Tag: Washington DC
The Best (and Strangest) of D.C.’s Museums
The National Mall and the Smithsonian institution are inimitable classics in the museum world; Natural History and Air and Space will always be tourist favorites. However, amid Washington D.C.’s torrent of museum culture, some oddities exist. The following are the most compelling, strange, and niche-specific of the District’s exhibitions.
The Spy…
A Guide to D.C.’s Best Annual Events
The District’s best festivals include both neighborhood celebrations and performances on the national stage. Visit Washington D.C. during one of the following events, and expect to be treated to theatre exhibitions, musical performances, art showcases, and cultural cuisine.
Season: Spring
Event: Cherry Blossom Festival
“Festival” is a term somewhat loosely applied…
Washington D.C.’s Most Tourist-Friendly Neighborhoods
Washington D.C.’s political epicenter and beloved museums draw major crowds, but comparatively few tourists venture into the city’s residential areas. The following neighborhoods are District locals’ favorites, guaranteed to impart authentic D.C. to the eager visitor.
Capitol Hill
The Capitol Building is one of the District’s main draws, offering constant guided tours and…
D.C.’s Best Political Tours
From the governmental epicenter of the modern world to one-time Presidential retreats, these Washington D.C. tours are the closest the average citizen will get to the political process. Whether you’d prefer walking the Senate floor with your local representative or languishing on the grounds of Mount Vernon, these tours…
D.C.’s Best Free Attractions
Amid Washington D.C.’s bevy of free museums and entertainment, it’s hard to tell which attractions really deserve your attention. This guide showcases five of the Capital’s must-see freebies, guaranteed to impress any eager visitor.
The Department of Agriculture’s pièce de résistance occupies a roughly 500-acre plot from northeast New York…
50 Things To Do in Washington, DC
Between the national monuments, the trendy streets of Georgetown, new restaurants downtown, the beautiful Potomac River and the shows at the Kennedy Center, Washington DC has a lot to offer visitors. Here’s a sample.
