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National Air and Space Museum

Sixth and Independence Ave., SW, Washington DC, DC 20560
202-357-1686
Ranked #13 of 215 attractions in Washington DC
4.5 of 5 stars 1000 Reviews
Type: Science Museums, Speciality Museums, History Museums, Museums
Fee: No
Description: The most popular of the Smithsonian museums features the Wright Brothers' 1903 Flyer and Lindbergh's Spirit of St. Louis.
Useful Information: Activities for older children, Activities for young children
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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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99 reviews 99 reviews
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103 helpful votes 103 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

This museum you only have one. Don't miss it!!! It have many of the historical pieces of the history opf the aviation, but with a large session of the space exploration. Also enjoy the planetarium and the 3D movies

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Doral, Florida
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31 reviews 31 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Wonderful museum, young and old alike will enjoy the exhibits in this museum. Highly recommend you visit.

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

This is a free attraction in Washington DC. Nice for a few hours out with kids.

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Knoxville, Tennessee
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

You will love all the out of this World exhibits! So many things to see and enough to thrill every interest.

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Derby , UK
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Working for Rolls Royce aero engines, this was a no brainer for us! there are full size aircraft and cockpits for you to view, as well as a history of flight and space travel. We geeked out at the fact some of RR's engines where there to see and liked the variety of dsplays

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Tromsø - Rovaniemi
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

One word; GO! Its free entrance and a lot to see! Can be crowdy in weekend, but just follow your own route. Some attractions you can walk into to get a better look. And with the great location, dont miss it.

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Spring, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

It was so amazing, the planes are suspended for the ceilings, and parked everywhere. So much History to take in, this was an excellent adventure for us.

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Chesapeake, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW via mobile

Though all the Smithsonian museums are popular, Air and Space usually feels the most crowded. Unlike many museums, there is no set path for walking through; instead, areas are set up for type and era of flight with aircraft on the ground and floating overhead. This setup can make the crowd feel more unruly with people wandering ever direction. Being... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

It was very big & had a lot of neat airplanes. Only con is you can only eat at McDonald's because that's all they have...other than that it's great! $15 to park and no admittance fee. The parking fee helps for the exhibits.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

You Can't miss with this visit. Some of the most awe inspiring exhibits you will never see anywhere else. Also has the most efficient McDonalds in the world.

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