Things to do in Washington

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Washington DC Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Washington DC Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Activity duration is 1 day
7.6 out of 10 with 615 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$424 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Waterfalls Adventure, A Hidden Gem In Nature

Waterfalls Adventure, A Hidden Gem In Nature

Activity duration is 4 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$510 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Waterfalls Adventure, A Hidden Gem In Nature

Waterfalls Adventure, A Hidden Gem In Nature

Activity duration is 4 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$510 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Spirit of Washington D.C. Signature Lunch Cruise

Spirit of Washington D.C. Signature Lunch Cruise

Activity duration is 2 hours
7.6 out of 10 with 31 reviews
Price is HK$709 per adult
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Attractions

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LEGO Discovery Centre Washington, D.C.

LEGO Discovery Centre Washington, D.C.

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$220 per adult
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What to do in Washington

Popular places to visit

National Mall which includes an administrative building, a city and heritage architecture

National Mall

Inspiring architecture, magnificent museums and the icons of American history await on Washington’s famous two-mile (three-kilometer) strip.

National Mall
White House

White House

Explore the home and workplace of the president of the United States. See entertainment areas and state rooms and learn about the history of this famous building.

White House
Arlington National Cemetery showing a cemetery, a memorial and a square or plaza

Arlington National Cemetery

Pay tribute to those who lost their lives fighting for their country in the best-known military cemetery in America.

Arlington National Cemetery
United States Capitol

United States Capitol

Sitting on top of Capitol Hill is a Washington landmark that’s been the home of American democracy for more than 200 years.

United States Capitol
National Air and Space Museum

Smithsonian Institution

Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.

Smithsonian Institution
University of Maryland, College Park

University of Maryland, College Park

Explore the campus of University of Maryland, College Park, a top university in College Park. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

University of Maryland, College Park
Washington Navy Yard

Washington Navy Yard

Washington Navy Yard is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.

Washington Navy Yard
Capital One Arena

Capital One Arena

Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's great live music and notable monuments.

Capital One Arena
National Museum of African American History and Culture

National Museum of African American History and Culture

National Museum of African American History and Culture is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.

National Museum of African American History and Culture

Areas of Washington

Downtown Washington D.C. featuring a city, night scenes and street scenes

Downtown Washington D.C.

4.5/5(156 area reviews)

Art galleries, museums and theaters as well as vibrant entertainment, nightlife and shopping districts await in this city center neighborhood.

Downtown Washington D.C.
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Northwest

3.5/5(4 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Capital One Arena, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.

Northwest
Georgetown featuring a house, heritage architecture and a city

Georgetown

4.5/5(14 area reviews)

Discover some of Washington’s oldest buildings, upscale shops and vibrant nightlife in this elegant riverside suburb.

Georgetown
Alexandria featuring heritage elements

Old Town Alexandria

5/5(5 area reviews)

This well-preserved historic district a short drive from Washington D.C. has modern art and designer fashions lining 18th-century cobblestone streets.

Old Town Alexandria
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Capitol Hill

4/5(41 area reviews)

Home to the emblematic U.S. Capitol Building, this central neighborhood is famous for its historic landmarks, markets, museums and nightlife.

Capitol Hill
Dupont Circle featuring a monument and a statue or sculpture

Dupont Circle

4.5/5(91 area reviews)

Funky shops, historic houses and fascinating museums have turned this once-exclusive neighborhood into a fun-loving bohemian district.

Dupont Circle
Alexandria featuring café lifestyle, a small town or village and street scenes

Alexandria

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Hyattsville

Lake Artemesia featuring a lake or waterhole

College Park

National Harbor

National Harbor

Photo by Shannon Willitts

Riverdale