Things to See and Do in Washington DCArts Afire Glass Gallery - Works from glass artist around the country, fused and blown glass. 102 North Fayette St 703-838-9785 Capital Children's Museum - A hands-on learning center. Mexico, Thailand, changing environments, and communcation are featured exhibits. Reading, theater, and crafts are featured activities. Daily 10-5. $6, under 3 free. 800 Third St. NE 202-675-4120 Ford's Theatre - Abraham Lincoln was shot here by John Wilkes Booth on April 14, 1865. The restored theater continues to stage performances Tues.-Sun at 7:30, Thurs. 1:00, Sat. 2:00, and Sun. 3:00. Ford's Theater Museum, located in the basement, includes 400 historic artifacts about the assassination. National park service rangers present a talk on the assassination each hour in the theater. 511 10th St. NW 202-347-4833 Jefferson Memorial - Built in 1942 . The central room contains a heroic bronze statue of Thomas Jefferson by Rudolph Evans. The statue is surrounded by panels inscribed with passages of Jefferson's most significant writings. Tours by request daily 8-midnight. Free. On the South shore of the Tidal Basin. Basin Dr. SW 202-426-6841 Korean War Veterans Memorial - Was built in gratitude to those 1.5 million who served in Korea 1950-53. 7-foot high statues of 19 soldiers are displayed, along with a 164-foot-long polished gray granite wall with military archive photographs of support forces. The memorial is in shades of black, gray, and white. Located near the Lincoln Memorial. 202-619-7222 Lincoln Memorial - The white marble memorial, designed by Henry Bacon, was built in 1922. A 19-foot seated statue of Lincoln is on display in the interior. The Gettysburg Address and the Second Inaugural Address are carved on the walls of the memorial. Martin Luther King's "I have a Dream" speech was given from the memorial steps during the 1963 March of Washington. The memorial is best visited at night. Tours by request daily 8-midnight. Free. 23rd St. NW 202-485-9875 National Aquarium - The oldest public aquarium in the US, offering a touch tank with hermit crabs and sea urchins. It displays more than 1200 fish and other creatures. Shark feedings are Mon, Wed, and Sat at 2. Piranha feedings are Tues, Thurs, and Sun at 2. Daily 9-5. $3, ages 2-10 75c. 14th St. and Constitution Ave, NW 202-482-2825 National Zoological Park - Is noted for its giant panda which is fed at 11:00 and 3:00. The indoor and outdoor exhibits have thousands of animals. Other highlights include an invertebrate exhibit, a cheetah exhibit, a wetlands habitat, and a replica of the Amazon rain forest. Has more than 3 miles of trails covering 163 acres. Entrances in the 3000 block of Connecticut Ave, on Harvard St, and on Beach Dr. Open daily 8-8, Apr. 15-Oct. 15; 8-6 rest of year. Free. Tours on weekends available by appointment. 3001 Connecticut Avenue, NW 202-673-4955 Old Presbyterian Meeting House - Built in 1774 and best known as the site for George Washington's memorial services. Located in the church yard is the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revoultion. Free and open to the public. 316 S. Royal Street 703-549-6670 Old Town Trolley Tours of Washington - A Victorian-era street car replica navigates through Washington's major attractions from Capital Hill to Union Station, 18 stops in all. Tickets valid for 1 day with unlimted reboarding with in one compelete circuit of the route. 301-985-3020 Pavilion at the Old Post Office - Was built 1899 as the country's postal headquarters. The renovated building now houses shops and restaurants. Take the glass elevator to the 315-foot clock tower which houses 10 bells. Another elevator continues to the 12th floor observation deck, which has panoramic views. Open daily 7-9:30. Tower tours daily 8a.m.-10:45p.m. Apr.-Labor Day; 10-5:45pm rest of year. Tower closed Thur. 6:30-10p.m. Free. 1100 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW 202-289-4224 Pentagon - The five-sided building, finished in 1943 after 16 months of construction, houses branches of the Department of Defense. It is one of the largest office buildings in the world, covering 29 acres of land. A film presentation is available. A 90-min. tour departs every hour. Mon.-Fri. 9:00-3:00. Free. Photo I.D. required. 703-695-1776 Smithsonian Institution - Includes 16 museums and galleries, and the National Zoo. Nine of the museums line the Mall from 4th St. to 14th St. N.W. The administration is located in the Smithsonian Castle, along with The Smithsonian Information Center. Free guided tours available. 9-5:30. 202-357-2700 St. Matthew's Cathedral - Designed in Renaissance style. An inscription in marble commemorates the funeral of John F. Kennedy. Guided tours available Sun 2:30-4:30. Open Daily 6:30-6:30. Free. 1725 Rhode Island Ave, NW 202-347-3215 The Mall - One of the nation's oldest federal parks. Extends from the Capitol grounds to the Lincoln Memorial. The focus point of many events happening in Washington. The area between the Capitol and the Washington Monument is popular for strolling, picnicing, and relaxing. U.S. Capitol - One of the nation's most familiar landmarks. The two wings contain the Senate and House chambers. The central part of the building includes the Rotunda, Statuary Hall and the original Supreme Court and Senate chambers. Daily 9-4:30. 35-min. guided tours given Mon.-Fri. 9-3:45. Free. First St. between Constitution and Pennsylvania avenues. 202-225-6827 Union Station - Completed in 1907. Was the largest train station in the world. There are 126 stores and restaurants, a food court, a nine-screen cinema complex, an international money exchange, car rentals, and an Amtrak ticket counter. 50 Massachusetts Ave NE 202-371-9441 Vietnam Veterans Memorial - Its polished black granite walls are inscribed with the names of those who died serving in the Vietnam war. Names are listed chronologically by date of casualty, including those who are missing. A statue of three servicemen and one of three servicewomen stand near the walls. Wreath-laying ceremonies take place on Memorial Day and Veterans Day. Daily 24 hours. Free. Near the Lincoln Memorial between the Reflecting Pool and Constitution Ave. 202-485-9875 Washington Monument - It's grounds extend from 14th to 17th streets, and from Constitution to Independence avenues. 50 American flags surround the 555 foot structure. An elevator runs to the 500-foot observation room, which has a panoramic view. Daily 8-midnight, Apr. 1-Labor Day; 9-5 rest of year. Free tickets are required for admittance. 15th St. & Constitution Ave. NW 202-619-7222 White House - Has been the home of every president except George Washington. The renovation in 1948-52 preserved the exterior walls and completely rebuilt the interior. Furnishings include antiques and original pieces from previous presidents. A china collecion and portraits are on display. Free self-guided tours are offered Tues-Sat. 10-noon. 1600 Pennsylvania Ave 202-456-7041 National Air and Space Museum - Features the history and development of air and space technology. Is one of the world's most popular museums. Visitors can touch moon rock, walk through the Skylab space station, or view IMAX films in the five-story screen theater. Daily 9:30-5:30. Planetarium and IMAX theater $5.50,; over 64, students with ID, and children $4.25. Tape tours $5.00 over 64, students with ID and children $4.50. 7th and Independence Ave, SW 202-357-2700 National Gallery of Art - Consists of two buildings containing the world's finest collections of western European art from the 13th century to present, and American art from Colonial to present. The West building offers Italian painting and sculpture including the only painting by Leonardo da Vinci in the Western Hemisphere. The more contemporary East building offers 20th century paintings by European and American artists. The gallery also holds 17 of the surviving 69 original wax sculptures by Edgar Degas. Forth st. & Constitution. Gallery open Mon.-Sat. 10-5, Sun 11-6. Free. Mon.-Fri. 6th Street and Constitution Avenue, NW 202-737-4215 Torpedo Factory - Originally built by the U.S. Navy for manufacturing torpedo casings, today it houses some 160 artists, 83 working studios, and five Co-op galleries. Open daily 10-5 (703)-838-4565. Located on the third floor of the factory is the City's Archaeology Museum and Research Labratory. On dispaly are some of items found in recent excavations within the city. 105 North Union St. 703-838-4399 Carlyle House - It was here that the meeting of 5 royal governors created the Stamp Act which eventually helped provoke the American Revolution. 121 North Fairfax St. 703-549-2997 George Washington Masonic National Memorial - Towering 330 feet high the top can be reached by elevator for a view of Alexandria. George Washington Memorabila is on dislpay. 101 Callahan Drive 703-683-2007 Mount Vernon - Located just 8 miles south of Alexandria. Tour the house with two museums on site, multipe outbuildings, and Washingtons Tomb. 703-780-2000 National Archives - Preserves and displays federal government records. Features the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and a copy of the 1297 Magna Carta. Daily 10-9, Apr.-Labor Day.; 10-5:30 rest of year. Guided tours daily 10:15 and 1:15. Free. Seventh and Pennsylvania Ave., NW 202-501-5000 Ramsay House Visitor's Center - Home of William Ramsay, the city founder. Maps, brochures, and tour informations is available. 221 King St. 703-838-4200 United States Holocaust Memorial Museum - Presents the history of the 6 million Jews and others who suffered and were killed by the Nazis in 1933-45. The three-floor limestone and red-brick building incorporates many refences to the Holocaust. It includes artifacts, photographs, films and oral histories. The Hall of Remembrance, the Wexner Learning Center, and the Wall of Remembrance are also available. Entrances on 14th St. SW and at 100 Raoul Wallenberg Pl. SW. Open daily 10-5:30. Last admission is at 3:30. Free. 100 Raoul Wallenberg Place, SW 202-488-0400 Georgia Brown's Restaurant - Southern comfort food brought up to gourmet standards. Excellent. Reservations a must! Entrees $10-25 950 15th St.NW , Capitol Hill 202- 393- 4499 Kinkead's Restaurant - Eclectic menu,favoring seafood. Outstanding cuisine. Wonderful service. Reserve table upstairs for more quiet atmosphere. Reservations a must. Entrees $18-+$25 2000 Pennsylvania Ave .NW, Foggy Bottom 292029607700 Vidalia Restaurant - Southern-American Cuisine. Specializing in vidalia onion dishes and Cheapeake Bay specialties.Make sure you try the roasted onion soup with spoin bread! 1900 M St. NW, Dupont Circle 202-659-1990 1789 Restaurant - Intimate townhouse setting. Continental cuisine. Romantic atmosphere for the perfect evening. Excellent service. Terrific food. Entrees $18-25. Reservations a must. Coat and Tie. 1226 36th St. NW ,Georgetown Inn at Little Washington - One of the top restaurants in the US. Make reservations well in advance. The Inn has 5 guestrooms ,but there are other more reasonably priced inns in the area. Continental cuisine in elegant decor with outstanding service and wine list. Middle and Main Sts. 540-675-3800 All About Town - Offers a variety of tours, and general overviews of Washington's attractions. Tours depart from 519 6th St. Reservations required 519 6th St. 301-856-5556 Potomac Spirit - Narrated river cruises with a stop over at Mount Vernon. Also offered are dinner, lunch and moonlight cruises. Departs from Pier 4. Reservations recommended. 6th and Water Street, SW 202-484-2320 Gray Line of Washington - Offers several theme tour packages, passes are available for 2 hours or unlimited all day reboarding. Stops at the major sights, multilingual narrated tours, special seasonal tours are also available. 202-289-1995 |
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