Washington DC - The Nation’s Capitol

Federal Capital: Washington District of Columbia
Admission to the union:
Feb 21, 1871 as a Municipal Corporation

The nation’s capital is one of the great cities of the world. Seat of all three branches of Government, home to museums, institutes, monuments, agencies, the embassies of almost every country, the World Bank and IMF; the amazing city of Washington DC is a must for any visitor to the USA or out of town tourist. The world’s most famous home is located at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue with the world’s most powerful family in residence. The city’s many attractions are beyond words and it would take weeks to appreciate them all. The city is also the location of many of the nation’s historical events and its images are familiar to almost every living person on the planet. Washington DC really does make a great destination on its own or part of a wider tour. With so many indoor attractions the city is a rewarding destination in any season.

Things to do in Washington DC:

Begin your visit with a trip to Pennsylvania Avenue and try for a glimpse of its famous resident then begin your Washington DC Power Pass which included free entry to:

1. The International Spy Museum
2. Madame Tussauds
3. The Newseum
4. Old Town Trolley
5.  George Washington's Estate & Gardens
6. Bike and Roll Bike Rental
7. DC Ducks
8. Woodrow Wilson House
9. Potomac River Boat
10. Tudor Place
11. AudioSteps MP3 Audio Tours
12. Washington DC TV and Movie Sites Bus Tour
13. Shop and Play at Tysons Corner Center
14. Dulles Golf Center
15. Discovery Creek Children's Museum, The Stables at Glen Echo Park
16. The Phillips Collection
17. Stephen Decatur House Museum
18. Guided Washington DC Walking Tours
19. The Kreeger Museum
20. Marian Koshland Science Museum
21. The Textile Museum

You will need comfortable shoes and plenty of time to experience the world famous Smithsonian Institute, home to many of the world’s most important historical items.

The National Museum of Crime and Punishment is appropriately located in the nation’s crime capital (DC), and well worth a visit.

Stamp Collectors are in for a treat at the National Postal Museum.

 

Enjoy a show or theatre tour at the historic Ford’s Theatre where Abraham Lincoln met his maker.

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