Things to Do in Washington

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  • 1. Lincoln Memorial

    Lincoln Memorial
    photo by Yahoo! Travel

    23rd Street Northwest, At Constitution Avenue, Washington, DC, 20002

    #1 of 740 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    Located at the west end of the National Mall , the Lincoln Memorial is a principal landmark of the city. ... more

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    bridgetw bridgetw in Bus Tour of D.C. said

    …We saw the Jefferson Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, FDR Memorial, Vietnam Memorial and other various sites. This trip… continue reading »

  • 2. Georgetown

    Georgetown
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    Between M Street and Wisconsin Avenue, Washington, DC, 20007

    #2 of 740 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    ... at the Georgetown Recreation Center include a baseball field with a 60' diamond, one basketball court, a playground, an outdoor swimming pool, two tennis courts, and a multi-purpose room.The center offers classes such as Te... more

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    CarleyLL CarleyLL in My internship in D.C said

    … For American Studies; a program which provides classes at Georgetown University and an internship.  These entries are meant… continue reading »

  • 3. White House (The)

    White House (The)
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    1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20006

    #3 of 740 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    ... Association is a charitable nonprofit institution whose purpose is to enhance the understanding, appreciation and enjoyment of the White House. To fulfill its purpose, the White House Historical Association produces educati... more

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    Kukulcan Kukulcan in Washington DC said

    …US History place, very Interesting White House, Washigton memorial, and many historic places… continue reading »

  • 4. Dupont Circle

    Dupont Circle
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    Connecticut Avenue, Washington, DC, 20036

    #4 of 740 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    ... local farmers sell their flowers, produce, eggs, and cheeses here. The market also features kids' activities and guest appearances by chefs and owners of some of Washington's best restaurants: Vidalia, Zaytinya, Bis, and 17... more

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    Mark & Ciara Mark & Ciara in Dubya's house.. said

    … walked up the the trendy neighbourhoods of Adams morgan and Dupont Circle. Both were lovely areas and full of bars and restaurants… continue reading »

  • 5. Washington Monument

    Washington Monument

    900 Ohio Dr SW, Washington DC, DC 20024

    #5 of 740 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    ... of a tribute to George Washington first arose 16 years before his death, at the Continental Congress of 1783. But the new nation had more pressing problems and funds were not readily available. It wasn't until the early 183... more

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    … History and Natural History.  We also walked by the Washington Monument and the White House. That evening, Jill &… continue reading »

  • 6. Guards (The)

    Guards (The)
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    2915 M St NW, Washington DC, DC 20007

    #6 of 740 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    This elegant bar and restaurant in Georgetown is frequented by business people and local residents. ... more

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    … was looking for a map, since I left mine at camp. And the guard said in a nasty tone "We are closed please exit the building… continue reading »

  • 7. Tombs (The)

    Tombs (The)

    1226 36th St NW, Washington, DC 20007

    #7 of 740 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    ... 19th-century Federal-style home, the Tombs, which opened in 1962, is a favorite hangout for students and faculty of nearby Georgetown University. (Bill Clinton came here during his college years.) They tend to congregate at... more

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    Kerry Jones Kerry Jones in Site seeing while traveling said

    … was our driver.  We went to Arlington Cemetery and visited the ternal flame and saw the chaning of the guard at the Tombcontinue reading »

  • 8. Washington National Cathedral

    Washington National Cathedral
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    3101 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016

    #8 of 740 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    This Gothic-style cathedral is the sixth largest in the world and is put ... more

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    … to the Washington National Cathedral.......a humongous cathedral few minutes drive away from the city center........from the outside it looks… continue reading »

  • 9. International Spy Museum

    800 F St NW, Washington DC, DC 20004

    #9 of 740 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    The International Spy Museum provides a unique glimpse into the innovative ... more

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    Nickthewelshman Nickthewelshman in D.C. Day 2 said

    … of the rest of the day was spent visiting the international spy museum, which is nothing special but entertaining all the same! Oh yer… continue reading »

  • 10. Union Station

    Union Station

    50 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002

    #10 of 740 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    ... In a city known for grand edifices and soaring public spaces, Washington's Union Station holds its own. The terminal’ s classical faç ade— three monumental arches with alternating columns and a pediment s... more

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    Springerdog Springerdog in Afternoon at the Capitol said

    … in Union Station where there was a murder in the ladies room just before I entered. The ride home was adventurous - flooding… continue reading »