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100+ Free Things to Do

Take advantage of Washington, DC’s numerous free events, museums, to...

Where to Find the Most Colorful Street Murals in Washington, DC

Vibrant street art adds color to DC in any season.

Things to Do This December 2025 in Washington, DC

Marvel at holiday lights decorating historic homes, ice skate in fro...

Things to Do This Weekend in Washington, DC

Our end-of-the-week picks for Dec. 12-14, 2025


Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Kraken Axes DC

Home of the original Kraken, our Penn Quarter location boasts a space with eight axe-throwing lanes.

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Downtown

Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle

Established in 1840, St. Matthew's is the mother church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington

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Downtown

Jefferson Memorial

This gem on the National Mall is dedicated to the third U.S. President and author of the Declaration of Independence

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Downtown

The Hamilton

The Hamilton serves sushi, charcuterie, and seasonal regional American fare featuring fresh local ingredients.

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Capitol Hill

Supreme Court of the United States

Open Mon.– Fri. 9 am – 4:30 pm. Lectures in the courtroom are given every hour on the half hour 9:30 am – 3:30 pm when court is not in session

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Downtown

Events DC

The face of conventions, sports, entertainment and cultural events within our nation's capital.

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Maryland

The Capital Wheel

Check out National Harbor's world-class attraction, the Capital Wheel.

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National Mall

Smithsonian Office of Visitor Services

Plan your Smithsonian visit

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