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Downtown
The National Geographic Museum of Exploration is coming to Washington, D.C. summer 2026.
A playful learning adventure awaits at National Children's Museum!
National Mall
Visit the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian
Capitol Hill
Smithsonian National Postal Museum
Virginia
The iconic riverside estate of George Washington. Open daily, 365 days a year.
First major museum in the world solely dedicated to championing women through the arts.
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.
Georgetown
Tudor Place offers unique and intimate settings perfect for special occasions.
The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum, education, and research complex
Southwest & The Wharf
Rubell Museum DC brings the Rubell Family’s extensive contemporary art collection to the nation’s capital.
Upper Northwest
Standing at one of the city's highest points, this soaring Gothic cathedral extends almost the length of two football fields and pierces the city's skyline.
Located between 14th St. and Raoul Wallenberg Pl., SW (formerly 15th St
Penn Quarter & Chinatown
Learn about local Washington, DC history!
A People’s Journey, A Nation’s Story
Plan your Smithsonian visit
National Gallery of Art: Of the nation and for all the people.
