Find the best things to do in Washington, DC
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Georgetown
The Escape Game — DC's best escape rooms in the heart of Georgetown!
Southwest & The Wharf
Let's Tour DC. We offer paint and sail options, sightseeing, and private event tours for 50 guests.
Virginia
Visit the National Museum of the Marine Corps: Enter and experience what it means to be a Marine.
Arlington National Cemetery is an enduring tribute to those who have dedicated their lives to defending the ideals of our nation.
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.
Logan Circle
Welcome to The Muni, where good vibes meet great swings.
Downtown
First major museum in the world solely dedicated to championing women through the arts.
Brookland
Untold DC Tours offers private tours beyond monuments—sharing the people, places, and stories that shaped the nation’s capital.
Ivy City
Step into real-life video games at Beat The Bomb, the world's craziest team game.
Park open dawn to dusk. Visitor center open 10 am - 5 pm. Mon
The United States Navy Memorial
With over 100 rooms and 80 secret doors, O Museum in The Mansion is one of the most unique experiences in the world.
Capitol Hill
Explore Shakespeare and his world in performances, exhibits, podcasts and more with the Folger, home to the world’s largest Shakespeare collection.
Penn Quarter & Chinatown
The National Portrait Gallery gives visitors a chance to meet fascinating Americans from more than 225 years of history in its halls
DC Metro Area
Celebrates the African American, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community. Held annually during Memorial Day weekend.
