100 Free (or Nearly Free) Things to Do in DC. Skip to main content Washington, DC offers attractions and activities for everyone, including visitors on a budget. Choose from the categories below to see what's free or nearly free. Topics Family-Friendly History & Heritage Arts & Culture Theater & Performing Arts Restaurants Food & Wine Outdoor Attractions & Activities African American Culture International DC GLBT Around Town 100 Free (& Almost Free) Things to Do in Washington DC Family-Friendly History & Heritage Arts & Culture Theater & Performing Arts Restaurants Food & Wine Outdoor Attractions & Activities African American Culture International DC Around Town googleplus ShareThis Copy and Paste.
Washington DC - A Guide to Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia. Top 10 Things to Do in the Washington DC/Capital Region. There is so much to see and do in Washington, DC that you can’t see it all in just one visit. A well-rounded trip should include exploring the National Mall and some other activities too. Here are some tips to help you get around the popular attractions and some suggestions of fun and more relaxing things to do in the region. 1.
Visit the Smithsonian Photo © Smithsonian Institution Start at the Smithsonian Institution Building where you can pick up a map and information on all of the museums. These national treasures cover a wide range of subjects from art to space exploration. 2. Photo © Rachel Cooper, licensed to About.com, Inc. Our national monuments are truly spectacular. 3. Photo © Architect of the Capitol Explore the U.S. 4. Georgetown, the capital’s historic waterfront, today bustles with activity. 5. The Washington DC region is lucky to have this wonderful historic park that offers a quick relief from hectic city life. 6. Photo © Carol Pratt 7. Photo © Wolf Trap Farm Park 8. 9. 10. Smithsonian. Home page.
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