There’s no shortage of activities and sites to see in Washington, D.C. Our nation’s capital is an energetic hub of history and progress. Whether you’re attending school, interning on The Hill, or landmark hopping, D.C. is an exciting place to be. The last time we were in D.C., we were earning our Congressional Award Gold Medals. Before and after the ceremony, however, we took advantage of being in close proximity to iconic memorials and landmarks.
You likely won’t be able to fit in all that the city has to offer in one trip, so we narrowed down our list into the top 10 must-see places, both popular and off the beaten path.
3. The Thomas Jefferson Memorial
6. The Roof of the Kennedy Center
7. Arlington National Cemetery
8. Visit the Library of Congress
9. Hike or bike along the Potomac River
What are your favorite things to do in Washington, D.C.?
Image: Vadim Sherbakov
