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Top Things to Do in Washington DC: A Local's Guide

Washington DC is America's capital and home to the world's greatest collection of free museums, the Smithsonian institutions, the National Mall, the Lincoln Memorial, the US Capitol, the Library of Congress and vibrant neighbourhood life in Adams Morgan and Georgetown.

Top Things to Do in Washington DC: A Local's Guide
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    National Mall

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    National Mall

    Three kilometres of monuments and free Smithsonian museums in the heart of DC

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    Eastern Market

    Capitol Hill

    Washington DC's beloved weekend food and local craft market since 1873

  3. 3

    9:30 Club

    U Street

    Widely regarded as America's most important mid-size live music venue

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    National Gallery of Art

    National Mall

    Free world-class art museum on the National Mall with two landmark buildings

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    Minibar

    Penn Quarter

    José Andrés' avant-garde 12-course tasting experience with two Michelin stars

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