Best Places to Visit in Washington D.C.
Whether you're visiting Washington D.C. for the first time or discovering something new, these are the 12 places worth your time, from iconic landmarks to hidden corners that most visitors walk right past. With Questo's self-guided walking tours, you can explore many of them with GPS-guided clues and puzzles.
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Explore the top landmarks, attractions, and hidden gems in Washington D.C.
United States Capitol
Standing majestically at the heart of American democracy, the U.S. Capitol is far more than a government building; it's a temple of…
Supreme Court of the United States
Nestled in the shadow of the Capitol sits one of America's most powerful and enigmatic institutions: the Supreme Court. The gleaming marble…
Library of Congress
The Library of Congress began in 1800 with just 964 books, but today it stands as the world's largest library, sheltering 17 million items…
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
When you step into the National Museum of Natural History, you're stepping into over 145 years of scientific discovery and adventure.…
Ulysses S. Grant Memorial
Sitting at the foot of Capitol Hill, the Ulysses S. Grant Memorial is one of America's largest bronze sculptures, a monument to complicated…
International Spy Museum
The International Spy Museum turns espionage from shadow-world secrecy into gripping, interactive storytelling. Opened in 2002, this unique…
Thomas Jefferson Memorial
The Thomas Jefferson Memorial stands on the Tidal Basin like a neoclassical dream, its white marble dome reflecting in water that echoes…
National Museum of the American Indian
The National Museum of the American Indian stands on the National Mall as both architecture and statement. Completed in 2004, the building…
The Washington Monument
The Washington Monument rises 555 feet into the D.C. sky as the world's tallest obelisk and oldest surviving national monument to an…
National Gallery of Art
The National Gallery of Art stands as one of the world's most comprehensive art museums, housing masterpieces spanning from medieval times…
Connecticut Avenue Overlook Park
Washington D.C., United States of America
Chesapeake And Ohio Canal Historical Park In Georgetown
Washington D.C., United States of America