Explore DC
Teeming with American treasures, Washington, D.C., is home to many celebrated symbols of patriotism, unique neighborhoods, free attractions and special events. From trendy Georgetown to energetic downtown, Washington, D.C., offers more than just tourist attractions. Home to a lively urban center with a variety of dining options and plenty of shopping, visitors can find culture at the Kennedy Center or activities on the Potomac River. Bring your walking shoes for visits to the many monuments and museums!
Below are few attractions in the area, but for more information, visit the Washington, D.C., Convention & Visitors site.
Nearby Area Attractions
- National Zoo (free admission) - 4 blocks
- National Cathedral - 1.5 miles
- White House - 2 miles
- U.S. Capitol - 3.5 miles
- Arlington National Cemetery - 5 miles
- Mount Vernon , the estate of George and Martha Washington. - 30 miles
- National Mall - 2 - 4 miles
- Constitution Gardens
- Lincoln Memorial
- Tidal Basin, home of the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
- Jefferson Memorial
- Korean War Memorial
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
- Washington Monument
- Vietnam Veterans Memorial
- World War II Memorial
Performing Arts
- Ford's Theater - 2 miles
- National Theatre - 2.5 miles
- Warner Theater - 2.5 miles
- John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts - 3 miles
- Shakespeare Theatre - 3 miles
Museums
- National Geographic Museum - 1.7 miles
- International Spy Museum - 2 miles
- National Museum of Women in the Arts - 2.5 miles
- U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum - 3.5 miles
- Smithsonian Institute, includes the following museums - 2 - 4 miles
- African American History and Culture Museum
- African Art Museum
- Air and Space Museum and IMAX Theater
- American History Museum
- American Indian Museum
- Anacostia Community Museum
- Arts & Industries Building
- Freer Gallery of Art
- Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture Garden
- Natural History Museum and IMAX Theater
- National Gallery of Art
- Portrait Gallery
- Postal Museum
- Renwick Gallery
- Sackler Gallery
- Smithsonian Institution Building, The Castle.
Dining Options
Dig in to one of the country’s hottest restaurant scenes – the nation’s capital is a can’t-miss culinary destination. A small sample of restaurants is listed below, but for more information, visit the Washington, D.C., Convention & Visitors site for all of your options!
Woodley Park
- Open City
- Petit Plats (French)
- Lebanese Taverna (Middle Eastern)
- Medaterra (Mediterranean-American)
- Mr. Chen’s Organic (Chinese)
- Macintyre's (American)
Dupont Circle
- La Tomate (Italian)
- Bistrot du Coin (French)
- Ted & The Bully Bar (American)
- Boqueria Tapas (Spanish)
Adams Morgan
- New Heights (American)
- Mintwood Place (Modern Comfort)
- Madam's Organ (Soul Food)
- The Grill From Ipanema (Brazilian)
- Perry's (Eclectic Sushi)
Georgetown
