Washington Things to Do
Washington Guide
Five Places to Visit in Washington
Washington is a heaven for every tourist and offers a lot of things to do and a number of exciting places to visit. Even a few days stay in the State of Washington can leave you with a whole lot of unexplored places. You have not sort out the best places you would be visiting, before you set out.
Here are five of the top places you should never overlook when you are at Washington State.
Smithsonian; a Never Miss at Washington DC
Smithsonian located at the capital city of the United States, is a largest museum in the world, is a cache of a number of subjects related to arts, science and lot more. With nineteen museums and galleries included, the entry is free. Fun filled and knowledge oriented activities for people with different tastes and interests are part of the package.
Smithsonian Museums
- Anacostia Community Museum
- Arthur M. Sackler Gallery (Mall Museum)
- Arts and Industries Building (Mall Museum)
- Freer Gallery of Art (Mall Museum)
- Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden (Mall Museum)
- National Air and Space Museum (Mall Museum)
- National Museum of African American History and Culture (not yet built)
- National Museum of African Art (Mall Museum)
- National Museum of American History (Mall Museum)
- National Museum of the American Indian (Mall Museum)
- National Museum of Natural History (Mall Museum)
- National Portrait Gallery
- National Postal Museum
- S. Dillon Ripley Center (Mall Museum)
- Smithsonian American Art Museum
- Smithsonian Institution Building ("The Castle")
- Smithsonian National Zoological Park (National Zoo)
Enjoy a Northwest Trek into Nature
A trek into the wild, enjoying the wild in their natural habitat Northwest Trek has nature in full bloom.
The black tailed deer, bison, elk, water fowls, moose can be seen roaming in their natural habitat.A number of migratory species can also be watched along the route if you are lucky enough to be present at the right season.
Northwest Trek Information
| Date Opened | 1975 |
| Location | Near Eatonville, Washington, USA |
| Land Area | 723 acres (293 ha) |
| Coordinates | 46.9161515°N 122.2718239°W |
| Number of Animals | 200+ |
| Number of Species | About 38 |
| Memberships | AZA |
| Major Exhibits | Free-Roaming Area |
| Website | nwtrek.org |
Don’t Forget the Lincoln Memorial
Lincoln memorial is an important landmark of the state which gives a splendid view of the city. This important monument designed after an ancient Greek temple has a very huge sculpture of Lincoln.Two speeches of Lincoln speeches are inscribed to honor the 16th American President, Abraham Lincoln.
Lincoln Memorial Information
| Location: | West Potomac Park, Washington, D.C. |
| Coordinates: | 38°53′21.48″N 77°3′0.44″W |
| Area: | 107.43 acres (0.43 km²) |
| Built: | 1912-1922 |
| Architect: | Henry Bacon (architect) Daniel Chester French (sculptor) |
| Architectural Style(s): | Greek Revival |
| Visitation: | 3,639,000 (2005) |
| Governing Body: | National Park Service |
| Added to NRHP: | October 15, 1966 |
| NRHP Reference#: | 66000030 |
Visit the Olympic National Park
Olympic National Park also known as the 'Three Park in One' is a must visit at Washington. This great park includes three distinct ecosystems which are rugged glacier capped mountains, the Pacific coast and the temperate rain forest. They charge a nominal fee per individual.The breathtaking view is a no-miss destination.
Olympic National Park Information
| Location | Jefferson, Clallam, Mason, and Grays Harbor counties, Washington, USA |
| Nearest City | Port Angeles |
| Coordinates | 47°58′10″N 123°29′54″W |
| Area | 922,561 acres (373,347 ha) |
| Established | June 29, 1938 |
| Visitors | 2,749,197 (in 2006) |
| Governing Body | National Park Service |
Enjoy The Sun At Spokane
Spokane meaning 'Children of the Sun' is the second largest city in Washington and as the name suggest has almost 260 days of bright sunshine. Outdoor activities, live shows,art galleries, Spokane offers a bouquet to its visitors.
Top 10 Things to Do in the Washington, DC Capital Region
- Visit the Smithsonian
- Tour the National Monuments and Memorials
- Tour the Three Houses of Government
- Take a Walk Through Georgetown
- Ride a Bike Along the C & O Canal
- See a Show or Concert at the Kennedy Center
- Attend a Concert at Wolftrap Farm Park
- Take a Hike at Great Falls Park
- Explore Mount Vernon
- Take a Walking Tour of Old Town, Alexandria
