The National Mall consists of several iconic monuments and memorials that span over 1000 acres. They are open 24 hours a day, although Park Service Rangers are typically there from 9:30am-10pm. They are all free and our children had a great time visiting. There is...
The National Gallery of Art was high on our list of must-see places while we were in DC. It may seem daunting...
The Smithsonian Institute is made up of 19 museums and galleries as well as the Zoo. Most of them are free and open nearly every day of the year. We were able to visit a few of them and had a great time! The Air an...
1. The White House A must to visit when in D.C. The first time we came really was incredible. We tried to get tickets to tour this historical and iconic site. It was our 'we're willing to drop everything/anything' to tour this place. We applied in...
Mount Vernon is a MUST when visiting Washington D.C. It is about a 40 minute drive from The White House- and with the gorgeous fall leaves, some good blue grass music we found on a local radio station, the Potomac River running right next to...
Located in the heart of D.C. and spanning over 163 acres, the National Zoo is a must when visiting the nation's capital. Admission is free and it's open every day of the year except December 25th. Hours vary, depending on the season--but the grounds are...