Explore DC

Attractions Around Town

Whether it’s a museum, park, or historical landmark, Washington D.C. is home to many of the nation’s most popular attractions. Start planning your trip

Tour Guides:

Washington Post Visitor Guide

City Paper

Frommer's

AOL City Guide

Cultural Tourism DC

Explore DC

 

Major Attractions:

 

Smithsonian Institute

National Air and Space Museum

National Zoo

American History Museum

American Indian Museum

National Museum of Natural History

National Portrait Gallery

National Archives

International Spy Museum

National Mall & Memorial Parks

White House Tours

U. S. House of Representatives Tour

Supreme Court

Theater

 

The Kennedy Center

Ford's Theater

National Theatre

 

Athletics:

Washington Wizards

Washington Mystics

Washington Redskins

Washington Nationals

D.C. United Soccer

Restaurant Guides:

Washington Post Restaurant Guide

AOL Restaurant Guide

Zagat's

Restaurants Around Campus:

Colonel Brooks Tavern

Kelly's Ellis Island