As the capital and flagship city of the USA, Washington DC offers more to see and do than practically any other city you could visit. From the fantastic museums and monuments through to the small private art galleries and shops, Washington attractions offer something for practically anyone to enjoy.

Perhaps the top visitor attraction for any visitor to Washington DC is the iconic White House. This building, which is the home of the American President, is a comparatively small building, but in the context of the power and grandeur surrounding it you will find that it is extremely impressive.

The main monuments of the city are located around the Mall. This large area dominated by the huge Washington Memorial is a beautifully manicured area of the city with plenty of impressive structures to see. The Lincoln Memorial is a particularly beautiful building that holds a very important place in the hearts of Americans.

Amongst the other sights that you should pack into your visit to the city, the Smithsonian Institute is probably the most impressive thing that you will visit. With a number of different museums to see including natural history, ethnographic and national history, along with all the technology exhibits such as the items from the space program.

One of Washington’s most famous attractions is the Arlington Cemetery. This large garden cemetery on the banks of the Potomac River has become the resting place of many of the greatest heroes of the nation, and to walk through its peaceful avenues and read the inscriptions and explore the bravery of hose who have laid down their lives for the nation is a truly inspiring way of spending a few hours away from the busier attractions.

If you have the time to shop in Washington, you are in for a treat. The city has every kind of shop that you could want to explore, from thrift stores through to luxury boutiques, and from market stalls through to department stores, you will be able to find exactly what you want and enjoy the stunning bargains that are on offer as a result.