What to Do in Washington, DC

Music

Washington DC is responsible for more melodious tones in its live music venues. Whether you’re looking for a radio-friendly stadium headliner or an only-in-DC acoustic set, you’re sure to find an act that’s (literally) music to your ears.

National Mall

The grassy area stretching from the Washington Monument to the U.S. Capitol Building, flanked by the museums of the Smithsonian Institution, is known as the National Mall. The Mall hums with activity every day—large events like festivals and demonstrations, and ordinary ones like tourist photo opportunities. Just west of the Mall lie many Memorial Parks, all commemorating presidents, wars, and other significant people and events in U.S. history.

Cultural Arts

Verizon Center, located in downtown Washington, D.C., is a state-of-the-art sports and entertainment facility. The arena offers world-class sporting events, concerts, family shows, trade shows and special events. It’s located in the Chinatown/Penn Quarter neighborhood.

Tours

Old Town Trolley – Enjoy a narrated tour of Washington DC covering over 100 points of interest, including the Lincoln Memorial, Georgetown, Washington National Cathedral, the White House, the museums of the Smithsonian Institution, and Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial.

Take a tour with personalized attention while visiting the Capitol Building, the White House and most of Washington, DC’s monuments. Tour guides get on and off the shuttles and offer insight into the city’s top attractions.

Go to DC’s Office Travel Website to find out more www.Washington.org

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