Things to Do in Washington, District Of Columbia
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Ford's Theatre and Lincoln Museum
Washington, District of Columbia
Best known as the place in which President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated in 1865, Ford's Theatre is one of the nation's most visited sites. Lincoln...
History Museum
Theater
National Mall
Washington, District of Columbia
The National Mall & Memorial Parks is the heartcenter of DC's history, containing more than 80 historic buildings and 150 historic parks and sites. Highlights include...
Historical Landmark
National Museum of the American Indian
Washington, District of Columbia
If your kids are into fashion, take them to the Identity By Design exhibit at this museum devoted to America's native cultures. If they think that a certain brand of...
History Museum
Ethnic Museum
U.S. Botanic Garden
Washington, District of Columbia
You'll have to stop your mesmerized child (and maybe even yourself) from reaching for a take-home souvenir: the flora here is so varied and exotic that you have to...
Garden
World War II Memorial
Washington, District of Columbia
The D.C. Mall is dotted with monuments, but kids seem to be especially fascinated by the memorial for veterans of World War II. They love the wide-open space, for...
Historical Landmark
DC Ducks Land and Sea Tours
Washington, District of Columbia
This is no ordinary tour: Kids fascinated with military vehicles are excited to find that the Ducks land/water vehicles are actually restored WWII amphibious personnel carriers. The younger kids...
Boat Tour
Boat Ride
Washington Doll's House and Toy Museum
Washington, District of Columbia
Yes, there's the sweet Edwardian Tea Room, and sure, there are dollhouses and miniatures galore, making this nirvana for little girls. But don't leave the boys outside with Dad. Victorian...
Special Collection
C&O Historic Boat Ride
Washington, District of Columbia
Kids on a C&O boat quickly realize this isn't merely a pleasant hour on the water. The mules pulling the boat from the canal-side towpaths are the first...
Boat Ride
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A Monumental Good Time for All Ages
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