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21 Top-Rated Washington, DC, Nightlife Activities

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21 Top-Rated Washington, DC, Nightlife Activities

Introduction - There are also many fun things to do in Washington, DC, at night. From nighttime sightseeing to catching a musical...

 
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Attend an after hours event at Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

Activity 1 - One of the fun things to do in DC at night is attending one of the Smithsonian National Museum of...

 

Go on a Washington DC night tour

Activity 2 - A guided night tour is a unique way to go sightseeing in Washington DC. The DC at Dusk tour will...

 
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Experience Zoo Lights at the Smithsonian National Zoo

Activity 3 - The Smithsonian National Zoo, or Zoological Park, is one of the US' oldest zoos. This attraction draws hundreds of visitors...

 

Enjoy an Odyssey dinner cruise on the Potomac River

Activity 4 - If you want to treat yourself, one of the fun things to do in DC at night is going on...

 
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View stunning artworks at the National Portrait Gallery

Activity 5 - As the National Portrait Gallery closes at 7 PM most days, visiting the gallery makes for an ideal evening activity...

 
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Watch the US Marines Sunset Parade at the US Marine Corps Memorial

Activity 6 - The US Marines Sunset Parade takes place at the US Marine Corps Memorial, also known as the Iwo Jima Marine...

 
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Sightsee on a Monuments by Moonlight night tour

Activity 7 - Washington DC is home to an extensive collection of famous landmarks and monuments. One of the interesting night activities in...

 

Walk around the Tidal Basin and Jefferson Memorial

Activity 8 - The Thomas Jefferson Memorial can easily be accessed by walking around the Tidal Basin. The scenic walk to this North...

 
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Go to the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial

Activity 9 - The Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial is a must-see attraction in Washington DC. To avoid the crowds, consider viewing the...

 

Marvel at beautiful cherry blossoms at sunset

Activity 10 - In the spring, Washington's trees become covered in Cherry Blossoms. A fun activity is heading to one of the three...

 

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