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The heart of Capital Region USA, Washington, DC is compact but packs a big punch.

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Washington, DC is a favourite of visitors sightseeing in the Capital Region. It’s known for being the capital of the USA, but that’s only the beginning: Attractions in DC include famous monuments, captivating museums (many of them free!) and the National Mall, a two-mile-long national park flanked by the US Capitol and the Lincoln Memorial.

The nation’s capital has a booming restaurant scene, diverse neighbourhoods home to people and cultures from around the world, festive annual events and vibrant nightlife. Oh, and a little presidential residence called the White House.

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Claim to Fame

It may be compact, but the influence of Washington, DC looms large as the nation’s capital. In addition to the White House residence and US Capitol, top-notch museums like those of the Smithsonian Institution and famous monuments such as the Lincoln Memorial offer plenty of opportunities for cultural and historical exploration.

From The Wharf — a lively development along the Southwest Waterfront — to the hip 14th Street corridor near Logan Circle, DC also boasts an assortment of eclectic neighbourhoods, ideal for experiencing the city’s vibrant nightlife, booming restaurant scene and diverse entertainment.

Mark Your Calendar

Arguably the most popular spring festival in the region, visitors from around the world flock to the nation’s capital during the three-week-long National Cherry Blossom Festival (20 March–16 April). 

On 16 April, the city will celebrate Emancipation Day, marking the 160th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln signing the law that ended slavery in DC.

Throughout March, find citywide events spotlighting the Harriet Tubman Bicentennial — expect exhibits honouring Tubman at attractions like the Smithsonian American Art Museum, the National Museum of African American History and Culture, the National Portrait Gallery and the International Spy Museum.

The Latest & Greatest

In 2020, the iconic Franklin School building was transformed into Planet Word Museum: Immersive exhibits and opportunities for self-expression give readers of all ages new appreciation for how we joke, sing, speak, read and write. 

Opened in 2020, the National Children’s Museum features interactive ways to spark creativity through play, like making clouds and collecting data with wind-propelled pom poms. 

New food halls to explore in the city include internationally acclaimed Chef Makoto Okuwa’s Love, Makoto (opening in 2022) starring Japanese fare, including a ramen shop, an open-charcoal grill and a bakery, while Western Market highlights diverse eats ranging from Venezuelan arepas to Guatemalan-style hot dogs. 

The National Native American Veterans Memorial was unveiled in autumn of 2020, while several other memorials are undergoing renovations to add services and enhance visitor experiences, including the Lincoln Memorial, Korean War Veterans Memorial and National World War I Memorial. 

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20 Mar 2023 - 16 Apr 2023

National Cherry Blossom Festival

Washington, District of Columbia

Washington, DC’s most anticipated annual festival celebrates the arrival of spring.

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05 May 2023 - 06 May 2023

Flower Mart

Washington, District of Columbia

Since 1939, All Hallows Guild has held Flower Mart as a benefit for Washington National Cathedral’s gardens and grounds.

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27 May 2023 - 29 May 2023

Memorial Day Weekend Concert and Parade

Washington, District of Columbia

This National Memorial Day celebration honours America’s war heroes and those presently serving with a gathering along Constitution Avenue for the annual Memorial Day parade featuring marching band

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01 May 2023 - 31 May 2023

Passport DC

Washington, District of Columbia

Passport DC is a month-long journey around the world highlighting DC's thriving international diplomatic community and its lively and varied international culture. Celebrated annually in May, which

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11 Jun 2023

Capital Pride Festival

Washington, District of Columbia

Join the LGBTQ+ community on America’s Mainstreet, historic Pennsylvania Avenue, for the Capital Pride Festival.

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11 Mar 2023 - 11 Jun 2023

PIXELBLOOM: Timeless Butterflies

Washington, District of Columbia

PIXELBLOOM: Timeless Butterflies invites you to step into a virtual world of cherry blossoms, discovering the ephemeral beauty of butterflies and thrilling exuberance of nature.

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04 Jul 2023

Independence Day Celebration

Washington, District of Columbia

Join the Independence Day celebrations in the nation's capital city!

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28 Jun 2023 - 09 Jul 2023

Smithsonian Folklife Festival

Washington, District of Columbia

28 June-4 July and 6-9 June

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09 Jul 2023 - 06 Aug 2023

Citi Open Tennis Tournament

Washington, District of Columbia

Hosted since 1969, Citi Open is one of DC’s longest-standing sports traditions.

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