Washington, DC Outdoors
Outdoors in Washington, DC
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Meridian Hill Park16th and Euclid Steets NW After serving as one of Old Washington’s premier attractions, Meridian Hill Park went through a period when most avoided it for fear of crime and shady characters. As the surrounding Columbia Heigh... View: Details » | Save » | Email to Friend » |
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National Zoological Park3000 Block of Connecticut Avenue This is one of the nation's finest zoos. It was created by Congress in 1889 and designed by Frederick Law Olmstead, who also designed the grounds of the U.S. Capitol and New York's Central Park. Th... View: Details » | Save » | Email to Friend » |
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Georgetown
This historic neighborhood is lined with trendy boutiques and fine restaurants. The abundant nightlife draws both locals and visitors. Just wander down busy M Street and Wisconsin Avenue and explor... View: Details » | Save » | Email to Friend » |
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Dumbarton Oaks1703 32nd St NW Note: The house and collections are undergoing renovations and are closed, but the garden remains open to the public. Dumbarton Oaks is high culture at its very best. If your idea of a good time i... View: Details » | Save » | Email to Friend » |
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Dupont Circle
With its funky shops and trendy restaurants and bars, Dupont Circle is one of the hippest neighborhoods in Washington. Its cosmopolitan air draws visitors both young and old, straight and gay. Once... View: Details » | Save » | Email to Friend » |
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Bike the Sites3417 Quesada St NW Seeing the nations capital by bike is not only healthy, but it also allows visitors to get a closer view of DC. This guided bicycle tour takes in many of Washingtons magnificent monuments and landm... View: Details » | Save » | Email to Friend » |
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U.S. National Arboretum3501 New York Ave NE Best known for its vast collection of azaleas, Washingtons favorite shrubbery, this 444-acre garden park has much else to offer. Fountains, pools and open space separate a series of focused gardens... View: Details » | Save » | Email to Friend » |
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ChinatownBounded by G | H View: Details » | Save » | Email to Friend » |
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Kenilworth Park and Aquatic GardensNational Park Service | 1900 Anacostia Drive Early morning is the time to catch the blooming water-bound plants of this park. Run by the National Park Service, the 12-acre marshland park is often overlooked by visitors who head for better-kno... View: Details » | Save » | Email to Friend » |
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Congressional Cemetery1801 E St SE J. Edgar Hoover, the notorious FBI director, and John Philip Sousa, the patriotic composer, are buried here, the oldest national cemetery in the country. The 30-acre site also holds the gravesites ... View: Details » | Save » | Email to Friend » |
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D.C. Ducks50 Massachusetts Ave NE This tour operator offers an unusual and memorable way to see D.C. by land and water, without changing vehicle. Passengers board authentic, fully restored 1942 Ducks, amphibious military personnel ... View: Details » | Save » | Email to Friend » |
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Enid A. Haupt Garden10th Street and Independence Avenue SW Rejuvenate in between museum stops with a visit to the Enid A. Haupt Garden. Located behind the Smithsonian Castle, the Enid A. Haupt Garden is a great place to stroll, lounge, veg out with your iP... View: Details » | Save » | Email to Friend » |
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Lafayette Square16th Street & Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest This famous square is often the site of protests and rallies, primarily because of its proximity to the White House. Do not be surprised to find protestors on any given day, no matter what the weat... View: Details » | Save » | Email to Friend » |
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East Potomac Golf Course972 Ohio Dr SW View: Details » | Save » | Email to Friend » |
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Spirit CruisesPier 4 Spirit Cruises offers two trips along the Potomac River. On The Spirit of Washington, a 650-person luxury vessel, passengers cruise, dine and dance. Two and three hour cruises are available. On the... View: Details » | Save » | Email to Friend » |
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