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Downtown
Language is what makes us human.
Virginia
The iconic riverside estate of George Washington. Open daily, 365 days a year.
National Mall
Visit the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian
Georgetown
The Magic Duel Comedy Show
A playful learning adventure awaits at National Children's Museum!
NoMa & Union Market
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A bustling neighborhood just steps from the White House and Dupont Circle
Brookland
Saint John Paul II National Shrine
For nearly 100 years, Union Station has been the gateway to the nation's capital.
The largest caverns in Eastern America
Southwest & The Wharf
La Vie is a Mediterranean Inspired Restaurant that is truly unique
DC Metro Area
Explore the REAL DC on a History-Infused Food Tour
Celebrate Summer in our Nation's Capital
Penn Quarter & Chinatown
Tonari, a first-of-its-kind restaurant in DC, offers a daytime cafe experience on weekends, featuring Japanese-Italian breakfast dishes and pastries alongside coffee drinks
Home to the original Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Bill of Rights, the National Archives holds more than 15 billion records.
Plan your Smithsonian visit