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6 Best Places to Visit in Washington DC
The top Places to Visit in Washington DC, United States, ranked by traveler ratings and how many people rated them. Every spot is a real, verified venue — facts checked against live Google data.
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attraction Washington DC · ★ 4.8Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
The Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History sits on the National Mall at 10th Street and Constitution Avenue NW in Washington DC, and it's free to enter every day from 10am to 5:30pm. 4.8★ (58,597 reviews) — what visitors say, hours, and tips.
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restaurant Washington DC · ★ 4.6Old Ebbitt Grill
Old Ebbitt Grill, a gaslit Victorian tavern at 675 15th St NW, sits a block from the White House and is open daily from 8am (9am weekends) until 2am, making it one of the few spots downtown for a proper late breakfast, sit-down lunch, or after-work oyster hour. 4.6★ (20,386 reviews) — what visitors say, hours, and tips.
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restaurant Washington DC · ★ 4.5Founding Farmers DC
Founding Farmers DC, at 1924 Pennsylvania Ave NW near Foggy Bottom/George Washington University, is a farm-to-table American spot known for its buttermilk biscuits, chicken and waffles, and all-day brunch — expect a wait, since it's one of the most reviewed restaurants in the city (23,000+ reviews, 4.5 stars).
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restaurant Washington DC · ★ 4.7Unconventional Diner
Unconventional Diner sits on 9th Street NW in Shaw, serving upscale comfort food from 7am to 10pm daily. 4.7★ (8,901 reviews) — what visitors say, hours, and tips.
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hidden gem Washington DC · ★ 4.7U.S. National Arboretum
The U.S. National Arboretum, at 3501 New York Ave NE in Northeast DC, is a free 446-acre research garden best known for its 22 salvaged Corinthian columns and its world-class National Bonsai & Penjing Museum.
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restaurant Washington DC · ★ 4.4Surfside Taco Stand
Surfside Taco Stand is a bright, cafeteria-style Mexican counter at 1800 N St NW in Dupont Circle, open 24 hours, known for tacos and margaritas at budget-friendly prices.
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