Additional Tourist Attractions
There are countless other attractions in nation's capital that do not require reservations or tickets. Below is a list and short description of many, but not all, of these attractions.
The National Mall
The National Mall is an open-area 309.2 acre national park in the heart of the nation's capital.
The Lincoln Memorial
The Lincoln Memorial was built to honor Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States, who preserved the nation during the Civil War. Click here for more information.
The Washington Monument
The Washington Monument is the most prominent structure in Washington. It was built in honor of George Washington, who led the country to independence and became our first President. Click here for more information.
The National World War II Memorial
The World War II Memorial commemorates the sacrifice of the War's veterans and pays tribute to each state's contribution to the War.
The National Korean War Veterans Memorial
The Korean War Memorial pays tribute to the patriotism, devotion to duty, and courage of Korean War veterans. Click here for more information.
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial honors the men and women who served when their Nation called upon them, despite the national controversies surrounding the war. Click here for more information.
The Thomas Jefferson Memorial
The Thomas Jefferson Memorial, in honor of our nation’s 3rd President, stands as a symbol of liberty and endures as a site for reflection and inspiration for all citizens of the United States and the world. Click here for more information.
Theodore Roosevelt Island National Memorial
The Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Island pays tribute to the outdoorsman, naturalist, and visionary who was the 26th President of United States. Click here for more information.
The Franklin Delano Roosevelt (FDR) Memorial
The Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial pays tribute to the 32nd President of the United States, honoring FDR, his story, and his era. Click here for more information.
