family travelers. If you're looking for a few family-focused story ideas, take a look at these kid-friendly highlights.

Family Eats: Menus with integrity and unpretentious environments come together to create DC's family-friendly dining scene. No matter how picky or adventurous kids' taste buds are, the DC dining scene has something to offer. From the peanut butter and jelly pizza at Tunnicliff's to the half-smokes at Ben's Chili Bowl, no kid will leave the District with an empty stomach - and parents can look forward to more than just burgers and fries.

Interactive Attractions and Experiences: The District's historic sites will always amaze and inspire, but DC's exhibitions and attractions are now creating new, interactive experiences to engage kids. Take the Newseum, Library of Congress or the International Spy Museum's permanent exhibition Operation Spy, for example. Hands-on experiences for kids have been recently ruling the family DC scene.

Tours for All Ages: From city segways and DC Ducks to biking the sites and self-guided walking tours, there's no shortage of options for families making their way around DC.

DC on a Budget: Think that DC is too expensive for families? Think again. There's a way to visit the city without breaking your bank account, so click here to learn the ins and outs of visiting DC on a budget.

DC After Dark for Families: Just because the sun goes down doesn't mean the day is over for families visiting DC. Sporting events happen on evenings throughout the year, and you can also count on family-friendly performances. Of course, there are also many ways to tour the monuments by moonlight. Take your pick of options for after dark fun in the District, and click here for more information on DC after dark (for families).

Want to know more? Contact our media relations team for the latest news and information, or click here to experience DC for families.

 

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