Things to Do in Washington, DC

There’s a reason some fifteen million people visit Washington, DC every year: There are a lot of things to do in Washington DC! Major landmarks are everywhere, including the nineteen Smithsonian complexes and this little white house the leader of the free world lives in.

Imposing monuments in The National Mall offer incredible photo opps and dramatic history lessons, while The Mall and surrounding parks also host everything from afternoon picnics to massive rallies, as well as major events and festivals. There are no sandy beaches in DC, but additional long parks and paths dot the Potomac River, perfect for joggers, walkers, rowers, things to do, and outdoor activities of all kind.

Shopping runs the gamut from fashionable Georgetown shopping district to the endless array of boutiques, clothing stores, and independent record stores in Adams Morgan, Dupont Circle, and U Street. Happy Hour culture is also huge in this political town, fueled in large part by a strict 9-to-5 federal employee work day...read less