Things to Do in Washington, District Of Columbia
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National Aquarium
Washington, District of Columbia
Little kids love this aquarium because it's small, and therefore perfect for limited attention spans. If your kids like to see the animals being fed, they're in luck here: there's...
Aquarium
National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden Ice-Skating Rink
Washington, District of Columbia
Local parents have this scenario mapped out perfectly, so follow their lead: If you let your kids go ice skating (seasonally, of course) in the beautiful sculpture garden, they'll be...
Garden
Ice Skating
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
Capitol Building
Washington, District of Columbia
It's a monument! It's a working branch of government! It's a really big building where pre-teens and teens who've studied government get to see their elected representatives at work...
Historical Landmark
The White House
Washington, District of Columbia
Home to the President of the United States, the White House is America's most famous residence -- and the only head of state's house that is...
Historical Landmark
Scenic Landmark
Arlington National Cemetery
Washington, District of Columbia
Nearly four million people visit Arlington National Cemetery each year, the resting place for 250,000 fallen military servicemen and historic figures. Presidents William Taft and...
Historical Landmark
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
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
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