Situated on the banks of the Potomac River, the National Mall is a two-mile swath of land bound by the U.S. Capitol to the east and the Washington Monument to the west.

Learn about Native communities of the Americas today at one of the world's foremost cultural institutions! Free highlights tours twice a day; no reservations or tickets required.

Combine your exercise with your sightseeing adventures in DC by taking part in a tour designed with active travelers in mind.

It is nearly impossible to ignore the ambience of power at Lafayette Square, which surrounds the White House.

Enjoy thousands of exotic animals, educational animal demonstrations, the Asia Trail (where our giant pandas live!), and many other exhibits.

A rustic expanse of 1,754-acres surrounding Rock Creek and extending north to the District line.

The National Zoo will once again be open to the public starting Friday, Oct. 18. Panda cam will resume operations midday on Thursday, Oct. 17.

The Chesapeake & Ohio Canal stretches 184.5 miles from Georgetown to Cumberland, MD. Mule-drawn boat trips available (April-Oct.).

Known as the Castle, the oldest of the 15 Smithsonian museums in Washington houses the crypt of founder James Smithson

The Textile Museum brings to life the art and culture, tradition and innovation of one of the oldest forms of creative expression.

The National Museum of American History showcases national treasures, from the Star-Spangled Banner to the Ruby Slippers.

See the 45.5-carat Hope Diamond, dinosaurs, Insect Zoo, the Mammals Hall, and the world's largest African bush elephant.

National Capital Region (NCR), headquartered in Washington, DC, administers the National Mall and monumental core parks

Congress designated this serene island as a memorial to President Theodore Roosevelt, early champion of conservation.