As the United States’ historical capital and the centre of democracy, Washington has many government buildings and institutions and is a fascinating destination from this perspective alone.
It is also a vibrant and cultured city that has a diverse population that ranges from Latino to Ethiopian, resulting in a wealth of entertainment, restaurants and nightlife.
Washington is bursting with astonishing and memorable places to visit. Arts and culture, history & heritage, monuments & memorials, parks & nature, shopping & entertainment – there is no shortage of attractions and activities to keep you occupied on a trip to DC.
Some of the top places of interest include: the Lincoln Memorial; the White House; the Smithsonian Museum; the National Gallery of Art, the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception; the Newseum; the JFK Centre for Performing Arts; the Library of Congress; the United States Botanic Garden; and the Martin Luther King National Memorial.