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Washington, DC is the US capital, a planned city on the Potomac, with a National Mall of monuments and museums and cherry trees in spring.

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Washington was planned as a capital in the 1790s, with broad avenues radiating from the Capitol. The National Mall stretches from the Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial, past the Washington Monument and the Reflecting Pool. Memorials to Jefferson, Franklin Roosevelt and Martin Luther King Jr stand around the Tidal Basin, where cherry trees bloom in late March or early April. The White House stands just north of the Mall.

The Smithsonian museums line the Mall, covering air and space, American history, natural history and art, and the National Gallery of Art sits alongside. Georgetown has cobbled streets and canal-side walks, and Arlington National Cemetery is across the river in Virginia. Mount Vernon, George Washington's riverside estate, and Old Town Alexandria are within an hour, Annapolis and Baltimore are close, and Shenandoah National Park is about two hours west.

Local specialities include half-smoke sausages, Maryland blue crab and Ethiopian cooking, thanks to a large Ethiopian community. Spring, with its cherry blossoms, and autumn are the best seasons for walking between the monuments. Summers are hot and humid, and winters are cold with occasional snow.

  • 5 hop-on hop-off routes
  • Free cancellation on 93% of experiences
  • 4.6 across the top 24

Top 10 attractions in Washington DC

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  1. Number 1

    The White House

    4.671k reviewsfrom $1
  2. Number 2

    Vietnam Veterans Memorial

    4.666k reviewsfrom $1
  3. Number 3

    Lincoln Memorial

    4.665k reviewsfrom $1
  4. Number 4

    U.S. Capitol

    4.564k reviewsfrom $10
  5. Number 5

    Korean War Veterans Memorial

    4.662k reviewsfrom $3
  6. Number 6

    Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

    4.557k reviewsfrom $7
  7. Number 7

    Thomas Jefferson Memorial

    4.654k reviewsfrom $1
  8. Number 8

    Washington Monument

    4.548k reviewsfrom $1
  9. Number 9

    National World War II Memorial

    4.643k reviewsfrom $3
  10. Number 10

    National Mall

    4.528k reviewsfrom $1

Special offers in Washington DC

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Hop-on hop-off in Washington DC

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Day trips from Washington DC

49

Landmarks and attractions in Washington DC

30

Museums and galleries in Washington DC

12

Cruises and boat trips in Washington DC

12

Guided tours in Washington DC

514

Walking and bike tours in Washington DC

127

Food and drink experiences in Washington DC

43

Shows and nightlife in Washington DC

6

Nature and wildlife tours in Washington DC

5

Family days and theme parks in Washington DC

33

Go beyond Washington DC

  1. Annapolis · 44 km

    Maryland State House

    2 hr4.7200 reviewsfrom $8
  2. Annapolis · 44 km

    Hammond-Harwood House

    1.5–2 hr4.8126 reviewsfrom $35
  3. Baltimore · 57 km

    Canton

    2 hr4.7732 reviewsfrom $29
  4. Baltimore · 57 km

    Fell’s Point

    2 hr4.7732 reviewsfrom $29
  5. Frederick · 66 km

    National Museum of Civil War Medicine

    6 hr4.946 reviewsfrom $600
  6. Gettysburg · 105 km

    Gettysburg National Military Park

    2–4 hr4.64k reviewsfrom $17
  7. Gettysburg · 105 km

    Little Round Top

    2–4 hr4.54k reviewsfrom $5
  8. Lancaster · 142 km

    Amish Farm and House

    2–3 hr4.71k reviewsfrom $39
  9. Lancaster · 142 km

    Lancaster Central Market

    2 hr, 30 min4.6411 reviewsfrom $28
  10. Richmond · 155 km

    Carytown

    1 hr, 30 min4.91k reviewsfrom $45
  11. Richmond · 155 km

    The Poe Museum

    1 hr, 30 min4.4277 reviewsfrom $26
  12. Charlottesville · 158 km

    Jefferson Vineyards

    5 hr4.97 reviewsfrom $270

Questions about Washington DC

What is there to do in Washington DC?
We list 767 experiences in Washington DC. The largest groups are city tours (158), day trips (50), attraction tickets (29), food tours (26).
What are the top attractions in Washington DC?
Ranked by the experiences that visit them, the top attractions in Washington DC are The White House, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, U.S. Capitol.
What is the most popular experience in Washington DC?
By number of traveller reviews it is "DC Monuments by Night: 10+ Landmarks | Open-Top Upgrade Available", rated 4.7 out of 5 from 7,279 reviews.
Is there a hop-on hop-off bus in Washington DC?
Yes. We list 5 hop-on hop-off bus tours in Washington DC; the most reviewed is "Hop-on Hop-off Tour of DC with 18 Stops and Arlington Audio Tour" with 4,050 reviews.
How long do tours and tickets in Washington DC take?
The typical experience in Washington DC lasts about 2.5 hours; the middle half run between 1.5 hours and 4 hours.
Can I cancel a booking in Washington DC?
The operator lists free cancellation on 93% of the 767 experiences we hold for Washington DC. The cut-off differs by experience and is shown on each product page before you choose a date.

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