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1. National Mall

8,258
Historic Walking Areas • Parks
Upper Northwest
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Open now
By X200CFlouiser
... Mall is the Korean war memorial, the Vietnam war memorial, the World War ll memorial and the Washington monument.
  • Beautiful floral arrangements

2. United States Botanic Garden

2,777
Gardens
Upper Northwest
By KodoDrummer
A paradise of beautiful flowers in an array of colors, and many species of exotic plants from around the world.
  • Jefferson Memorial

3. Tidal Basin

1,671
Bodies of Water
By mcsc-squared
Great being there with all the trees in bloom, seeing Jefferson Memorial and walking up to Martin Luthier King memorial.
  • Immerse yourself in the mansion that became a museum.

4. Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens

1,254
Historic Sites • Gardens
Upper Northwest
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Open now
By VisitorfromWales123
... was so wonderful - both constructed and natural, birds everywhere and I loved the Pet Cemetery and Japanese Garden.
  • Sumatran Tiger

5. National Zoological Park

4,477
Zoos
Upper Northwest
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Open now
By Megreviewer14
Beautiful zoo - great exhibits from panda, to Elephants, to birds (where you walk with the birds), and it's free.
  • Sandstone pillars from the US Capitol

6. U.S. National Arboretum

670
Nature & Wildlife Areas • Hiking Trails
Open now
By jharperfl
500 acres of trees asphalt trails, roads, hills, flower beds, world class bonsai, that will cost you absolutely nothing.
  • The District Wharf is a mile-long waterfront neighborhood in Washington, DC that brings dazzling water views, hot new restaurants, year-round entertainment, and waterside style all together in one inspiring location.

7. The Wharf

123
Marinas • Points of Interest & Landmarks
Open now
By dmboras
The District Wharf area itself is a fascinating, inviting development, definitely worth exploring if you're in the area.
  • Key Bridge over Potomac River

8. Potomac River

304
Bodies of Water • Waterfalls
Upper Northwest
By leuveen
I really enjoy strolling along the banks of the river - there is plenty of paths, you can also take a boat - definite...
  • Front view house

9. Dumbarton Oaks

321
Gardens • Art Museums
Georgetown
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Open now
By O5743XXmariep
We had a great time at Dumbarton Oaks Museum in Georgetown, DC! Huge collections of Byzantine and early central ameri...
  • Sculpture Garden Fountain

10. National Gallery of Art - Sculpture Garden

568
Art Galleries • Parks
Open now
By catanhistory
Enjoy larger than life sculptures and a cool fountain while you stroll tree-shaded paths and enjoy local flora.
  • pretty in pink

11. Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens

103
National Parks • Gardens
Open now
By ITRT
The park is located on a bank of the Anacostia River and offers a welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of every...
  • Una esquina en el paseo x rock creek park

12. Rock Creek Park

283
Military Museums • Speciality Museums
Upper Northwest
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Open now
By claudiast
... Adams Morgan neighborhood stands this gem in which you can take very long walks or bike rides immersed in nature.
  • Six generations in one home and garden.

13. Tudor Place

153
Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings
Georgetown
By map0518
Our tour guide was great and very knowledgeable.
  • 円形の美術館の外周には彫刻が並べられている。草間彌生の「かぼちゃ」もあった

14. Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden

875
Gardens • Art Museums
Open now
By zenborzoi
This sunken sculpture garden on the National Mall across the street from the Hirshhorn Museum that is always wonderfu...
  • The wading canal, which is now apparently 100% safe for swimming.

15. The Yards Park

43
Parks
Open now

16. Enid A. Haupt Garden

104
Gardens
Open now
By rduinc
It's a good sized area with a brick walk path that takes you thru the flower beds and fountains with plenty of benche...
  • butterfly garden

17. Smithsonian Garden

92
Nature & Wildlife Areas
Columbia Heights
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Open now
By rgeda
It also has several camellia flower plants in different colors.
  • Festa das flores ao longo do Rio Potomac

18. Potomac Park

65
Parks
Georgetown
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Open now
  • View of the Canal

19. C & O Canal

86
Bodies of Water
Upper Northwest
By roprey
Abundant wildlife - turtles, ducks, hawks, frogs - in the canal on one side, and the majestic Potomac on the other.
  • The trail around Hains Point

20. Hains Point

36
Parks
  • Cascade Fountain

21. Meridian Hill Park

60
Parks
Upper Northwest
By legacyendeavors
We’ve stumbled upon a wonderful gem of an outdoor park in this city!
  • The other pool

22. Capitol Reflecting Pool

28
Bodies of Water
By XSki007
It’s fun, pull of people and a great park on both sides that are full of other interesting sights.
  • Mary Livingston Ripley Garden along The Mall

23. Mary Livingston Ripley Garden

25
Gardens
By JoyceZG
I loved the spectacular way that all the flowers and plants were arranged.
  • Bartholdi Park with Rayburn Office

24. Bartholdi Park

24
Parks • Gardens
By TeamWard
Located next to United States Botanic garden is a neat little park called Bartholdi park with the fountain named afte...
  • View of the Washington Monument for Constitution Gardens

25. Constitution Gardens

85
Parks

26. Lincoln Park

20
Parks • Playgrounds
Capitol Hill
  • Feliz de estar ahí.

27. Anacostia Park

11
Parks
Open now
By danaberghea2019
... walking together) , plastic bottles thrown into the river, a sidewalk, people fishing in the polutted river...
  • The Bishop's Garden - a peaceful oasis by the Cathedral

28. The Bishop's Garden

4
Gardens
By EvaSkates
Best time to go is in the evening after 4pm, so that you can park nearby.
  • Chesapeake and Ohio (C&O) Canal in Georgetown

29. Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park (in Georgetown)

11
National Parks
Georgetown
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30. Montrose Park

10
Parks
Georgetown
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