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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.

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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

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    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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