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National Mall is one of DC.

1. National Mall

9.5
Constitution & Independence Ave (btwn 1st & 17th St), Washington, D.C.
Plaza · Northwest Washington · 267 tips and reviews

2. Georgetown Waterfront Park

9.5
K St NW (btwn 31st & 34th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Park · 91 tips and reviews

Abhinav N.Abhinav Naz: Come here for sunset. You get a beautiful view of the Rosslyn skyline and key bridge

United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is one of DC.

3. United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

8.9
100 Raoul Wallenberg Pl SW, Washington, D.C.
History Museum · Southwest Washington · 256 tips and reviews
Giant Panda House is one of DC.

4. Giant Panda House

8.6
3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
Zoo Exhibit · National Zoological Park · 38 tips and reviews

John A.John Amschler: Panda viewing!

Dupont Circle is one of DC.

5. Dupont Circle

8.9
1 DuPont Cir NW (at Connecticut Ave NW), Washington, D.C.
Park · Northwest Washington · 144 tips and reviews

Kamila D.Kamila DejaVu: Such a lovely place for taking a break and relaxing with a cup of coffee! Starbucks is right across the street btw :)

Vietnam Veterans Memorial - Three Servicemen Statues is one of DC.

6. Vietnam Veterans Memorial - Three Servicemen Statues

9.2
21st St NW (Constitution Ave NW), Washington, D.C.
Outdoor Sculpture · Northwest Washington · 8 tips and reviews

IWalked Audio ToursIWalked Audio Tours: 1984 addition. Sculptor Frederick E. Hart was former apprentice to master carver of Washington National Cathedral. Hart took 3rd place in competition for original memorial. More site info via<LINK> Read more.

7. Capitol Reflecting Pool

9.0
1st St NW (btwn Pennsylvania Ave NW & Maryland Ave SW), Washington, D.C.
Fountain · Northwest Washington · 42 tips and reviews

Laura M.Laura Maaske: Bring a sketchbook if you like to draw. Evening is best with the sunset shining and the reflection at its brightest.

8. Dumbarton Oaks

8.7
1703 32nd St NW (R Street), Washington, D.C.
Art Museum · Georgetown · 8 tips and reviews

Coco M.Coco Mc: I love this park!! It's so beautiful. So many private places tucked away in one amazing map of gardens.

Rock Creek Park is one of DC.

9. Rock Creek Park

9.3
Beach Dr NW (at Park Dr NW), Washington, D.C.
National Park · Rock Creek Park · 43 tips and reviews

Karuna D.Karuna D: Great place to go hiking, walk and spend some relaxing time.

10. The Yards Park

9.4
10 Water St SE (at 3rd St SE), Washington, D.C.
Park · Navy Yard · 37 tips and reviews

Philip T.Philip Tickner: Wonderful place to have a picnic. Bathrooms, really well landscaped, safe and a great view!

11. National Aquarium

8.9
501 E Pratt St, Baltimore, MD
Aquarium · Inner Harbor · 266 tips and reviews

Richard R.Richard Revilla: Expensive but worth it. Shark tanks are awesome and jelly fish tanks will amaze you. Great place for kids of all ages.

Smithsonian’s National Zoo is one of DC.

12. Smithsonian’s National Zoo

9.0
3001 Connecticut Ave NW (at Hawthorne St NW), Washington, D.C.
Zoo · National Zoological Park · 326 tips and reviews

13. Federal Hill Park

9.2
300 Warren Ave (at Battery Ave), Baltimore, MD
Park · Federal Hill - Montgomery · 51 tips and reviews

JPalmJPalm: Beautiful view of the city skyline... day and night.

Washington National Cathedral is one of DC.

14. Washington National Cathedral

9.1
3101 Wisconsin Ave NW (at Massachusetts Ave NW), Washington, D.C.
Church · Woodley Park · 80 tips and reviews

15. United States National Arboretum

9.2
3501 New York Ave NE (at Hickey Ln NE), Washington, D.C.
Botanical Garden · National Arboretum · 60 tips and reviews

Cindi R.Cindi Ramm: In the spring it's a fabulous setting for a wedding...so fragrant and romantic.

Charles Theatre is one of DC.

16. Charles Theatre

8.8
1711 N Charles St (btwn Lanvale and Lafayette), Baltimore, MD
Indie Movie Theater · Charles North · 34 tips and reviews
Joe Squared Pizza & Bar is one of DC.

17. Joe Squared Pizza & Bar

33 W North Ave (at N Howard St), Baltimore, MD
Pizzeria · Charles North · 94 tips and reviews

18. The Capital Wheel at the National Harbor

8.9
165 Waterfront St, Oxon Hill, MD
Attraction · 30 tips and reviews

ᴡ M.ᴡ Moise: Great views and super clean and comfortable. Get your ticket at the beginning of the pier tho, then walk up to the wheel and get in line.

19. World War II Memorial

9.5
1750 Independence Ave SW (at 17th St SW), Washington, D.C.
Monument · Southwest Washington · 160 tips and reviews

Markus T.Markus Tarjamo: One of the newer memorials, but a definite "must-see". Located directly between the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial. Very scenic!

Baked & Wired is one of DC.

20. Baked & Wired

9.2
1052 Thomas Jefferson St NW (at K St NW), Washington, D.C.
Bakery · Georgetown · 461 tips and reviews
A Baked Joint is one of DC.

21. A Baked Joint

9.3
440 K St NW (at 5th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Café · Mount Vernon Square · 120 tips and reviews

22. Dutch Country Farmer's Market

8.8
9701 Fort Meade Rd (Btw MD 197 & Laurel Racetrack Rd.), Laurel, MD
Farmers Market · 59 tips and reviews

Kayon C.Kayon Cox: Cinnamon pretzel, #5 lunch special (5 chicken tenders, wedges,roll n drink) are the BEST

Pasta Plus is one of DC.

23. Pasta Plus

209 Gorman Ave (btwn Baltimore Ave. & 2nd St.), Laurel, MD
Italian Restaurant · 31 tips and reviews

Elizabeth G.Elizabeth Gc: I had the personal pizza. It was really great but I couldn't finish eating, it was 2 big. The place is really cozy and you will definitely have a great time

24. Desserts by Gerard

8.8
6341 Livingston Rd, Oxon Hill, MD
Bakery · Oxon Hill-Glassmanor · 18 tips and reviews

Maria C.Maria Cribbs: After 20 plus years, still wonderful desserts, cookies and people. Katie and Gerard are genuine artists and wonderful people.

25. Town Center Market

9.1
4705 Queensbury Rd, Riverdale, MD
Convenience Store · 6 tips and reviews

Jon H.Jon Hussey: Amazing beer selection at this little spot. Nice seating outside seating too.

Buddy Attick Lake Park is one of DC.

26. Buddy Attick Lake Park

8.5
555 Crescent Rd (Kenilworth Ave), Greenbelt, MD
Park · 9 tips and reviews

Josephine O.Josephine Okujeni: Incredible view and lovely place for a walk

27. Wegmans Market Cafe

8.5
9001 McHugh Dr, Lanham, MD
Food Court · 24 tips and reviews

Jelli S.Jelli Smokin: Appease your palette. Taste flavors from all over the world. Get it hot & fresh with a salad to go with it! Live bands on Saturdays!

28. Annapolis Ice Cream Company

9.1
196 Main St, Annapolis, MD
Ice Cream Parlor · 51 tips and reviews

David A.David Aldridge: Any of the ice creams that include oreo are fantastic and the Peanut Butter Oreo Milkshake is highly recommended.

29. Annapolis Maritime Museum

8.2
723 Second St, Annapolis, MD
Museum · 6 tips and reviews

C-SPANC-SPAN: The oyster industry thrived in Annapolis, particularly the McNasby Oyster Company. To learn more watch this C-SPAN video. Read more.

30. Annapolis Bookstore & Cafe

7.4
35 Maryland Ave (Prince George St.), Annapolis, MD
Bookstore · 7 tips and reviews

Sifan X.Sifan Xu: Very quiet and cozy. Sitting j sided and being surrounded by antiques and books is really good to focus on the work, or not.

31. Annapolis Smokehouse and Tavern

8.5
107 Hillsmere Dr, Annapolis, MD
BBQ Joint · 24 tips and reviews

BeverleeBeverlee: Brisket, fried corn on the Cobb... Everything we had was amazing including the service!

32. Island View Waterfront Cafe

7.1
2542 Island View Rd (Barrison Pt & Back River), Essex, MD
American Restaurant · 13 tips and reviews

Leslie W.Leslie Walker: Great service, food, and of course view! Waterfront dining with a large deck and plenty of picnic tables down below!

33. Old Town Waterfront

9.1
0 Cameron St, Alexandria, VA
Waterfront · Old Town · 67 tips and reviews

Britt A.Britt Antony: Awesome historical waterfront with great shops and restaurants.

34. Founders Park

9.3
351 N Union St (btw Oronoco St & Queen St), Alexandria, VA
Park · Old Town · 16 tips and reviews

jeyojeyo: Beautiful waterfront park on The Potomac. Enjoy a picnic and good weather.

Congressional Cemetery is one of DC.

35. Congressional Cemetery

1801 E St SE, Washington, D.C.
Cemetery · Hill East · 15 tips and reviews

36. Wit and Wisdom Tavern

200 International Dr, Baltimore, MD
Hotel Bar · Southeastern Baltimore · 59 tips and reviews

Naptown .Naptown 💪 Larry: Look forward to escaping the cold winter weather in this waterfront tavern with two large fireplaces, a seasonal cocktail list, and ample comfortable seating.

Nick's Riverside Grill is one of DC.

37. Nick's Riverside Grill

6.1
3050 K St NW, Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Georgetown · 63 tips and reviews

38. Old Town Alexandria

9.2
Alexandria, VA
Neighborhood · 55 tips and reviews

Shayla A.Shayla Alcantara: If you like variety then old town is definitely the best place to go. Summer time is amazing because of the waterfront and the restaurants located on the waterfront provide a beautiful experience.

National Air and Space Museum is one of DC.

39. National Air and Space Museum

9.2
6th St. (Independence Ave SW), Washington, D.C.
Science Museum · Southwest Washington · 639 tips and reviews
Newseum is one of DC.

40. Newseum

555 Pennsylvania Ave NW (at 6th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Museum · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 306 tips and reviews
National Museum of American History is one of DC.

41. National Museum of American History

9.1
1400 Constitution Ave NW (at 14th St NW), Washington, D.C.
History Museum · Northwest Washington · 357 tips and reviews
Pasta Blitz is one of DC.

42. Pasta Blitz

7.6
154 Carroll Island Rd (bowleys quarters rd.), Middle River, MD
Italian Restaurant · 10 tips and reviews

43. Freestate Gun Range

8.2
11500 Crossroads Cir, Middle River, MD
Gun Store · 5 tips and reviews

Freestate Gun RangeFreestate Gun Range: We keep our facility clean and friendly, all you need is just to bring in a valid ID and you will be good to go! Bring in any questions you have our friendly staff is here to assist any way they can!

44. Gunpowder Falls State Park - Hammerman Area

8.0
7400 Graces Quarters (Park Dr), Chase, MD
State or Provincial Park · 10 tips and reviews

CPCP: Picnic tables fill up quick. Pretty shallow, nice soft sand.

Noodles & Company is one of DC.

45. Noodles & Company

8.2
5350 Campbell Blvd Ste H, Baltimore, MD
Asian Restaurant · 44 tips and reviews
Sunset Cove is one of DC.

46. Sunset Cove

7.6
3408 Red Rose Farm Rd, Baltimore, MD
American Restaurant · 49 tips and reviews

47. National Museum of the Marine Corps

9.0
18900 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Triangle, VA
History Museum · 58 tips and reviews

Anastasia C.Anastasia Cope: This is easily the best museum ever. It spans generations. I highly recommend the Rifle Range experience. I loved teaching my daughter the history of my Marine Corps.

48. Little Iwo Jima Statue

7.8
18700 Jefferson Davis Highway (Fuller Road), Triangle, VA
Outdoor Sculpture · Quantico Station · 2 tips and reviews

Vinny V.Vinny Vodka-Tonic: Not as little as I had hoped. Rather large, actually.

49. Stafford Civil War Park

6.6
400 Mt. Hope Church Rd, Stafford, VA
Park · 4 tips and reviews

Jesse B.Jesse Banks: It's great history here with tons of trails