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World War II Memorial
Memorial park
Iconic outdoor memorial honoring the 16 million Americans who served during World War II.
4.90 (23.4K reviews)
(~4.44 km from centre)
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National Mall
Park
Washington Monument plus memorials to Lincoln, MLK, FDR, WWII & Vietnam vets along a grassy mall.
4.80 (136.1K reviews)
(~4.73 km from centre)
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Lincoln Memorial
Monument
Parthenon-inspired tribute to Abraham Lincoln with a 19-ft. marble statue, murals & reflecting pool.
4.80 (48.5K reviews)
(~3.65 km from centre)
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Thomas Jefferson Memorial
Monument
Columned rotunda in the style of Rome's Pantheon on the man-made reservoir known as the Tidal Basin.
4.80 (9.8K reviews)
(~4.6 km from centre)
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Washington National Cathedral
Cathedral
Grand, storied cathedral with stained glass, organ recitals & scenic vistas from the top.
4.80 (5.7K reviews)
(~6.18 km from centre)
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Arlington National Cemetery
Military cemetery
Vast military cemetery featuring JFK’s eternal flame, Memorial Amphitheater & Tomb of the Unknowns.
4.80 (2.9K reviews)
(~1.6 km from centre)
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Donald W. Reynolds Center for American Art and Portraiture
Museum
👍👍 One of my favorite museums in DC. Not only is it free but it also stays open later (7pm) than many of the other museums in the area. Hall of Presidents is impressive, especially the Obama and Clinton portraits. Go up to the third floor for an impressively large portrait of LL Cool J.
The architectu...
4.80 (913 reviews)
(~6.19 km from centre)
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US Capitol Grounds
Park
👍👍 As of July 2021 the Capitol Grounds are open!
Beautiful, well manicured grounds with stunning views of both the Capitol Building and the National Mall.
West Lawn: great views down the mall, overlooking the Washington Monument and the National Mall. Best spot for photos in the evening, and great pla...
4.70 (18.8K reviews)
(~7.17 km from centre)
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The Wharf DC
Event venue
👍👍 This is currently one of the coolest entertainment venues in DC. It is full of restaurants and bars. It also has a seafood market, a theater, venues for events, the marina and several docks.
If you want to enjoy a fun atmosphere, with music, food and drinks, this is the perfect place. And of cours...
4.70 (10.8K reviews)
(~5.6 km from centre)
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Ford's Theatre
Performing arts theater
The site of Lincoln's assassination, this historic theater offers nightly performances & tours.
4.70 (6.7K reviews)
(~5.94 km from centre)
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Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
Historical landmark
This huge, iconic pool on the National Mall reflects the Lincoln Memorial & the Washington Monument.
4.70 (2.1K reviews)
(~4.1 km from centre)
14
Green Spring Gardens
Park
Extensive grounds with historic house for tea & tours, plus garden shops, plant education & library.
4.70 (828 reviews)
(~8.28 km from centre)
15
Arlington House
Historical place museum
Former home of Robert E. Lee, this Greek Revival mansion features a flower garden & on-site museum.
4.70 (804 reviews)
(~1.52 km from centre)
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United States Capitol
Federal government office
Iconic, domed classical building housing the U.S. Senate & House of Representatives, open for tours.
4.60 (4.6K reviews)
(~7.1 km from centre)
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Mexican Cultural Institute
Cultural center
👍👍 The events and art at this place are worth to visit. If you like art and culture, you would love this place
4.80 (343 reviews)
(~7.1 km from centre)
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O Museum in The Mansion
Museum
Uniquely themed accommodations in a mansion that also features event space & an eclectic museum.
4.60 (1.1K reviews)
(~5.14 km from centre)
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Carnegie Library
Historical landmark
👍👍 An amazing space! Truly the best Apple Store I have ever been in. DC history center is also amazing. Check it out!
4.60 (827 reviews)
(~6.42 km from centre)