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Washington, DC Attractions

Air & Space Museum
Anacostia Museum
Arlington National Cemetery
Bureau of Engraving and Printing
C&O Canal
Capitol Building
Capitol Children's Museum
Corcoran Gallery
Daughters of American Revolution
Ford's Theater
Franklin Roosevelt Monument
Freer Gallery
Hard Rock Cafe
Hirshhorn Museum
Jefferson Memorial
JFK Center for the Performing Arts
Library of Congress
Lincoln Memorial
MCI Center
National Archives
National Geographic Society
National Mall
National Gallery of Art
Nat. Museum of African Art
Nat. Museum of American History
Nat. Museum of Natural History
Nat. Postal Museum
National Aquarium
National Sports Gallery
Planet Hollywood
Smithsonian Institute
Supreme Court Building
Union Station
US Holocaust Memorial Museum
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Washington DC Convention Center
Washington Monument
White House

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Washington, D.C. at a Glance:
Washington, DC is beautiful all year round, but the best times to visit are during the Spring and Autumn.

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Articles About Washington, DC

D.C. -- More Than Just the Capitol: by Deborah Straw.
Washington, D.C. represents one of the best travel bargains in the country, especially for a family or group.

Get a Good Map: by Wendy Maxey.
Unless you're armed with a good map of the city, a good map of the transportation system and some good navigational skills (a compass wouldn't hurt here), you're bound to get lost -- at least once.

Ten Family Fun Spots in D.C.: by Carla Suson.
Washington, D.C. is filled with historical and cultural tourist stops that are great for adults, but what about young children?

Twelve Tips to Keep D.C. on the Cheap: by Carla Suson.
Washington, D.C. is rated one of the most expensive places to live in the entire country. However, it doesn't have to cost you an arm and a leg to visit. With a little ahead-of-time planning, budgeting and the right attitude, you and your family can have a great time without breaking the bank.

Twenty-Five Free Things to Do in D.C.: by Shelley Poulton.
The nation's capital has a wealth of attractions to offer -- and the best part is that many of them are free! Visit museums, art galleries, monuments and more without spending a dime. Here are some freebies that are not to be missed.

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