From monuments and memorials to vibrant neighborhoods filled with character and charm, DC is a memorable, world-class destination filled with breathtaking views, unique venues, award-winning hotels and hundreds of free things to do. Enjoy the iconic monuments along the beautiful National Mall, acclaimed theater at renowned venues like the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and Arena Stage, outstanding shopping in historic Georgetown and inside the fashion-forward CityCenterDC and great sporting entertainment from five professional franchises.
Explore DC’s nightlife and a flourishing dining scene that has been rewarded with a Michelin Guide. Near the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, attendees and visitors can enjoy acclaimed new restaurants, including Marjorie Meek-Bradley’s Smoked and Stacked, All-Purpose Pizzeria and Del Campo.
DC offers unique cultural diversity, pairing international influence with a distinct local identity. It’s easy to access and navigate through three airports. Traversing the city is simple, whether by foot, via bike rental with Capital Bikeshare or through the city’s efficient Metrorail system. The nation’s capital is a go-to destination for a successful and unforgettable visit.
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MUSEUMS
- National Museum of African American History and Culture
Admission is free but you need a timed pass to enter the museum. https://nmaahc.si.edu/visit/passes
Hours: 10 am – 5:30 pm
- National Museum of American History http://americanhistory.si.edu/
Admission is free
Hours: 10 am – 5:30 pm
- National Air & Space Museum http://americanhistory.si.edu/
Admission is free
Hours: 10 am – 5:30 pm
- American Art Museum http://americanart.si.edu/
Admission is free
Hours: 11:30 am – 7:00 pm
- Renwick Gallery http://renwick.americanart.si.edu/
Admission is free
Hours: 10 am – 5:30 pm
- National Museum of Natural History http://naturalhistory.si.edu/
Admission is free, except the Butterfly Pavilion and the IMAX Theatre
Hours: 10 am – 5:30 pm
- National Portrait Gallery http://npg.si.edu/
Admission is free
Hours: 11:30 am – 7 pm
- Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture Garden https://hirshhorn.si.edu/collection/home/
Admission is free
Museum Hours: 10 am – 5:30 pm
Plaza Hours: 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Garden Hours: 7:30 am - dusk
- National Museum of the American Indian http://nmai.si.edu/
Admission is free
Hours: 10 am – 5:30 pm
- National Postal Museum https://postalmuseum.si.edu/
Admission is free
Hours: 10 am – 5:30 pm
- National Museum of African Art https://africa.si.edu/
Admission is free
Hours: 10 am – 5:30 pm
- Smithsonian Institution Building (The Castle) https://www.si.edu/museums/smithsonian-institution-building
Admission is free
Hours: 8:30 am – 5:30 pm
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CITY SEGWAY TOURS
Washington, D.C. https://www.citysegwaytours.com/
- National Mall Segway Tour
Starting from $75/person
- Washington, D.C. Day bike Tour
Starting from $39/person
- Monuments & Memorials Segway Tour
Starting from $75/person
- Monuments & Memorials Night Bike Tour
Starting from $44/person
- US Capital Building & Capitol Hill Walking Tour
Starting from $35/person
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