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Fun Things to See in Washington, DC
The greater metropolitan Washington, DC area offers endless choices in fun things to do for the whole family. Enjoy tours of national monuments, have your picture taken in front of the White House, visit the National Zoo with the kids, and stroll around the Washington Monument and admire the magnificence of Abraham Lincoln at the Lincoln Memorial. There is much to see and do when you vacation at Best Western Washington Gateway hotel in nearby Rockville, Maryland.
Lincoln Memorial. The Lincoln Memorial, a magnificent marble statue of Abraham Lincoln, memorializes the 16th president of the United States, the man behind the Emancipation Proclamation. The Memorial is a symbol of freedom and inspiration. Admission to the Lincoln Memorial is free. The Lincoln Memorial, open 24-hours a day, is located at the National Mall. Park rangers are on staff to answer questions daily from 9:30am to 11:30pm. [Top]
Washington, DC Vacation Packages. Best Western Washington Gateway is the perfect hotel for convenient access to Washington, DC monuments. The hotel provides free shuttle transportation to the nearby Metro station where you can hop the subway to downtown Washington, DC. Reserve your Best Western Washington Gateway Washington, DC City Tour vacation package online for best rates. [Top]
United States Capitol. The United States Capitol stands at the head of the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The grand building houses the meeting chambers of the Senate and House of Representatives, and houses a small museum of American art and history. Guided tours of the Capitola are offered free of charge Monday – Saturday from 9am to 4:30pm. Tours are available on a first-come/first-serve basis. [Top]
Washington Monument. The Washington Monument is one of the oldest landmarks in Washington, DC. The Egyptian obelisk-shaped monument was built in honor of George Washington and United States independence. The monument was completed on December 6, 1884. The Washington Monument stands 555-feet and 5/8-inches tall and is ringed with American flags at the base. The Monument is open daily, excluding July 4 and December 25, from 9:00AM to 5:00PM. The last tour of the day begins at 4:45PM. [Top]
The White House. A visit to The White House is a must for anyone strolling past Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, DC. The White House is the home of the President of the United States. Free tours are available to the public, but must be made in advance. Requests for tours can be made through one’s Congressional representative up to six months in advance. Reservations are not required for viewing The White House outside the gates. [Top]
National Air and Space Museum. View the world’s largest collection of historic air and spacecraft at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC and nearby Chantilly, Virginia. Kids of all ages will enjoy viewing impressive displays, exhibits and original aircraft including the Wright brothers’ first plane, and Charles Lindbergh’s Spirit of St. Louis. Museum hours are 10:00AM to 5:30PM daily, except December 25. [Top]
The John F. Kennedy Center. The John F. Kennedy Center in Washington, DC overlooks the Potomac River and is the busiest arts center in the country. Over 3,000 performances are held at this renowned performing arts center each year. Tours of The Kennedy Center are available. [Top]
The National Museum of Natural History. Among the most popular Smithsonian Institution museums is The National Museum of Natural History. The museum houses over 125 million specimens and artifacts from all corners of the globe. Exhibits and collections explore every subject from the earth to animals and insects to the history of man and ancient civilizations. [Top]
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