Suggestions for Museum near Washington

Bea M. • September 30, 2016Amazing museum! The permanent collection is full of masterpieces, and the admission is free. Definitely worth a visit.

Maura P. • November 18, 2016The best museum. You'll want to spend at least one whole day there and get there early!

Meredith S. • August 19, 2011Great Art - some of my favorite pieces and a great way to beat the heat around the White House.

Yasaman M. • September 17, 2018OMG I’m in love with this museum. The art collection here is a must see. The building also is so well designed for its purpose.

Jared C. • November 1, 2014The Nature's Best photo exhibit is a must see. Stop for gelato too!

Nat E. • August 23, 2015It's the most popular museum in DC, second most popular in the world (after the Louvre). Definitely go on off hours.

Pamela W. • November 2, 2018This place was awesome. Problem is you cannot get through the whole museum in one day. Plan to go at least 2 days. Too much to see and read.

Morgan T. • November 11, 2014One of my fav museums in DC. I love having lunch in the Kogod Courtyard.

Rodrigo V. • March 18, 2015The Dark Universe is my favorite show. Very educational.

Shannon H. • December 9, 2015If your near by you must stop in. It's a wonderful way to spend an afternoon and it's free to get in!

Elena G. • November 5, 2013Check out their exhibits, so worth it! Just the building itself is impressive!

Humberto M. • January 17, 2012A nice short museum crawl (comparatively) with so many great modern pieces. Make sure to check out the underground walkway.

Steven A. • February 8, 2015Another great art museum not often frequented by tourists. A small but intriguing collection of African art and a nice gift shop as well.

Camille W. • March 22, 2015The garden is gorgeous! A most visit on a trip to DC!

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.

JH H. • September 17, 2019What an icon!

Oscar Z. • February 24, 2016The memorial is very emotional and at the end of the visit they have current atrocities

Serhii L. • August 17, 2017This museum has mostly modern art so definitely nice place to go for people who like it

Chris R. • December 30, 2014Free entry, worth visiting for the Peacock room and the brilliant garden. Wonderful collection of Asian and Islamic art.

Marc Kevin H. • June 4, 2012The staff is exceptionally friendly. Two points of interest: the tomb of the Institution's founder, and a gallery with sample exhibits.

Scott J. • February 15, 2015Nice size and not crowded. Building really nicely designed to show off the paintings and especially the sculptures outdoors.

Karen M. • January 13, 2014The best film. Worth the money and very well filmed.

Hooman • March 23, 2019One of the most underrated Smithsonian museums.

Rachel O. • August 8, 2014AMAZING. Definitely go see. Only $5 for a your. Beautiful Victorian mansion with so much history.

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.

Danielle D. • July 13, 2018Wonderful gallery in Dupont. America's oldest museum of modern art. You'll be able to get through the whole collection in a few hours.

Cole T. • December 13, 2020What a surprising experience! Little did I know about the history of espionage but the museum covered from antiquity to the modern era. Can easily spend 2-4 hours here.

Tavon .. • August 12, 2017Awesome reflection of the community. Come often since they change themes often.

Iva Z. • October 20, 2012An absolute gem and a must-see if you are in the area. Heaven tucked into the bustle of the city ...

Sari G. • July 7, 2015Such a cool and interactive museum! Check out the stamps and learn about how mail used to be delivered. I recommend this one!