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    • 9.5
      Art Museum$$$$View Prices
      6th St and Constitution Ave NW (at Constitution Ave NW), Washington
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      • Stephanie R.

        Stephanie R. • September 26, 2015Great way to get out of the heat in the summer! Cool, quiet, and relaxing

    • 9.4
      History Museum
      1400 Constitution Ave NW (btwn 12th & 14th St NW), Washington
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      • Katie T.

        Katie T. • September 30, 2017Excellent museum and a lot to take in. You will need at least 2 days to see everything.

    • 9.3
      Art Museum$$$$
      1661 Pennsylvania Ave NW (17th St NW), Washington
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      • Noel R.

        Noel R. • December 15, 2015This place never disappoints. The building is relatively small but they rotate the exhibits on a regular basis and they are always super cool and have over the top, interesting art pieces.

    • 9.3
      Art Museum
      Constitution Ave NW (at Madison Dr NW), Washington
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      • Mark B.

        Mark B. • June 26, 2015Fantastic museum. Free to the public. Lots of oils, water colors and sculptures from lots of the Masters.Great collection in beautiful setting. Can be a maze so definitely take a map or the audio tour

    • 9.3
      Art Museum
      800 F St NW (at 8th St. NW), Washington
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      • L K.

        L K. • January 28, 2017Magnificent collection of both modern art and portraits. The variety of styles, people, and stories makes for an excellent museum day.

    • 9.2
      Science Museum$$$$
      1000 Constitution Ave NW (at 10th St NW), Washington
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      • Kiley K.

        Kiley K. • December 9, 2016THIS PLACE IS AMAZING great gift shops and prices. Large and lots to see very fun

    • 9.2
      History Museum
      1400 Constitution Ave NW (btwn 12th & 14th St NW), Washington
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      • Reasy M.

        Reasy M. • July 16, 2018Excellent museum. Full of history that can’t be done in one trip. Come visit in September.

    • 9.2
      Science Museum$$$$
      6th St. (Independence Ave SW), Washington
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      • Carmen Y.

        Carmen Y. • October 25, 2016One of my favorite museums ever! Fun, interesting and interactive.

    • 9.1
      Planetarium
      600 Independence Ave SW (at 6th St SW), Washington
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      • Ting

        Ting • February 25, 2016If u have to choose either this or the IMAX shows, no doubt this should be it. Free educational screening on stars and planets on selected mornings at 10.30am. Totally worth the ticket price. Amazing!

    • 9.1
      History Museum$$$$
      1400 Constitution Ave NW (at 14th St NW), Washington
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      • Lynn R.

        Lynn R. • January 14, 2011Gift shop is amazing....Great chackas for history buffs....or parents, grand-parents!

    • 8.9
      Art Museum
      Constitution Ave NW (4th St. NW), Washington
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      • Sarah K.

        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.

    • 8.9
      Art Museum
      1703 32nd St NW (R Street), Washington
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      • Brett p.

        Brett p. • November 24, 2014A real treat. Absolutely incredible that this beautiful and surprisingly expansive garden park is tucked behind cramped but cozy rows of houses and shops

    • 8.8
      Science Museum
      National Air and Space Museum, Washington
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      • Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum

        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.

    • 8.8
      History Museum$$$$
      100 Raoul Wallenberg Pl SW, Washington
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      • James R.

        James R. • November 2, 2010Check hotels in the area for free tickets in advance - allow yourself 2-3 hours to experience everything. Very powerful and well done.

    • 8.8
      Art Museum
      2829 16th St NW (at Columbia Rd NW), Washington
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      • Lynda C.

        Lynda C. • October 28, 2013Small gallery, great murals, but the real draw is the history of the mansion.

    • 8.8
      Art Museum
      950 Independence Ave SW, Washington
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      • John N.

        John N. • April 1, 2014Small but lovely museum, and blissfully uncrowded compared to most others. Signs do a better job of telling you what you're looking at than museums with more familiar subjects.

    • 8.8
      Science Museum
      Washington
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      • Victoria H.

        Victoria H. • December 27, 2012There are usually alot of people crowding the elephant, go to the second floor balcony to get a great view.

    • 8.9
      Art Museum$$$$
      800 G St. NW (8th and F Streets, NW), Washington
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      • Steven A.

        Steven A. • February 8, 2015One of my favorite museums in DC--open until 7, not as many tourists thanks to its location off the Mall, great modern art collection, airy courtyard.

    • 8.6
      History Museum
      1000 Jefferson Dr SW (btwn 9th & 12th St SW), Washington
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      • Oscar F.

        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.

    • 8.9
      Art MuseumView Prices
      4155 Linnean Ave NW (Tilden St., NW), Washington
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      • looshka v.

        looshka v. • April 22, 2011Very friendly administration and really gorgeous gardens!!! Enjoy and you'll definetely be back!

    • 8.8
      Art Museum
      700 Independence Ave SW (at 7th St SW), Washington
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      • Lenny G.

        Lenny G. • July 13, 2019Wonderful gallery space and design with an emphasis on taking you through a history of Modern Art. Worth checking out.

    • 8.8
      Art Museum$$$$
      1600 21st St NW (at Q St. NW), Washington
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      • Sarah K.

        Sarah K. • August 9, 2015Great collection, small enough to see everything. Was glad that it was free on weekdays, so had a delicious lunch in the cafe

    • 8.6
      Museum
      1901 Fort Pl SE, Washington
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      • Tavon ..

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

    • 8.6
      Art Museum
      1050 Independence Ave SW, Washington
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      • Gaurav B.

        Gaurav B. • February 17, 2017I go there for the special exhibits but permanent collection is also quite good.

    • 8.8
      Museum
      700 L'Enfant Plaza, SW, Washington
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      • Shannon B.

        Shannon B. • July 15, 2019Get their early.... order tickets online and you can start when you want .... they are extremely nice and good with kids

    • 8.8
      History Museum
      1307 New Hampshire Ave, NW (in Dupont Circle), Washington
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      • Kori

        Kori • May 2, 2015Check out the website, they have several fun events with food, drinks, tours, etc. House is beautifully preserved.

    • 8.5
      Museum
      700 Pennsylvania Ave NW (at 7th St NW), Washington
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      • Taylor N.

        Taylor N. • July 25, 2013Line gets super long on busy days! Highly recommend getting a reservation for a timed visit.

    • 8.5
      Science Museum
      Lenfant Plz SW (at National Museum of Natural History), Washington
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      • Brandy P.

        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!

    • 8.5
      History Museum
      2 Massachusetts Ave NE (North Capitol St NE), Washington
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      • Insider Perks

        Insider Perks • March 1, 2012It's safe to say we never realized how important the Postal Service was until we learned of its extensive history here. Great exhibits and tons of knowledge.

    • 8.6
      Art Museum
      Jefferson Ave SW (12th St SW), Washington
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      • Vashti J.

        Vashti J. • March 6, 2011Love it because it's never super packed with tourists. The courtyard is pretty gorgeous as well. One of my favorite museums

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