Washington D.C.
Washington D.C. is the capital of the United States and home to numerous government buildings and agencies. Here you will find the White House, the U.S. Capitol, the Supreme Court, the FBI, and all of the other agencies that manage one of the largest governments in the world. You will also find countless memorials, museums, and monuments that attract visitors and tell the story of this remarkable country.
Unlike other major U.S. cities, Washington D.C. is a planned city. The nation's founders chose an uninhabited area of land located between the northern and southern states to build a capitol city. The city's layout was designed by Pierre Charles L'Enfant and included broad avenues, large green areas, and classical monuments that are still very evident in the city today.
Visitors to Washington will find countless activities and attractions. Monuments such as the Jefferson Memorial, Washington Monument , Lincoln Memorial, and Vietnam Veterans Memorial are some of the architectural masterpieces of America and stand as symbols of liberty, democracy, and peace. The city is also home to numerous museums that feature such diverse topics as American History, Natural History, Art, Air and Space, and the Holocaust.
Attractions: 
National Mall
The National Mall is a green park area that extends almost two miles from the Lincoln Memorial to the U.S. Capitol building. The Mall's centerpiece is the prominent Washington Memorial and its glassy reflective pool. Lining this park area are many of the significant national buildings including the National Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institute Museums , and the National Archives.
Washington Monument
The Washington Monument , one of the most prominent structures in the Nation's capital, stands over 550 feet tall and is in the form of an Egyptian obelisk. It was the tallest structure in the world upon its completion in 1884 in memory of George Washington, the first U.S. president and the general who led the U.S. forces in their war for Independence .
National Gallery
The National Gallery of Art has one of the finest collections of art in the world. The gallery was created in 1937 and the original collection was given as a gift from the financier and art collector Andrew Mellon. From that time many other pieces of art have been donated to the museum and it now boasts an impressive collection that includes impressive works of the Italian renaissance and from many European masters.
U.S. Capitol Building
The United States Capitol is an architectural masterpiece, home to the U.S Congress, and an important symbol of democracy. The capitol features a central dome skirted by two identical wings, one of which holds the U.S. senate, and the other holds the House of Representatives. Don't miss the chance to visit the newly completed Visitor's Facility located completely underground adjacent to the capitol.
National Museum of Natural History
The National Museum of Natural History offers an impressive collection of that ranges from precious minerals, to fossils. Here you can see the impressive size of ancient dinosaur bones as well as the famous Hope Diamond, a 45.5 carat blue diamond that is said to carry a curse to those who own it. If you have time you can also catch one of the Imax Theater films that are shown here daily.
National Museum of American History
The National Museum of American History showcases thousands of national treasures ranging from Abraham Lincoln's top hat to the original Star- Spangled Banner. You'll also find items from entertainers and movie stars such as Dizzy Gillespie's trumpet and Dorothy's ruby slippers. With over 3 million artifacts in its collection, you'll be sure to see something that interests you.
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial is one of the more somber reminders of the sacrifice given by soldiers serving their country. This monument features V-shaped black granite walls that are inscribed with the names of more than 58,000 Americans who were missing or killed in the war.
United States Holocaust Museum
A living memorial to the Holocaust, this touching museum offers artifacts, films, photos, and oral histories that tell the story of the horrible genocide. The exhibition allows visitors to see the personal side of the Holocaust by showing photos, personal items, and stories of the many individuals who suffered.
Arlington National Cemetery
The most famous cemetery in the United States is home to more than 285,000 honored dead. Here you will find the grave of President John F. Kennedy as well as the Tomb of the unknowns.
International Spy Museum
This one-of-a-kind museum highlights the tradecraft that spies have used around the world. You can examine over 200 spy gadgets, bugs, cameras, and weapons, as well as learning about the specialized training and disguises that spies received in order to complete their secret missions. Don't miss this unique chance learn the stories of some of the most famous spy organizations in the world including the CIA, the OSS and the KGB.
Jefferson Memorial
Thomas Jefferson was one of the most influential men in the history of the United States . He made an enormous contribution to the founding of the country by writing the Declaration of Independence and becoming the country's third president. Many of the words from the declaration now adorn the interior of his memorial.
National Air & Space Museum
This museum offers visitors an up-close view of some of the most famous aircraft and spacecraft in history. The largest collection of its kind in the world, the museum features the original Wright Brother's flyer, the Spirit of St. Louis, the Apollo 11 Command Module, Space Ship One, and even a lunar rock that visitors can touch.
Lincoln Memorial
This monument faces the Washington Monument , the reflecting pool, and the U.S. Capitol Building. The 19-foot marble statue of Lincoln is surrounded by inscriptions of his famous Gettysburg Address and Second Inaugural Address. This is also the location where Martin Luther King Jr. gave his famous I have a Dream Speech in 1963.
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