Sightseeing in Washington DC
While you're in town for our wedding, take advantage of exploring the nation's capital! Here are some must-see attractions and activities.
Monuments & Memorials
Lincoln Memorial
Iconic memorial honoring Abraham Lincoln
Washington Monument
555-foot marble obelisk on the National Mall
Jefferson Memorial
Beautiful memorial surrounded by cherry blossoms
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial
Inspiring memorial to the civil rights leader
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Moving tribute to Vietnam War veterans
Korean War Veterans Memorial
Memorial honoring Korean War veterans
Museums
Smithsonian Museums
World's largest museum complex
Natural History Museum
Dinosaurs, gems, and natural wonders
Air and Space Museum
Aviation and space exploration exhibits
American History Museum
American culture and history artifacts
National Gallery of Art
Masterpieces from around the world
Holocaust Memorial Museum
Important memorial and education center
Neighborhoods to Explore
Georgetown
Historic cobblestone streets and waterfront
Dupont Circle
Trendy neighborhood with great restaurants
Adams Morgan
Diverse area known for nightlife and dining
U Street Corridor
Historic jazz district with music venues
Capitol Hill
Home to the US Capitol and Supreme Court
Entertainment & Shows
Kennedy Center
Premier performing arts venue
Washington Nationals Game
Catch a baseball game at Nationals Park
Travel Tips
- •Most Smithsonian museums are free admission
- •Metro system is efficient for getting around the city
- •Many monuments are beautiful at night and well-lit
- •Book museum tours and Kennedy Center shows in advance