Places To Go and Things to See for Tourists in Washington, DC

Washington, D.C. is an incredible place filled with free cultural attractions and world-class entertainment venues, as well as some of the best shopping and dining available. The Smithsonian Museums are the most visited museums in the world and there's nothing more majestic than viewing the monuments on the national mall at nightt when they are all lit up.

Despite popular opinion, the city is not all marble and granite monuments! There are beautiful parks and recreational facilities sprinkled throughout D.C. and its suburbs. Go for a stroll along the C&O canal or rent a paddle boat on the Tidal Basin to get up close and personal with the Jefferson Memorial or the famous cherry blossoms.

Washington, DC is home to the Washington Redskins, the Washington Nationals, the Washington Wizards, and the DC United. The Baltimore Orioles and the Baltimore Ravens are just a few miles to the north. Take in a game or two and you'll see why we have some of the best sports fans in the world!