I just got back from the most amazing trip to Washington D.C.. There are so many things to do and see. I recommend a family vacation to D.C.. Your older kids will appreciate it the most, but there is fun stuff for the young ones to do as well. Take a look at this list below and start exploring. I recommend going around the 4th of July. There is nothing like it. But....if you want to avoid the heat and humidity try a trip during the spring or fall. The landscape is beautiful during those times.
Places and must-sees while in D.C.:
1. Take the kids to see the monuments (Lincoln, Vietnam Memorial, World War II Memorial and the Washington Monument) at night. There is a certain magic to them and they are breath taking at night
2. Arlington Cemetery: There are so many things to see at the cemetery. You can take a bus tour around the cemetery. I recommend seeing the changing of the guards.
3. Mount Vernon: You can tour George Washington's house, see some breath taking views, tour the grounds and take a short trip through Virginia.
4. If the kids need a snack break I suggest stopping in Georgetown at Georgetown Cupcakes. Ever watch TLC's D.C. Cupcakes. Yup! That's Georgetown Cupcakes, the Strawberry is delicious!
5. Any baseball fans? The Washington Nationals baseball stadium is a must see. The kids can take pictures with bobble head mascots and you can enjoy a game as a family.
6. Smithsonian: There are about 10 different ones you can go to. Check out the American history and natural history ones. You can see exhibits like....The Hope Diamond, the ruby slippers from the Wizard of Oz, the First Ladies dresses, and much much more!
Other monuments and things you must see: Ford's theater, White House, Library of Congress, the Supreme Court Building and the Capital.
This will be a worthwhile vacation that you will never forget. And....it's educational!
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