Destinations
Washington, DC is one of the world’s leading destinations for travel and tourism. The city is home to the country’s finest monuments and memorials, world-class museums, a wealth of retail and acclaimed theater. There’s no shortage of entertainment, from outstanding shopping to the wonders of free museums to can’t-miss theater to iconic monuments along the beautiful National Mall. From cultural events to American history, historical attractions and so much more, Washington, DC offers attractions and activities for every visitor.
No trip to Washington, DC is complete without touring its celebrated monuments and memorials. These include the Lincoln Memorial, the Korean War Veterans Memorial, the Jefferson Memorial, the National World War II Memorial, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, the FDR Memorial and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.
History, science, art and culture come alive at these DC museums. Visit the National Museum of Natural History, National Air and Space Museum, National Museum of American History, National Zoo, National Museum of African American History and Culture, the National Air and Space Museum’s Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center and more.
Enter the National Museum of the Marine Corps and experience what it means to be a Marine.
The Arlington National Cemetery is the country’s largest military cemetery and serves as the final resting place for more than 400,000 military veterans and their immediate family. It is the home of several well-known historic sites, including the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the gravesite of President John F. Kennedy.
With interactive exhibitions, the foremost collection of spy artifacts in the world, and first-person accounts from top intelligence officers and experts, the International Spy Museum places visitors in the shoes of the spies.
This historic museum near DC’s National Mall is where you can see America’s founding documents – the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and the Bill of Rights.
The White House Visitor Center is a nearly 1,600 square foot visitor experience featuring interactive and tactile exhibits, a large-scale model of the White House, museum galleries, a temporary exhibit area, and the White House Historical Association retail shop. The Visitor Center provides a window into the Executive Mansion.
Visit the riverside estate of George Washington.
This museum serves as a living memorial to the Holocaust, one of the worst tragedies the world has ever seen.
The Capitol Visitor Center features guided tours of the Capitol, a 500-seat Restaurant, two Gift Shops, and an Exhibition Hall which tells the story of the U.S. Congress and the Capitol.
This state-of-the-art museum in the nation’s capital focuses on the history, narrative and impact of the Bible.
Soak in sweeping views of Washington, DC’s iconic landmarks, such as the Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial from the warm and comfortable indoor areas and the open-air decks while a live DJ plays all the favorite hits. Enjoy an unforgettable dinner cruise with an evening of dining and dancing on the water!