25 Famous Washington, DC, Landmarks You Absolutely Must See Visual Story

By William Stanto

Introduction

25 Famous Washington, DC, Landmarks You Absolutely Must See Visual Story

A brief overview of famous Washington, DC, landmarks that shouldn't be missed, like the White...

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Washington Monument

Completed in 1884, the Washington Monument is one of the most iconic landmarks of Washington...

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The White House

The White House has the most famous address in the world - 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue...

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Abraham Lincoln Memorial

Built in honor of the 16th American President, Abraham Lincoln, the Lincoln Memorial is among...

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Thomas Jefferson Memorial

Among the many famous monuments in Washington, DC, the Jefferson Memorial may be the most...

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United States Capitol

There are many important buildings in Washington, DC, but none like the U.S. Capitol building...

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Vietnam Veterans Memorial

In 1982, artist Maya Lin conceptualized a bold 246-foot black granite wall engraved with the...

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Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial

The most sensitive of the presidential monuments in Washington, DC, is the FDR Memorial. Bronze...

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Korean War Veterans Memorial

Nineteen stainless steel soldiers advance through the trees, making the Korean War Memorial one of...

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The National Mall

The National Mall tops this Washington, DC, landmarks list as it contains all of the...

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Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

One of the most famous places in Washington, DC, is the Reflecting Pool. 2,030 feet...

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Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial

With so many historical sites in Washington, DC, the MLK Memorial is one of the...

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Arlington National Cemetery

Spanning over 639 acres, Arlington Cemetery has been the final resting place for soldiers killed...

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The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

Adjacent to the National Mall, this emotional museum provides a compelling interpretation of Holocaust history...

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The Smithsonian Institution

Called the "Nation's Attic," the Smithsonian spans over 19 museums, 21 libraries, nine research centers...

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International Spy Museum

Washington, DC's Spy Museum is an interactive exploration of the history and tradecraft of modern...

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National Portrait Gallery

One of the most famous galleries in the United States is the National Portrait Gallery...

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Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

Another outstanding Smithsonian attraction in DC is the National Museum of Natural History. Opened in...

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National Museum of Women in the Arts

The National Museum of Women in the Arts houses a vast collection of works by...

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Washington National Cathedral

Another of the many famous buildings in Washington, DC, is the Washington National Cathedral. Built...

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National Gallery of Art

The National Gallery of Art is another renowned attraction located on the National Mall. It...

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Dupont Circle

Dupont Circle is a vibrant neighborhood in central DC. It has outstanding bars, eateries, and...

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National Archives Museum

One of the most important places in Washington, DC, that you can visit is the...

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Library of Congress

The official research library of the United States Congress is the Library of Congress. It...

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The Pentagon

One of the most important buildings in Washington, DC, is the Pentagon. Construction of this...

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Ford's Theatre

Opened in 1863, Ford's Theatre is another of the buildings in Washington, DC, with a...

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Conclusion

In Summary

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