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20 Best Places to Go in Washington, DC, Over 3 Days

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20 Best Places to Go in Washington, DC, Over 3 Days

Introduction - If you're planning to spend the next long weekend in the country's capital, then read on. Use this 3-day itinerary...

 
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Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum

Place To Go 1 - Established in 1946, the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum is another of the educational attractions found in DC. This...

 

Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial

Place To Go 2 - A quick trip to see the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial is another highly recommended thing to do. This monument features...

 
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United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

Place To Go 3 - The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is an educational museum covering Holocaust history. It's also the US' official Holocaust memorial...

 
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Vietnam Veterans Memorial

Place To Go 4 - Another historical landmark to see on a long weekend in DC is the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. This US national memorial...

 
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Museum of African American History and Culture

Place To Go 5 - The Museum of African American History and Culture is one of the largest museums in the United States dedicated to...

 

National Mall and Washington Monument

Place To Go 6 - Located close to the White House are two other renowned sights, the National Mall and the Washington Monument. After wandering...

 

Washington National Cathedral

Place To Go 7 - Also known as the Cathedral Church of Saint Peter, the Washington National Cathedral is a breathtaking cathedral found about 15-minutes...

 

George Washington's Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria

Place To Go 8 - Mount Vernon is a historic estate located about a 30-minute drive from central Washington, DC. This attraction is notable as...

 

National Archives Museum

Place To Go 9 - The National Archives Museum is a fascinating attraction to see during your weekend getaway in Washington, DC. The museum holds...

 

Arlington National Cemetery

Place To Go 10 - Arlington National Cemetery is one of the most famous Washington, DC, landmarks. The cemetery is the final resting place of...

 

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