Find the best things to do in Washington, DC
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Downtown
A bustling neighborhood just steps from the White House and Dupont Circle
Explore the Nation's Capital on Big Bus Tours, the official tour of the National Mall.
Dupont Circle
Dine intimately in the presidential Dining Room, enjoy cocktails throughout the main museum rooms or relax and unwind in the tranquil period garden.
DC Metro Area
Embark DC Private Boat Tours — See DC Differently!
Capitol Hill
Smithsonian National Postal Museum
Virginia
Visit the National Museum of the Marine Corps: Enter and experience what it means to be a Marine.
Southwest & The Wharf
Let's Tour DC. We offer paint and sail options, sightseeing, and private event tours for 50 guests.
Let your imagination run wild in mind bending exhibits blending education and entertainment, for all ages.
If you want to know American whiskey, you’ve got to know the mid-Atlantic region
Penn Quarter & Chinatown
National Law Enforcement Museum
The Hamilton serves sushi, charcuterie, and seasonal regional American fare featuring fresh local ingredients.
Features many aspects of the White House, including its architecture, furnishings, first families and social events.
The home of every U.S. president except George Washington, the site of the White House on Pennsylvania Avenue was selected in June 1791
National Mall
The Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum
At the crossroads of art, science and technology, ARTECHOUSE brings a true 21st century art experience to the nation's capital.