National Academy of Sciences Tours and Activities

An oasis of calm in an area of political activity, this park is a place for quiet contemplation between the trees and on the benches surrounding its large pond.

Touching many statues and icons is believed to bring special attributes, but contact with the nose of this one is said to bring intelligence. Try it yourself.

One of the quieter, reflective corners of the Mall, this memorial carries the name of every single soldier who died in America's most controversial war.

Find out about the history of Washington when you spend time at Vietnam Women's Memorial. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.

Learn about the local history of Washington when you spend time at Federal Reserve. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.

This Memorial houses a statue of the President who took a stand against slavery – and who had just started to heal the nation, when he was brutally assassinated.