| » |
Visiting DC
The Washington, D.C. Visitor Information Center |
| » |
Smithsonian Institute
The world's largest museum complex and research organization. Composed of 16 museums and the National Zoo in Washington, D.C. and 2 museums in New York City. |
| » |
The White House
For two hundred years, the White House has stood as a symbol of the Presidency, the United States government, and the American people. |
| » |
U.S. Capitol
The Capitol is open to the public for guided tours only, Monday through Saturday. The Capitol is open on all federal holidays except Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. |
| » |
Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
In its 30th year, the Kennedy Center continues to present the greatest performers and performances from across America and around the world. |
| » |
Mount Vernon
The home of George Washington on the banks of the Potomac River. Visitors can see 20 structures and 50 acres of gardens as they existed in 1799. |
| » |
Federal Bureau of Investigation
The FBI defends the United States against terrorist and foreign intelligence threats, enforces criminal laws, and provides leadership and assistance to local and international law enforcement. |
| » |
Library of Congress
The Library of Congress is America's oldest federal cultural institution and the research arm of Congress. The largest library in the world, it boasts 128 million items on 530 miles of bookshelves. |
| » |
U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum
The U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum is the national institution for the documentation and study of Holocaust history, and serves as the country’s memorial to the millions murdered during the Holocaust. |
| » |
United States Supreme Court
The Supreme Court offers a variety of educational programs, exhibits, and a film that can be viewed between 9am and 4:30pm Monday through Friday. |
| » |
National Archives
The National Archives is America's national recordkeeper. It contains and exhibits a wide variety of historical documents including the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence. |
| » |
The National Cathedral
In 1791, President George Washington commissioned Pierre l’Enfant to design the seat of government including a church “intended for national purposes". |
| » |
Bureau of Engraving and Printing
You'll see millions of dollars being printed during the tour which features the various steps of currency production, beginning with large, blank sheets of paper, and ending with wallet-ready bills. |
