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Beer gardenPhoto of Wunder Garten — Beer gardenvia Google Maps

Wunder Garten

Beer garden featuring picnic tables, fire pits & lawn games in an easygoing environment.

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ParkPhoto of World War II Memorial — Park

World War II Memorial

Iconic outdoor memorial honoring the 16 million Americans who served during World War II.

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ParkPhoto of Georgetown Waterfront Park — Park

Georgetown Waterfront Park

Tranquil grassy area featuring a promenade for walking & biking, plus scenic views & overlooks.

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ParkPhoto of Lincoln Park — Parkvia Google Maps

Lincoln Park

Open public green space with statues of Abraham Lincoln & civil rights activist Mary McLeod Bethune.

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Botanical GardenPhoto of United States Botanic Garden — Botanical Garden

United States Botanic Garden

Sprawling grounds featuring exotic flora plus conservatory, rare plants gallery & butterfly garden.

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ParkPhoto of East Potomac Park — Park

East Potomac Park

Storied, 395-acre park with a golf course, fishing & picnic areas, plus tennis courts & ball fields.

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ParkPhoto of Korean War Veterans Memorial — Park

Korean War Veterans Memorial

Outdoor memorial commemorating people who served in the Korean War through lifelike statues & more.

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ParkPhoto of Farragut Square — Park

Farragut Square

Compact park named for a Union admiral featuring lawns & benches, as well as daytime crowds.

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ParkPhoto of Constitution Gardens — ParkOur original photo

Constitution Gardens

Compact garden featuring a variety of relaxing spots, as well as a pond & island.

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GardenPhoto of Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens — Garden

Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens

Tranquil preserve with short trails including a boardwalk through a pond & marsh, plus picnic spots.

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ParkPhoto of The Yards Park — ParkOur original photo

The Yards Park

Sizable park with a waterfall, performance venue & open grassy areas, plus a riverfront boardwalk.

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Farmers' MarketPhoto of Eastern Market — Farmers' Market

Eastern Market

Bustling marketplace since 1873 featuring a variety of produce, handmade crafts & prepared foods.

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ParkPhoto of Lafayette Square — Park

Lafayette Square

This storied park with large statues set north of the White House is a National Historic Landmark.

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Botanical GardenPhoto of U.S. National Arboretum — Botanical Garden

U.S. National Arboretum

Free to visitors, this outdoor space boasts trees, shrubs, & plants, plus a picnic area & museum.

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ParkPhoto of Anacostia Park — ParkOur original photo

Anacostia Park

Waterside park offering trails, a roller-skating rink, picnic sites, golf, fishing & sports areas.

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ParkPhoto of Rock Creek Park — Park

Rock Creek Park

Urban oasis with hiking trails, tennis & golf, plus ranger-led wildlife programs.

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ParkPhoto of Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial — Park

Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

Memorial pays tribute to slain civil rights leader near where he delivered "I Have a Dream" speech.

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ParkPhoto of US Capitol Grounds — Park

US Capitol Grounds

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ParkPhoto of National Mall — ParkOur original photo

National Mall

Washington Monument plus memorials to Lincoln, MLK, FDR, WWII & Vietnam vets along a grassy mall.

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ParkPhoto of Meridian Hill Park — ParkOur original photo

Meridian Hill Park

Leafy city park offering a cascading fountain, statues & a tradition of Sunday drum circles.

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