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Whether you're inspired by free museums or culturally diverse neighborhoods, this city has it all. Catch a musical before it hits Broadway. Go where DC creators hatch their best ideas. The District oozes with local flavor and one-of-a-kind experiences. Bottle it up on your trip when you tour colorful street murals, chat with artists at Eastern Market or accept a standing invite to the Meridian Hill drum circle.

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Wildly Authentic Things to Do

Guests Taking Photo of Ben's Chili Bowl Mural
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Where to Find the Most Colorful Street Murals in Washington, DC

Vibrant street art adds color to DC in any season.

Henry the elephant in the National Museum of Natural History
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Smithsonian Museums in Washington, DC

History, science, art and culture come alive at these free DC museum...

Warner Theater Interior
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Theaters & Performance Spaces to See a Show in Washington, DC

A variety of performances grace stages throughout the District – her...

National Postal Museum
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20+ Cool & Interesting Museums in Washington, DC That Aren’t On the National Mall

Venture off the National Mall to these knowledge centers for a uniqu...

Inside National Museum of African American History and Culture
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Ways to Celebrate African American History & Culture in Washington, DC

Honor the Black experience at these museums, memorials and more thro...

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Grab A Seat: Washington, DC’s Theaters Are Must-See Attractions

Why Washington, DC's performing arts scene is in a class of its own

Grandfather of Go-Go Chuck Brown Mural by Aniekan Udofia
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Keep on Groovin’: An Intro to Go-Go Music in Washington, DC

The official music of the city has a fascinating history, but its st...

A couple looks at a colorful painting at the Phillips Collection.
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2 Days of LGBTQ+ Culture & Arts in Washington, DC

Whether during Pride or year-round, visitors and locals can embrace ...

National Gallery of Art East Building - Museum on the National Mall - Washington, DC
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Discover the National Gallery of Art East Building in Washington, DC

Explore modern artworks in this stunningly beautiful free museum on ...

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The Best City to Visit in 2026

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15 Cool Hotels for Your Next Trip to Washington, DC

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Georgetown

Tudor Place Historic House & Garden ...

Tudor Place offers unique and intimate settings perfect for special occasions.

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Downtown

National Children's Museum

A playful learning adventure awaits at National Children's Museum!

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Capitol Hill

National Postal Museum

Smithsonian National Postal Museum

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Downtown

National Geographic Museum of Exploratio...

The National Geographic Museum of Exploration is coming to Washington, D.C. summer 2026.

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Brookland

Saint John Paul II National Shrine

Saint John Paul II National Shrine

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Dupont Circle

Woodrow Wilson House

Dine intimately in the presidential Dining Room, enjoy cocktails throughout the main museum rooms or relax and unwind in the tranquil period garden.

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Virginia

National Museum of the Marine Corps

Visit the National Museum of the Marine Corps: Enter and experience what it means to be a Marine.

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National Mall

National Museum of the American Indian

Visit the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian

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Woodley Park

Cathedral Choral Society

The Cathedral Choral Society presents masterworks of choral-orchestral repertoire in the majestic glow of Washington National Cathedral.

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

National Building Museum

The National Building Museum is America's leading cultural institution devoted to the history and impact of the built environment.

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Virginia

Wolf Trap

Wolf Trap

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Logan Circle

Washington Improv Theater

An interactive, laughter-filled session from Washington Improv Theater (WIT) is the perfect addition to your next event!

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Downtown

Renwick Gallery of the Smithsonian Ameri...

Permanent collection and exhibitions of American crafts. This gem of a museum, located in a historic building near the White House, is dedicated to exhibiting the finest American crafts from the 19th century to the present

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Upper Northwest

Zenith Gallery

Zenith Gallery, the premiere source of art in WDC, 45 years, hundreds of artists in a wide range of styles & mediums from monumental to small.

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Virginia

Airbus IMAX Theater

Airbus IMAX Theater

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Maryland

Strathmore

Strathmore Music Center

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Upcoming Cultural & Performing Art Events

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Tidal Basin 5k Running Tour

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Lives Bound Together: Slavery at Mount Vernon Exhibit

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The Stars We Do Not See: Australian Indigenous Art

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Dupont Circle

Out of Many: Reframing an American Art Collection

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Back and Forth: Rozeal., Titian, Cezanne

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American Landscapes in Watercolor from the Corcoran Collection

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Photography and the Black Arts Movement, 1955–1985

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Tawny Chatmon

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Women Artists from Antwerp to Amsterdam, 1600–1750

Now - Jan 11, 2026

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Photography and the Black Arts Movement, 1955–1985

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Historic Blenheim - Tours & History

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A Magical Holiday Experience in Washington DC

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Dupont Circle

Happy Hour at Residents

Now - Jun 08, 2027

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Avatar: Fire and Ash 3D

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Rik Freeman: Wade in the Waters

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AVATAR: Fire and Ash 3D

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Capitol Hill

Julius X

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

LGBTJews in the Federal City

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Southwest & The Wharf

Chez Joey

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Special Exhibitions and Installations

Now - Jan 01, 2027

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