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What are the best things to do in Washington D.C.?

My family is headed on a train trip along the East Coast and we plan to spend a couple of nights in Washington D.C.. I want to visit some sites other than the White House, so I’m wondering, what are some of the best things to do in Washington D.C.?

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Mary Cahill · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Wow, what a unique idea for a vacation! The best things to do in
Washington, D.C.
are hard to narrow down—but we’ll try! D.C. is a trove of historical sites and seemingly unlimited attractions, and we suggest indulging in a little bit of everything.
Here are our top picks for the best things to do in Washington, D.C.:
  • National Mall: Spanning 1,000 acres and bookended by the Lincoln Memorial and the Capitol Building, you can stroll through the area, stopping at must-see structures like the Washington Monument, Vietnam Wall, and Martin Luther King Memorial.
  • Eastern Market: More than just a farmer’s market, the Eastern Market is a D.C. landmark that offers a plethora of food and a variety of work from local artists.
  • Smithsonian Museums: A world-class complex of 17 museums, visitors of the Smithsonian Museums can get their fill of international artworks, a natural history museum, and the national zoo.
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