Monuments and memorials, eclectic neighborhoods, true local flavor – Washington, DC is a place unlike any other. It’s your home away from home with free museums and America’s front yard. Plan your trip to the nation’s capital by checking out all the things to do, places to eat and ways to stay.
Washington, DC might be the capital of the United States, but there’s far more to see and do than just the White House and the US Capitol Building.
Famous for its monuments, visitors can see the Washington Monument, the Lincoln Memorial, and the Thomas Jefferson Memorial, to name only a few, in the National Mall. Nearby, several Smithsonian Museums, the National Archives, and the National Gallery of Art are available for visiting.
Other attractions include the National Zoo, the International Spy Museum, and the United States Botanical Garden. Within a relatively close drive, Busch Gardens and Six Flags America offer family fun with amusement park rides, water slides, shows, and exhibits. Sports fans won’t be disappointed with the year-round events including the Nationals, Capitals, Redskins, and Wizards games.
Activities
Washington, D.C. has fun activities and attractions for every kind of visitor. During your visit to the nation’s capital, choose from world-class cultural events, a vibrant (and delicious) dining scene, museums packed with history and so much more.
Smithsonian Museums
Explore and learn about everything from the origins of man and the future of flight to the history of art across multiple continents with more than 150 million objects, works of art, and specimens to discover. The Smithsonian’s collection of knowledge centers serve as a treasure chest for visitors and a guide to the most fascinating aspects of our world.
Getting there
Airlines serving Washington, D.C. (IAD) from Myrtle Beach International Airport
