Established in 1927 by an Act of the United States Congress, this national treasure contains 446 acres of fabulous flora and fauna and is especially known for its Asian, azalea and conifer collections.
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#10 of 280 attractions in Washington DC
Attraction type: Hiking trail; Jogging path/track; Garden; Nature reserve; Other
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- 21 Nov 2009 "Well worth the visit"
- 24 Jun 2009 "Off the beaten path, worth the effort"
- 2 May 2009 "Wander Through the Azeleas"
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#21 of 280 attractions in Washington DC
Open area of gardens, fountains, trees and monuments stretching nearly two miles between the Capitol and the Lincoln Memorial.
Attraction type: Town centre/square/plaza; Park; Scenic/historic walking area
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- 18 Nov 2009 "Welcome!"
- 30 Oct 2009 "National Mall, Great!"
- 8 Oct 2009 "A wonderful place for the family!"
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#23 of 280 attractions in Washington DC
Former home of Post cereal heir Marjorie Merriweather Post houses the largest collection of Russian imperial art outside of Russia.
Attraction type: Art gallery; Historic home; Other; Garden
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- 25 Oct 2009 "Loved the Japanese Garden"
- 20 Jul 2009 "Beautiful gardens"
- 24 Jun 2009 "Wonderful collection of fine art"
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#27 of 280 attractions in Washington DC
A truly green spectacle, with a jungle, a National Garden with a First Ladies water garden, a rose garden and exhibits on ecology and evolutionary biology.
Attraction type: Garden; Fountain
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- 3 Oct 2009 "A total surprise. A hidden gem."
- 30 May 2009 "Take a needed break"
- 6 Apr 2009 "Great Place to Take a Break from Musuems and Monuments"
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#37 of 280 attractions in Washington DC
Part of the Smithsonian Institution, the Hirshorn Museum features an exciting collection of 20th-century art and its companion scultpture garden is not to be missed.
Attraction type: Art gallery; Garden
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- 15 Oct 2009 "Abstract art to the max"
- 27 Jul 2009 "I love the hirshhorn but it was almost completely closed due to renovations"
- 5 Dec 2008 "This museum helped me appreciate modern art."
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#46 of 280 attractions in Washington DC
Attraction type: Island; Park
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- 2 Jun 2008 "The Perfect Presidential Memorial"
- 1 Jul 2007 "Great for locals...and tourists!"
- 27 May 2007 "The "beach" on the North Eastern tip of the island"
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#49 of 280 attractions in Washington DC
Attraction type: Garden; Other
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- 8 Dec 2009 "Cherry Blossoms - great, and great from water too..."
- 6 Nov 2009 "Cherry blossom in Washington DC, a must-see"
- 5 Nov 2009 "Cherry Blossoms"
Not just a park in the city, but a kind of leisurely museum, with a scattering of Civil War forts, a cemetery and a 19th-century mill within its bounds.
Attraction type: Park; Military museum; Maritime museum
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This garden displays elaborate geometric designs.
Attraction type: Garden
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#129 of 280 attractions in Washington DC
Attraction type: Park
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- 12 Jun 2005 "nice nice nice"
Home of the founder and the first headquarters of the National Council of Negro Women.
Attraction type: Historic home; National park; Other
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#214 of 280 attractions in Washington DC
Attraction type: Park
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- 4 Aug 2009 "Constitution Gardens"
- 13 Jul 2009 "Poorly maintained or just kinda yucky"
- 13 Sep 2006 "I Expected Little and I got Less...."
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#217 of 280 attractions in Washington DC
A museum and research center for Pre-Columbian and Byzantine art.
Attraction type: Art gallery; Garden; History museum; Historic site; Other
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- 2 Jun 2009 "The place is a mess"
- 18 Mar 2007 "Hidden Happiness"
- 5 Apr 2006 "Blossoms Everywhere at Dumbarton Oaks!"
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#219 of 280 attractions in Washington DC
Attraction type: Park
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- 4 Jan 2009 "Ok but used to be better"
- 27 Dec 2007 "Tucked Away Park"
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#224 of 280 attractions in Washington DC
Attraction type: Park
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- 8 Jul 2009 "Disappointing trip!"
- 1 Nov 2007 "What a wonderful experience!"
A park which surrounds the Tidal Basin and includes the Vietnam, Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials.
Attraction type: Urban park
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