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Capitol Hill and the White House

The Capitol Hill boasts of the most popular site in Washington DC- The United States Capitol building. It accomodates the judicial and legislative segments of the US government, and the staff which helps it work. The world-famous White House is where the US President resides, and you can visit this place for free! You can absolutely not miss the Capitol building and its spectacular Rotunda (dome). Along with the Senate and the House of Representatives, the Capitol is also home to some startling statues, paintings and other historic exhibits. The other highlights in Capitol Hill include the Supreme Court, Library of Congress and the U.S. Botanic Garden. You can also treat your tummy with some delicious meals in Barracks Row. Tourists in Washington DC can also fulfil their desire to see the White House from inside, and get a glimpse of the life of the first person of USA. To get into the White House, you will have to make a booking in advance, atleast 21 days prior to your visit but not before 6 months or more than that. Read More

The National Mall

The National Mall is home to a huge number of museums, monuments and memorials; along with some beautiful government buildings. This is the first place visitors usually catch-up with, and definitely the one you can't afford to miss. What can be better than a visit to some amaziing museums and monuments for free? Yes, you've heard it right. You can explore the National Mall without paying a single penny, just like many other attractions in the city. Bigger than it seems, it requires a lot of walking to cover the areas in the mall. Attractions which top the list of popular landmarks in the mall are- Lincoln Memorial, Smithsonian Museums, the Washington monument, National Gallery of Art, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and the National World War II Memorial. An admirable portion of the National Mall lies along the Tidal Basin, where you can go for boat paddling, or if you're lucky enough to mkae your trip coincide with the National Cherry Blossom Fesival, you'll get an outstanding view of pink cherry blossoms blooming in full swing. Beside the shore of Tidal Basin, you'll find the stunning Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, and Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial. Read More

Calvary Baptist Church

A Baptist church with a multi-racial congregation, The Calvary Baptist Church is located right in the heart of Washington DC. Built back in somewhere around 1862, it consists of three interconnected buildings providing great space for worship services. These services here are accessible in both English and Spanish languages. This church offers Sunday school programs along with a variety of other community outreach programs happening every now and then. Read More

Colonial Williamsburg

Home to a lot of historic and important buildings like the Governor's Palace, the Capitol Building, George Wythe House and the Brush-Everard, Williamsburg transports visitors to history. Horse-drawn carriages and historical street performances with characters in period costumes is the best part. Other popular attractions include: The DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum, The Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum, Anderson's Blacksmith Shop, R. Charlton's Coffeehouse and the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg. Read More

Monticello

Monticello is a Neo classical architectural piece of work with 43-rooms, a vast entrance hall, an elegant parlor; an impressive library and a bright dining room, all covering 11,000-square-foot of area. The majestic Dome Room is the most iconic room with a domed ceiling and circular windows. Open-air pavilions and terraces surround the building. Different guided tour options are available for visitors to explore the place like the house and gardens tour or a sunset tour of the house. Read More

George Washington's Mount Vernon

Located in Virginia, Mount Vernon is one of the most iconic houses in America. With grand and beautiful interiors, this place has a lot of rooms out of which the Small Dining Room is one of the most striking rooms in the house. The mansion is all surrounded by English-style gardens landscaped with pathways and lawns. Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant is the most famous here offering famous specialties like Virginia peanut, chestnut soup and colonial turkey pie. Read More

National Gallery of Art

Offering free admission to explore the plethora of arts that the world has to offer, the National Gallery of Art gives access to everyone who wishes to experience the beauty of “art, creativity and our shared humanity” through its vibrant collection. This beautiful blend of neoclassical, modern and contemporary architecture is an important tourist attraction in Washington DC. Equipped with more than 150,000 sculptures, photographs, prints and paintings, the gallery’s permanent collection is an inspiring example of the assortment of human creativity. Artists hailing from different parts of the world like Salvador Dali, Hector Garcia, Mark Catesby and Victor Adam have found a home for their masterpieces in the National Gallery of Arts. Visit the state museum to witness the only painting by Leonardo da Vinci in America and the 19th-century French gallery hosting works of Monet and Cezanne. Both of these remain key highlights for this art gallery in Washington DC. Read More

Washington DC Mormon Temple

Commonly known as the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, The Washington DC Mormon Temple is just about 10 miles away from the Capitol in Maryland. The golden lustre can be observed from way before reaching this place. It is associated with a Visitors' Center which keeps on hosting various interactive exhibits, lectures and concerts throughout the year. It is highly recommended to visit this place at Christmas to experience its beautiful charm all lit up offering night concerts. Read More

Alexandria, Virginia

Located in Virginia just 7 miles south of Downtown DC, Alexandria is the perfect blend of natural beauty and historic buildings. The city holds an important place in the early history of the United States, and maintains a large part of this history in the city center, popularly known as Old Town. Here, one can walk on cobblestone pavements, while walking past houses that have existed for centuries, each with their own unique story. The waterfront near Old Town is one of the most scenic settings in the region, with boutiques and restaurants offering visitors a great experience. You can also take a cruise around the Potomac from here. Do visit the George Washington Masonic Memorial to admire some Masonic architecture. One can even climb to the top to get a bird’s eye view of the city, which will truly leave you in awe! Read More

Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport

The last of the 3 airports in the Baltimore-Washington area, the Baltimore Washington International Airport is the busiest airport that serves the National Capital Region. The airport serves travellers from northeastern American cities like Philadelphia, Harrisburg, and Richmond.