Things To Do (DC Attractions)
You've learned about Washington DC in school and seen images of the city in dozens of movies and television shows, but there's nothing like seeing the Nation's Capitol in person. The District of Columbia is best known as the home to the federal government, but it is also a vibrant city and a great vacation destination with a wide range of attractions, events, entertainment, shopping, dining and outdoor opportunities.
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The White House is the official residence and principal workplace of the President of the United States
The National Mall is the central point of most sightseeing visits to Washington, DC. It is home to the Smithsonian Museums and the National Memorials and is the "must see" destination that attracts visitors from around the world. The Mall has many historic buildings and is a scenic destination.
The U. S. Capitol Building is an impressive structure located at the opposite end of the National Mall from the Washington Monument. The building is Washington, DC's meeting chambers for the Senate and the House of Representatives.
The Washington Monument, a memorial to George Washington, our nation's first president, is the most prominent landmark in Washington, DC and stands as the centerpiece of the National Mall. The monument can be seen from a great distance across the city.
The Smithsonian Castle houses the Smithsonian's administrative offices and the Smithsonian Information Center. This Victorian style, red sandstone building was built in 1855 and is the oldest building on the National Mall.
The National Museum of Natural History is part of the Smithsonian Institution and houses a national collection of more than 125 million natural science specimens and cultural artifacts. The museum is one of the most family-friendly and popular attractions in Washington DC.
The Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum maintains the largest collection of historic air and spacecraft in the world. It is one of the most popular attractions on the National Mall in Washington DC.
The Korean War Memorial honors those who were killed, captured, wounded or remain missing in action during the Korean War (1950-1953). Nineteen figures represent every ethnic background. The statues are supported by a granite wall with 2,400 faces of land, sea and air support troops.
