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Washington D.C. - Things to do! 🏛️🌷
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Mandee Johns
I’ve spent the past 4.5 years living in the DMV, so you can trust my recs :) D.C. is not only a great place for tourism, but so are the surrounding areas. I’ve also thrown in some spots in Alexandria, VA and Maryland not too far over!
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National Mall and Memorial Parks (U.S. National Park Service)
All museums in D.C. are FREE! Just plan your commute or parking situation ahead of time :)
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
https://naturalhistory.si.edu
Homepage | Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
GORDON RAMSEY owned pizza place in D.C.! A must try 😍🍕
Street Pizza | Washington DC | Restaurants
My favorite Persian restaurant in D.C. My father in law is from Iran and suggests this restaurant to anyone willing to try it!
Rumi’s Kitchen
Check out Apple’s Carnegie Library!
Carnegie Gallery
Catch a bus tour and get a stress free tour of the city!
Washington DC Tours
Check out this 4 story mall with plenty of food and shopping options :)
Fashion Centre at Pentagon City™
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Air Force District of Washington > Air Force Memorial
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Chinatown (2025) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Reviews)
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Home Page - Mia's Italian Kitchen
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Home Page - Vola’s Dockside Grill & Hi-Tide Lounge
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Northside 10 | Visit Alexandria
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National Harbor Maryland | DC Waterfront | National Harbor
If you’re down for a bit of a drive, Baltimore’s National Aquarium is a MUST see- especially if you’re traveling with kiddos.
Homepage
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National Bonsai Foundation - Bonsai Museum Washington DC
A hidden gem!!!
Rock Creek Park (U.S. National Park Service)
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U.S. National Arboretum
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Air and Space Museum
Catch the beautiful cherry blossoms in the springtime! 🌸
National Cherry Blossom Festival
Such an awesome food hall. Various options: - Asian - Southern cuisine - Desserts - Boba - Bar And even games while you wait for your food!
The Spot Food Hall - Suitland, MD
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Great Falls Park (U.S. National Park Service)