Things To Do
DC is full of things to do. The National Mall is full of interesting (and free) museums along with all the Monuments. Here are a few other ideas of things to do in the area.
National Mall
Washington, DC
Take a walk around the National Mall and explore the Monuments.
Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum
600 Independence Avenue Southwest, Washington, DC 20560
Smithsonian National Zoological Park
3001 Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20008
Entry is free but you do need to book entry in advance through the website.
National Museum of African American History and Culture
1400 Constitution Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20560
Entry is free but you need to reserve passes in advance on their website.
ARTECHOUSE DC
1238 Maryland Avenue Southwest, Washington, DC 20024
Unfortunately not one of the free art museums but so cool. Buy tickets in advance.
Planet Word
925 13th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20005
Great for kids. Buy tickets in advance.
Barrel Oak Winery and Brewery
3623 Grove Lane, Delaplane, VA 20144
About an hour outside of DC but makes for a really fun day trip.
The Wharf DC
760 Maine Avenue Southwest, Washington, DC 20024
Walk along the waterfront at the Warf and explore the shops and restaurants.
Key Bridge Boathouse
3500 Water Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20007
Rent kayaks, canoes or SUP and enjoy the views of DC from the water.
Billy Goat Trail
11710 Macarthur Boulevard, Potomac, MD 20854
Hike along the Potomac River on the Billy Goat Trail. Be sure to take a look at the map and decide which section you want to hike.
Boating In DC at Tidal Basin Pedal Boats
1501 Maine Avenue Southwest, Washington, DC 20004
For all the days along the way