Find the best things to do in Washington, DC
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Vibrant street art adds color to DC in any season.
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Downtown
The National Geographic Museum of Exploration is coming to Washington, D.C. summer 2026.
Brookland
Saint John Paul II National Shrine
Explore the Nation's Capital on Big Bus Tours, the official tour of the National Mall.
Logan Circle
Welcome to The Muni, where good vibes meet great swings.
Virginia
Visit the National Museum of the Marine Corps: Enter and experience what it means to be a Marine.
Capitol Hill
See DC In A Different Light! The Monuments by Moonlight Tour knows just the right way to show off the capital city when the sun goes down
Smithsonian National Postal Museum
The iconic riverside estate of George Washington. Open daily, 365 days a year.
Explore Shakespeare and his world in performances, exhibits, podcasts and more with the Folger, home to the world’s largest Shakespeare collection.
National Mall
Home to the original Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Bill of Rights, the National Archives holds more than 15 billion records.
This gem on the National Mall is dedicated to the third U.S. President and author of the Declaration of Independence
DC Metro Area
Celebrates the African American, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community. Held annually during Memorial Day weekend.
Shaw
450 capacity music venue built to support emerging artists as they connect with their growing fanbase. The Atlantis is Where Music Begins.
Penn Quarter & Chinatown
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Shelly’s Backroom
Adams Morgan
Roofers Union’s menu, beverage program and bubbly atmosphere make it an inviting place to gather for any occasion.
