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March 17, 2016 By Ricci 17 Comments

Top 10 Things to do in Washington DC

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Thank you TimeHop for reminding me that this time last year I was deep in the throes of planning the “Ultimate Summer Road Trip” with my bestie, Libby! The first destination of our fabulous road trip was Washington DC and I have been itching to go back ever since I started watching House of Cards! HA! I had never been to DC until last summer and I’m already wishing I could go back again.

There is so much to see and do in DC that today I thought I would put together a fun list of my top 10 things to do in Washington DC! First things first I will tell you that my very favorite way to get around big cities like DC is by a hop on/hop off tour bus/trolley. Most big cities have them…you pay a fee and are able to hop off the trolley whenever you like, see what you want to see, and then hop back on and go to the next stop. The trolleys usually come around every 15 – 20 minutes or so and it’s just a nice way to cover a lot of area.

So let’s get to it…here are my Top 10 Things to do in Washington DC!

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ONE. The White House. I realize this sounds incredibly cliche but you really have to go there if you are in the city. I was lucky enough to be able to get to tour the inside and take photos, the photo restriction was passed the week we were there! So exciting!! You can check out that post and my photos here if you want.

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TWO. The Lincoln Memorial. I have a special place in my heart for President Lincoln. We are birthday twins and I think that bonds us somehow. Any time I see a portrait or statue of Lincoln I have to get a selfie with him!! HA!!

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THREE. The Washington Monument. I clearly remember the Washington Monument being on the cover of my third grade history book and to see it in person was kind of like meeting an old friend. You can go all the way up to the top if you want but we didn’t, we just admired from the ground. Keep in mind that this sucker is HUGE and even though you can see it from far away doesn’t mean you can reach it easily. I think we walked for a good hour to see it up close because we kept thinking it wasn’t that far away…HA!

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FOUR. The Library of Congress. This was another place I was lucky to get a guided tour through. I love history and learning about the building and we even got to go through the tunnels underground that connect it to the Madison Building and the US Capital Visitor’s Center. Plus the architecture is amazing!!

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FIVE. A Smithsonian Museum. There are so many Smithsonian’s to choose from and I wish we had time to pop into every single one of them but we didn’t. Sad day. We did the Air and Space Museum and I loved it!

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SIX. The Holocaust Museum.I have heard to save this as the last place you go for the day because it leaves you depressed and we actually did leave it for last but only because we forgot to jump off the trolley! OOPS! It did leave me feeling kind of blue but it was definitely a must-see.

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SEVEN. Arlington Cemetery. Some people think it’s weird to visit a cemetery but this one is truly an experience. It’s so large and you can see monuments dating way back and there are so many different things to see here like the Eternal Flame, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, etc.

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EIGHT. The National Archives. I am still geeking out over the face that I got to see the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and the Declaration of Independence. I am sad you can’t take pics but I think that also makes it pretty special.

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NINE. The U.S. Capital Visitor Center. This building is across the street from the Library of Congress and holds some really cool exhibitions about our nation’s history. Presidential Inaugurations are held on the lawn of the Capital.

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TEN. Thomas Jefferson Memorial. To me this building is very quiet and serene. It’s right on the water and the perfect place to relax and catch your breath in the middle of a busy day!

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And that’s it!! My top 10 things to do in Washington DC!!

Have you been to Washington DC??
What is on your must-do list??

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  1. Alyssa @ The Plucky Introvert says

    March 17, 2016 at 10:05 am

    I could have used this list last year when my husband and I went! DC was so much fun!! I think our favorite was the Air & Space museum. We spent literally all day in there. Also, Ford’s Theater was pretty incredible too!

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  2. Traveling Blogger says

    March 17, 2016 at 11:07 am

    I would love to go to DC and see all of these places. We were in the area once, but it was during a government shut down so I didn’t get see anything because it was all closed to the public.

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  3. Lauren says

    March 17, 2016 at 12:02 pm

    I love DC! There’s so much to do there and so much of it is free! I’m looking forward to my kids being old enough to go. You mentioned a few things that I haven’t done yet. Thanks!

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  4. Vera Sweeney says

    March 17, 2016 at 12:14 pm

    I love Washington DC!! There is so much to see and do there, and I love the history of all the momunments as well!

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  5. Pam says

    March 17, 2016 at 12:31 pm

    I have been to Washington DC before and I loved it. There is so much to see and do and there is so much history there.

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  6. Liz Mays says

    March 17, 2016 at 1:29 pm

    Now I really want to take another trip to D.C. We had a ton of fun the last time we went but we didn’t see everything.

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  7. Michelle says

    March 17, 2016 at 10:39 pm

    This post has been very helpful to me as I will be visiting Washington DC in May. I really had no idea what to do until now. I definitely want to see the White House and the Thomas Jefferson Memorial.

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  8. tiaras and tantrums says

    March 18, 2016 at 1:02 am

    I am heading to DC in May with my son’s graduating class and then we are taking a family vacation there in june! Can’t wait

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  9. coolchillmom says

    March 18, 2016 at 7:31 am

    Yes there is so much do to in DC. It needs several trips. I still need to get to Arlington but I never skip the Air & Space museum!

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  10. Jeanine says

    March 18, 2016 at 9:58 am

    Never been to Washington, DC but I’d love to visit. Looks like there is no shortage of things to do and see. Which is exactly why I’d love to go sometime!

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  11. miss happy feet says

    March 18, 2016 at 12:50 pm

    I’ve been to Washington DC too! I love the reflecting pool in front of Lincoln memorials, i can sit there all day watching ducklings!

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  12. Echo says

    March 18, 2016 at 1:26 pm

    I have heard the DC is a super busy place, but I know my son, husband and I would love visiting all of the historical landmarks and the museums!

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  13. Jesica H says

    March 18, 2016 at 2:15 pm

    I definitely want to go back. The last time I was there my husband rushed me so much I feel like I don’t remember a thing, lol

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  14. Becca Wilson says

    March 18, 2016 at 5:59 pm

    I have never had the chance to visit Washington DC, but have always wanted to go and see the sights!

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  15. Jasmine Watts says

    March 19, 2016 at 2:37 am

    I never been to Washington before. It seems like there is ton of things to do and see there. I would love to go there soon!!

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  16. Anosa says

    March 19, 2016 at 5:13 pm

    So many things to do and see, I want to do them all! I will go there one day and see all these things

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  17. Erin Kennedy says

    March 22, 2016 at 8:50 pm

    I love that you put it into a list. I have never been to D.C and would love to check it out! Great post and your photos are fabulous!

    Reply

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Ricci is a 39 year old digital content creator from central Arkansas. She is passionate about skincare, travel, reading, and being an advocate for women's health issues. She is dog mom to Sophie, cat mom to Rooster and Poppy and an aunt to 10 amazing kiddos. riccialexis83@gmail.com

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