{"id":40813,"date":"2022-07-01T21:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-07-01T21:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/discover-en-gb-2\/the-washington-dc-museums-you-have-to-visit\/"},"modified":"2022-07-21T11:36:29","modified_gmt":"2022-07-21T11:36:29","slug":"the-washington-dc-museums-you-have-to-visit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/en-gb\/history-art-en-gb\/the-washington-dc-museums-you-have-to-visit\/","title":{"rendered":"The Washington DC Museums You Have to Visit"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Capital cities are capital cities for a reason. They encapsulate the history of a nation and stand as a bellwether to that country\u2019s culture. Washington DC is no exception. For more than 200 years, the city has been home to power struggles, inner conflicts, city fire and traitorous insurgencies. Definitely not something the American Founding Fathers had in mind. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"40730\" src=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/shutterstock_418231573-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40730\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/shutterstock_418231573-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/shutterstock_418231573-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/shutterstock_418231573-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/shutterstock_418231573-1568x1045.jpg 1568w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/shutterstock_418231573-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/shutterstock_418231573-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Explore the futuristic walkway at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/countries\/usa\/washington\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Washington DC<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> boasts a plethora of iconic sites marked by the wings of history. From Martin Luther King\u2019s legendary \u201cI Have a Dream\u201d speech by the Lincoln Memorial in 1963 to the iconic White House, which has served as a residence for every sitting American president since 1800, Washington is a must for political history buffs.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A young American Congress declared then swampy <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/travel\/washington-dc-mkim4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Washington DC<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the nation\u2019s capital on 16th July 1790, 14 years after American independence, as a compromise between Southern and Northern states. President George Washington chose the new district of Columbia for its strategic location straddling the original colonies of Maryland and Virginia. Inspired by the French capital\u2019s leafy boulevards, Parisian architect Pierre Charles L&#8217;Enfant created an American capital that features the Capitol Building as its Arc de Triomphe.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"search-widget-overlay\" class=\"search-widget-overlay\">\r\n  <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__form\" data-search-widget-container>\r\n    <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__details\">\r\n      <button class=\"search-widget-overlay__close\" data-search-widget-close>\r\n        \u2715\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__text\">\r\n        Washington      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"search-widget-cta\">\r\n  <button class=\"search-widget-cta__button\" data-search-widget-cta>\r\n    Tickets to Washington  <\/button>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"622\" data-id=\"40736\" src=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/UScapitol_shutterstock_238814518-1024x622.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40736\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/UScapitol_shutterstock_238814518-1024x622.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/UScapitol_shutterstock_238814518-300x182.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/UScapitol_shutterstock_238814518-768x466.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/UScapitol_shutterstock_238814518-1568x952.jpg 1568w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/UScapitol_shutterstock_238814518-1536x932.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/UScapitol_shutterstock_238814518-2048x1243.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Re-drawing history: A watercolor from 1814 depicts the ruins of the US Capitol after the War of 1812. Credit: Shutterstock\u00a0\u00a0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Much of this was soon to be destroyed in The War of 1812 when British enemy forces burnt the city to the ground, including the newly built White House and The Library of Congress. Despite the devastation, DC was swiftly rebuilt but remained a relatively small city until The Civil War. The end of that bloody conflict meant an influx of freed slaves and a growing African American population that changed the culture of the city. That dynamic can still be felt today as DC has one of the largest concentrations of African Americans of any city in the United States.  \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, Washington DC is considered one of the most beautiful cities in the US with marble buildings fashioned in the classical style\u2014it was supposed to be the New Republic after all. The city is also a veritable mecca for museum lovers, with countless artefacts and art on display along the National Mall. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many of the Washington DC museums listed are part of The Smithsonian Institution, which is the world\u2019s largest educational and research complex. With more than 155 million pieces of art and specimens documenting American history across 19 Washington museums (and the National Zoological Park), visiting this complex is a must when in Washington DC and best of all: admission is free!\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With so much knowledge at your disposal and so many institutions to visit, what are the best museums and historic sites in Washington DC? Let\u2019s dive into our guide to the top free museums and top sites in Washington DC. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The best museums in Washington DC\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Hirshhorn Museum<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"686\" data-id=\"40742\" src=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/hirshorn_shutterstock_2140046199-1024x686.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40742\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/hirshorn_shutterstock_2140046199-1024x686.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/hirshorn_shutterstock_2140046199-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/hirshorn_shutterstock_2140046199-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/hirshorn_shutterstock_2140046199-1568x1050.jpg 1568w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/hirshorn_shutterstock_2140046199-1536x1028.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/hirshorn_shutterstock_2140046199.jpg 1900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>The elevated cylindrical shape of the Hirshhorn Museum gives the building its impressive curves. Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Designed by award-winning architect Gordon Bunshaft, the hollow-centred Hirshhorn Museum &amp; Sculpture Garden is an epic destination for modern <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/history-art\/museums-with-great-architecture\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">art lovers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that puts function over form. The Hirshorn, which is free throughout the year, emphasizes new ways of interacting and showcasing art, be it through digital media or performances. The museum opened in 1974 and has become the staging site of many groundbreaking artists such as Damien Hirst and Inge Mahn. After your visit, pop into the popular Dolcezza caf\u00e9, which is famous for its handcrafted, local gelatos and pastries, and was voted the \u201cBest Coffee Shop\u201d by <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Washington Post<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in 2017.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The National Air and Space Museum&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"918\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"40748\" src=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/apollo11_WEB10819-2008h_1-918x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40748\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/apollo11_WEB10819-2008h_1-918x1024.jpg 918w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/apollo11_WEB10819-2008h_1-269x300.jpg 269w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/apollo11_WEB10819-2008h_1-768x856.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/apollo11_WEB10819-2008h_1-1568x1748.jpg 1568w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/apollo11_WEB10819-2008h_1-1378x1536.jpg 1378w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/apollo11_WEB10819-2008h_1.jpg 1704w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 918px) 100vw, 918px\" \/><figcaption><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Apollo 11 Command Module <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Columbia<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on display in the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Boeing Milestones of Flight<\/span><\/i> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hall<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The National Air and Space Museum, one of the top things to do in D.C. with kids, is a must for every budding astronaut who wants to immerse themselves in space flight and aviation. Since 1976, visitors have been flocking to this Smithsonian museum to learn more about the space race and how the Americans beat the Russians to land on the moon. The museum offers a mix of hands-on exhibitions such as science demonstrations, an IMAX theatre, and virtual reality simulators as well as an impressive collection of more than 60,000 artefacts, from rockets to once-classified documents. Expect an enthusiastic crowd outside the 23-foot 1903 Wright Flyer, Orville and Wilbur Wright\u2019s first successful aeroplane, and the Apollo 11 Command Module Columbia. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>National Gallery of Art<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The accessible-friendly National Gallery of Art is an astounding piece of art in and of itself. The amount of marble used for the facade hasn\u2019t been duplicated in another building in the U.S. Inside, the National Gallery of Art is just as impressive, boasting masterpieces from old and modern masters such as Leonardo Da Vinci, Sandro Botticelli and Pablo Picasso\u2014Picasso\u2019s blue period gets special attention here. The museum houses the second building of ever-changing exhibitions\u2014check out the website for the most up-to-date information. The sculpture garden is a recent addition to the expansive complex. Relax in the green oasis while you gaze upon 21 modern stone, glass and marble masterpieces including Marc Chagall\u2019s \u201cOrph\u00e9e\u201d and Alfredo Halegua\u2019s aptly named \u201cAmerica.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>National Museum of African American History and Culture<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"40754\" src=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/African-American-History-and-Culture-_shutterstock_1037704912-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40754\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/African-American-History-and-Culture-_shutterstock_1037704912-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/African-American-History-and-Culture-_shutterstock_1037704912-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/African-American-History-and-Culture-_shutterstock_1037704912-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/African-American-History-and-Culture-_shutterstock_1037704912-1568x1046.jpg 1568w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/African-American-History-and-Culture-_shutterstock_1037704912-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/African-American-History-and-Culture-_shutterstock_1037704912.jpg 1900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>The shape of the building is inspired by the Yoruban caryatid, a traditional West African column. Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Architecturally impressive and historically significant, the National Museum of African American History and Culture has become one of the hottest tickets along the National Mall in D.C. Since opening its doors in September 2016, the museum has seen a steady stream of visitors wanting to reflect on the impact African Americans have made on American policy, culture and history. The 19th and newest museum of the Smithsonian Institution, the National Museum of African American History and Culture afford guests more than 40,000 artefacts and interactive exhibits highlighting everything from African American ingenuity to slavery. Of special note are the deeply moving Slavery and Freedom exhibit and the Tulsa Race Massacre exhibit.  <\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"search-widget-overlay\" class=\"search-widget-overlay\">\r\n  <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__form\" data-search-widget-container>\r\n    <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__details\">\r\n      <button class=\"search-widget-overlay__close\" data-search-widget-close>\r\n        \u2715\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__text\">\r\n        Washington      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"search-widget-cta\">\r\n  <button class=\"search-widget-cta__button\" data-search-widget-cta>\r\n    Tickets to Washington  <\/button>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>National Museum of American History&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"676\" data-id=\"40760\" src=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/NMAH_flag4595948877_059be23fa6_o-1-1024x676.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40760\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/NMAH_flag4595948877_059be23fa6_o-1-1024x676.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/NMAH_flag4595948877_059be23fa6_o-1-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/NMAH_flag4595948877_059be23fa6_o-1-768x507.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/NMAH_flag4595948877_059be23fa6_o-1-1568x1035.jpg 1568w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/NMAH_flag4595948877_059be23fa6_o-1-1536x1014.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/NMAH_flag4595948877_059be23fa6_o-1.jpg 1900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Admire the nearly 200-year-old star-spangled banner that was raised in victory to mark the end of the War of 1812. Credit: Flickr\/National Museum of American History Smithsonian Institution<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The National Museum of American History focuses on just that: American history, from the birth of the nation to the 20th century. The red thread throughout the museum is understanding what made the United States the country it is today in order to create a better future for all. Explore everything from American <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ephemera<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to locomotives to iconic clothing (including a leather jacket that once belonged to Bob Dylan) inside the National Museum of American History. Some of the most visited exhibits include the tattered American flag that inspired the American national anthem, the \u201cStar-Spangled Banner,\u201d Abraham Lincoln\u2019s tophat, gowns worn by a variety of American first ladies including Jackie Kennedy and Hilary Clinton, and Dorothy\u2019s sparkly ruby slippers from <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Wizard of Oz<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>National Museum of the American Indian<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"40766\" src=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/americanindian_shutterstock_190644134-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40766\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/americanindian_shutterstock_190644134-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/americanindian_shutterstock_190644134-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/americanindian_shutterstock_190644134-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/americanindian_shutterstock_190644134-1568x1046.jpg 1568w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/americanindian_shutterstock_190644134-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/americanindian_shutterstock_190644134.jpg 1900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>The National Museum of the American Indian connects history, culture and the environment in homage to Native Americans.&nbsp; Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Curious about the history and culture of America\u2019s indigenous population? Then the National Museum of the American Indian, which houses one of the largest collections of Native American artefacts in the world, is a must on your list of museums in Washington. Native American architect Douglas Cardinal crafted the sculpted rock-like design of the museum to represent native peoples\u2019 connection to the earth, sea and sky. Inside, explore a vast collection that represents 12,000 years of history and also features an enormous photographic and film archive. Of particular note is the permanent Americans exhibit, which highlights how Native American clothing, motifs and paraphernalia have infiltrated American society, some of it in a derogatory way. If you want to see more, head to its sister museum in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/countries\/usa\/new-york-city\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New York<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The best historic sites in Washington DC<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Lincoln Memorial<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-8 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"40772\" src=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/lincoln_shutterstock_1138594370-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40772\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/lincoln_shutterstock_1138594370-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/lincoln_shutterstock_1138594370-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/lincoln_shutterstock_1138594370-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/lincoln_shutterstock_1138594370-1568x1046.jpg 1568w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/lincoln_shutterstock_1138594370-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/lincoln_shutterstock_1138594370.jpg 1900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the top places to visit in DC is the Lincoln Memorial. Built in 1922 in honour of the 16th president of the United States, the Lincoln Memorial is a Herculean design marvel that enthrals visitors of all ages due to its scope and size, not to mention the somewhat stoic expression on Lincoln\u2019s face. Inspired by the Parthenon in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/countries\/greece\/things-to-do-in-athens\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Athens<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Greece, architect Henry Bacon designed the marble memorial as a Greek Doric temple to the president. The neoclassical style emphasizes Lincoln\u2019s stature\u2014he was six foot four after all\u2014as well as his wisdom and almost Zeus-like majesty. Inscribed on the walls around the seated president are two of his most famous speeches, including The Gettysburg Address. Operated by the National Park Service, the best time to visit the Lincoln Memorial is at dusk in the summer, when the sunsets on the reflecting pool and the marble almost comes alive. 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Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Interested in tours of the Capitol Building? Despite what happened on 6th January 2021, the Capitol Building welcomes Americans and foreign visitors throughout the year. This is where Senators and Congresspeople convene to bicker, debate, draft bills and veto them! The Capitol symbolizes freedom, democracy and the people\u2019s dream of America. Built in the Greek and Roman classical style, the Capitol is visible to anyone taking a bus or bike tour of the city. Explore historic artefacts or follow a guide through the Crypt, Rotunda, National Statuary Hall, the Old Supreme Court Chamber, and the Old Senate Chamber, or even watch Congress in session. There\u2019s an enormous campus to cover, with more than 270 acres, including access to the Botanic Garden. Register in advance as slots are limited and since the 6th January insurgency, security is even tighter. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Washington Monument&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-10 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"40784\" src=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/shutterstock_1034119606-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40784\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/shutterstock_1034119606-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/shutterstock_1034119606-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/shutterstock_1034119606-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/shutterstock_1034119606-1568x1046.jpg 1568w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/shutterstock_1034119606-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/shutterstock_1034119606.jpg 1900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>The Washington Monument is impossible to miss when in the U.S. capital. Take the elevator to the top to soak in the city\u2019s iconic sites. Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Obelisks are found throughout the world. The Washington Monument is one of the tallest structures in DC and at one time was the tallest building in the world (1884). Built in honour of the first president of the United States, George Washington, the Washington Monument is a 555-foot-tall Egyptian-style marble obelisk that is recognizable from afar, especially if you\u2019ve seen any Hollywood blockbuster featuring US presidents. Take the elevator to the observation deck for panoramic views of the city and you can even take in all the Washington museums and historic sites at once. 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