pizza, sandwiches, salads, craft beer (lunch, dinner, happy hour)
deli and bakery (breakfast, lunch)
entrees, sandwiches, salads Reservations recommended (lunch, dinner, Saturday and Sunday brunch)
entrees, handhelds, salads, extensive menu of bourbon, wine, beer, cocktails (lunch, dinner, Saturday and Sunday brunch)
entrees, burgers, sandwiches, salads (lunch, dinner, Saturday and Sunday brunch, late night) Open until 2am on Friday and Saturday.
sassy gifts, books, clothing, home accents
wine, Belgian chocolates, cheese, charcuterie, beer
books, plants
Virginia goodies (peanuts, honey, chips, sauces) and gifts
100+ designer and name-brand outlet stores
Five miles south of Dulles Airport (great for guests with early flight arrivals or late flight departures) The museum's collections include the Space Shuttle Discovery, World War II aircraft, the Enola Gay, a Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird, and many commercial aircraft. There are ride simulators and an observation tower with a view of Dulles Airport.
National Air and Space Museum requires free timed-entry passes. Passes through April 14 are now available.
Free timed-entry passes are required. They are available up to 30 days in advance, starting at 8:00 a.m.
A full list of all of the Smithsonian museums, including those on the National Mall.
Wonderful collection of paintings, sculptures, prints, photographs, and more; including "Ginevra de' Benci," the only painting by Leonardo da Vinci on view in the Americas. Both the West Building and the East Building offer a respite from the crowds of other museums.
Visit the Capitol National Visitor Center. Book a free tour through the Capitol website. Also, check the information desk in Emancipation Hall for free passes for specialty tours.
National Zoo requires free timed-entry passes. Passes for April will be available in late March.
Find history and nature at the confluence of the Shenandoah and Potomac Rivers. The park includes the 19th century Lower Town, John Brown's fort, Storer College, and miles of hiking trails (including part of the Appalachian Trail).