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15 Best Things To Do in Washington, District of Columbia

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About Washington


As you'd expect, the United States Capitol and Capitol Hill are the most popular places in Washington DC, followed closely by The Lincoln Memorial, which has been there since 1922.

In the same vicinity, you’ll find the Washington Monument that pays tribute to veterans of Vietnam, Korea, and the second world war. In fact, there’s a Vietnam Women’s Memorial with the names of all women who helped wounded soldiers during wartime.

Needless to say, Washington DC is known for its history, and everything else, from arts to culture, will always be secondary to it.

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Weather in January


0.5" of rainfall
36.8 ° average temp
3.5" of snow

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Washington Weather by Month


Looking for a potential month to visit Washington? The following graph illustrates the monthly highs, lows and averages of temperature, rain and snow in Washington.



Places to Stay in Washington


Use the interactive map to find lodging and a place to stay during your visit to Washington. The interactive map includes hotels, vacation rentals, BnBs and more.



Best Tours in Washington


Fill your day with these top-rated tours in Washington.



Best Things to do in Washington, DC


These are the best things to do in the greater Washington area listed by outdoor activities, arts and museums, restaurants and nightlife.


Outdoor Activities in Washington


Wheel Nuts Bike Shop

Wheel Nuts Bike Shop

Based on 156 Reviews
Vital Body & Mind

Vital Body & Mind

Based on 90 Reviews
Radiance Yoga Studio

Radiance Yoga Studio

Based on 64 Reviews


Museums in Washington


The Magic Duel

The Magic Duel

Based on 140 Reviews
The Little Towns

The Little Towns

Based on 73 Reviews
International Art Gallery & Custom Framing

International Art Gallery & Custom Framing

Based on 44 Reviews


Restaurants in Washington


Calabash Tea & Tonic

Calabash Tea & Tonic

Based on 503 Reviews
Heat Da Spot

Heat Da Spot

Based on 396 Reviews
Hungry Harvest

Hungry Harvest

Based on 285 Reviews


Nightlife in Washington


The Magic Duel

The Magic Duel

Based on 140 Reviews
Superette

Superette

Based on 114 Reviews
Reliable Tavern

Reliable Tavern

Based on 64 Reviews


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Based on 602 Reviews
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