Best places: Historical landmarks in Washington, United States

Iconic outdoor memorial honoring the 16 million Americans who served during World War II.

Franciscan monastery from 1898 offering tours & a landscaped garden, plus regular mass & concerts.

Washington Monument plus memorials to Lincoln, MLK, FDR, WWII & Vietnam vets along a grassy mall.

Parthenon-inspired tribute to Abraham Lincoln with a 19-ft. marble statue, murals & reflecting pool.

Columned rotunda in the style of Rome's Pantheon on the man-made reservoir known as the Tidal Basin.

Grand, storied cathedral with stained glass, organ recitals & scenic vistas from the top.

Vast military cemetery featuring JFK’s eternal flame, Memorial Amphitheater & Tomb of the Unknowns.

👍👍 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...

👍👍 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...

👍👍 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...

The site of Lincoln's assassination, this historic theater offers nightly performances & tours.

Museum branch showcasing handicrafts, textiles & decorative arts by contemporary national artists.

Museum exploring the history of the U.S. postal service, from the Pony Express to stamp collections.

This huge, iconic pool on the National Mall reflects the Lincoln Memorial & the Washington Monument.

Former home of Robert E. Lee, this Greek Revival mansion features a flower garden & on-site museum.

Garden commemorating German-American friendship with plants native to both countries.

Iconic, domed classical building housing the U.S. Senate & House of Representatives, open for tours.

👍👍 The events and art at this place are worth to visit. If you like art and culture, you would love this place

Uniquely themed accommodations in a mansion that also features event space & an eclectic museum.

👍👍 An amazing space! Truly the best Apple Store I have ever been in. DC history center is also amazing. Check it out!