Kids in Washington

National Capitol Columns

Set amid the arboretum, these Corinthian columns were a part of the U.S. capitol from 1828–1958.

Anacostia Park

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

Dupont Circle

Historic district with a traffic circle, white marble fountain & 19th-century row houses & mansions.

Lincoln Park

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

Puttery

Roosevelt lsland Park

This island boasting miles of wooded trails is a living memorial to President Theodore Roosevelt.

The Ellipse

Open grassy area in President's Park, surrounded by an oval drive & site of celebrations & protests.

The Exorcist Steps

Amazonia

Natural-style Amazon rainforest & river habitats, home to turtles, monkeys & large arapaima fish.

Franklin Park

Broad tree-shaded park, site of the first wireless message, with a statue of Commodore John Barry.

Fort Dupont Park

This urban greenspace with 10 miles of hiking trails hosts many concerts & educational programs.

Insomnia Escape Room DC

Lady Bird Johnson Park

Part of the George Washington Memorial Parkway, this park on Columbia Island has trails & memorials.

The Yards

Landscaped green space with dancing fountains, a swimming pool & grassy areas for picnicking.

US Navy Memorial Plaza

Massive outdoor memorial pays tribute to Americans serving at sea, including the Navy & Coast Guard.

Washington Canal Park

Once a bus parking lot, this modern park now has interactive fountains, landscaping & a restaurant.

National Christmas Tree

Living evergreen tree illuminated for the Christmas holidays, honoring a tradition dating to 1923.

West Potomac Park

Greenspace that is home to iconic landmarks, including the Lincoln Memorial & Washington Monument.

Farragut Square

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

Swingers Dupont Circle