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Popular places to visit
White House
Explore the home and workplace of the president of the United States. See entertainment areas and state rooms and learn about the history of this famous building.
National Mall
The National Mall is where America comes to play, protest and promenade, with some of its best-known icons lined up along this long green strip.
University of Maryland, College Park
Explore the campus of University of Maryland, College Park, a top university in College Park. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Arlington National Cemetery
Less a sight to be seen, more a journey to take, through the loss, valour and service of the US armed forces over a century-and-a-half of conflicts.
Union Station Shopping Center
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Union Station Shopping Center, a popular shopping spot in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
Activities
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
DC Monuments with River Cruise, Cherry Blossoms, Entry Tickets
Spirit of Washington D.C. Signature Lunch Cruise
US Capitol & Library of Congress Guided Tour with Capitol Hill
African American Heritage Tour of Washington DC/Free tickets NMAAC
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Other neighbourhoods around Ashton Heights
Georgetown
Georgetown is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Georgetown Park or Washington Harbour.
Crystal City
Visitors to Crystal City love its popular shops, and you can check out Synetic Theater and Bowlero Arlington. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Crystal City Station.
Foggy Bottom
Important monuments a university vibe and top sights from Potomac River to Chesapeake and Ohio Canal – discover Foggy Bottom, a destination also famous for its historic sites.
Connecticut Ave - K Street
While you're in Connecticut Ave - K Street, take in top sights like National Geographic Museum or K Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Farragut North Station or Farragut West Station.
Dupont Circle
Visitors to Dupont Circle love its fantastic nightlife, and you can check out Dupont Circle and Mansion on O Street. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Dupont Circle Station.
Southwest Federal Center
While you're in Southwest Federal Center, take in top sights like Smithsonian Institution or L'Enfant Plaza, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at L'Enfant Plaza Station or Federal Center Station.
- Ballston Quarter
- White House
- National Mall
- MGM National Harbor Casino
- Capital One Arena
- United States Capitol
- Washington Monument
- Smithsonian's National Zoo
- Georgetown University
- George Mason University
- Lincoln Memorial
- National Air and Space Museum
- George Washington's Mount Vernon
- Fashion Center at Pentagon City