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Chris F. • December 28, 2014Always worth stopping in. Great permanent collection and temporary exhibits.
8.9Art Museum • $$$$ •800 G St. NW (8th and F Streets, NW), WashingtonFodor's Travel • August 31, 2017The museum includes folk art and crafts, decorative arts, and the largest collection of New Deal art and American Impressionist paintings. Visitors tend to adore the contemporary craft collection.
8.7Museum •700 Pennsylvania Ave NW (at 7th St NW), Washington
Jackie D. • October 18, 2012The Cuban Missile Crisis exhibit is fantastic. Must see for any 20th century history buff.
Zachary R. • March 18, 2013I've been to DC many times now and I always always stop to see OUR Constitution. It is bigger than any one man.
9.56th St and Constitution Ave NW (at Constitution Ave NW), Washington
Bea M. • September 30, 2016Amazing museum! The permanent collection is full of masterpieces, and the admission is free. Definitely worth a visit.
9.3Art Museum •Constitution Ave NW (at Madison Dr NW), Washington
Alice C. • May 8, 2018Excellent quality museum. Made of three buildings - wear comfy shoes. Could stay all day. Extensive stationery selection in gift shop.
Danika B. • March 31, 2015Take the tour so you can get the scoop on the history of this building. The exhibits are always fascinating, and the gift shop is a great place to get an unusual design-gift.
9.2Science Museum • $$$$ •1000 Constitution Ave NW (at 10th St NW), Washington
John (. • August 18, 2019They have a great spot with benches to sit and relax to recharge your gadgets on the second level just outside the cafe, so bring your USB chargers! 🔌
9.0Art Museum •Constitution Ave NW (4th St. NW), Washington
Sarah K. • March 2, 2013Can't complain about the food! Nice selection of international cuisine (and more "American" things). Great for a brunch or lunch in a nice space, thought it could very well be loud when busy.
Chris R. • December 22, 2016Great for sitting and relaxing. Good place for catching up with friends.
8.5Science Museum •Lenfant Plz SW (at National Museum of Natural History), Washington
Brandy P. • July 18, 2012During the summer go in the evening after 5. The museum is open until 7:30, and you can usually find free parking on Madison right in front of the museums!
Victoria H. • December 27, 2012There are usually alot of people crowding the elephant, go to the second floor balcony to get a great view.
8.4Science Museum •Lenfant Plz SW (at National Museum of Natural History), Washington
Greg D. • August 3, 2015The entry fee is worth it. Amazing place
Aaron S. • May 13, 2015This was fantastic! Not much to see in the house. Originals are in Chicago. Nice feature on Abe's hat, flag, his coat.
9.2Science Museum • $$$$ •6th St. (Independence Ave SW), Washington
Jaspio H. • June 17, 2016Fantastic overview of the history and innovations of aviation and space exploration. Exhibits are fairly adult but there are plenty of activity stations to keep the young occupied.
Rafael N. • August 5, 2018N.B.: the museum closes at 5, NOT 5:45. The latter is the closing time for the RESEARCH archives.
Shermans Travel • August 9, 2012It would take eons to tour it all, so choose a few attractions for kids that are primed for sparking even the littlest travelers’ imaginations. The National Air and Space Museum is a must.
8.8Art Museum •700 Independence Ave SW (at 7th St SW), Washington
Ghostly International • July 15, 2011In my opinion, best museum in DC. They have an excellent collection of both well known and unheard of contemporary artists and the architecture of the building really adds to the overall experience.
8.6History Museum •1000 Jefferson Dr SW (btwn 9th & 12th St SW), Washington
Oscar F. • March 11, 2016Great place to start cafe and wifi available here. Clean restrooms and maps of all sorts to start your adventure. There's people to help answer questions and also gift shops.
9.1History Museum • $$$$ •1400 Constitution Ave NW (at 14th St NW), Washington
Aniruddha M. • July 28, 2015Information warehouse for the curious mind. Highly recommend as a family outing place. Kids love it.
7.7History Museum •Lenfant Plz SW (at 10th Street NW), Washington
8.7Science Museum •National Air and Space Museum, Washington
Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum • April 9, 2013We often have safe solar telescopes setup outside to view sunspots and other features on the Sun. Check our calendar for evening stargazing events.
8.6Art Museum •1250 New York Ave NW (at 13th St NW), Washington
Mandy F. • March 19, 2012Great location for a wedding! Elegant, large, and easily adjusted to suit your decorating needs.
6.6History Museum •800 Pennsylvania Ave NW (at National Archives), Washington
US National Archives • January 28, 2011Over a million people a year visit the National Archives Experience! So to avoid any lines make a reservation in advance by calling 1-877-444-6777.
6.6Art Museum •8th St. NW and F St. NW, Washington
Gaurav B. • February 17, 2017I go there for the special exhibits but permanent collection is also quite good.
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