Washington, D.C., area is one of the greatest places in the nation to visit. There are so many things to do and see, and we can barely fit them all in a single article!  But first, let's take a look at the five things you should know when you intend to go out there.

National Gallery of Art

The National Gallery of Art (NGA) in Washington, D.C., is a world-renowned art museum home to over 300,000 works of art, displayed in its 6.3-acre (2.5 ha) permanent collection. Established in 1824, the NGA is the world's oldest art museum and the largest museum in the country.

United States Capitol and Capitol Hill

The United States Capitol and Capitol Hill are two of the most well-known sights in Washington, D.C., and they’re famous for different reasons. The Capitol, consisting of the House of Representatives and the Senate, is where Congress sits, as well as the President of the United States. Capitol Hill is made up of the White House, the Supreme Court, the US Capitol Building, state capitol buildings, the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, World War II Memorial (including the Korean War Veterans Memorial), and the Vietnam War Veterans Memorial.

National Museum of Natural History

The National Museum of Natural History is the largest museum in the world dedicated solely to the history and exploration of our planet's natural world. It is located in the United States capital, Washington, D.C., and is the oldest museum in the District of Columbia. The museum was founded in 1905 and is housed in a neoclassical building designed by the architect Lorenzo L. 'Lello' Bell. The Museum is a research institution, as well as a place of education and inspiration. It has 100 million items in its collections and had 2.5 million visitors in 2017.

Jefferson Memorial and Tidal Basin

The Jefferson Memorial, dedicated to the life and times of Thomas Jefferson, is the star attraction in an area of the National Mall that few people ever see. The area is defined by the Tidal Basin, a low-lying landscaped body of water surrounded by the National Mall, Washington Monument, and the Lincoln Memorial. The over seven-hundred-foot-tall Washington Monument stands like a beacon in the middle of the city. The monument commemorates the memory of our nation's third President, Thomas Jefferson. Only a few steps away is the Tidal Basin. This area was once the center of Washington, D.C., when the city was first established. Today, the Tidal Basin is a quiet place to relax, walk, and enjoy the water and views.

The Washington Monument

The Washington Monument by Robert Mills is the tallest monument in the United States. It used to be called the Monument of Democracy, but the name was changed to avoid confusion with the monument dedicated to the memory of the assassinated President Abraham Lincoln. The monument is located at the eastern end of the National Mall in downtown Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C. (aka, the District of Columbia) is home to a fantastic amount of history and monuments. It's a beautiful city that is full of culture and beauty. You have to see the White House, the Smithsonian Museum, and the Lincoln Memorial when you visit. If you're visiting this city, the best way to save money is to avoid the tourist traps! Washington, D.C. has long been a popular destination for travelers all over the world. It is not only the capital of the United States, but it is also the most visited city in the world. With a massive collection of historic buildings, museums, monuments, parks, and monuments, it's no wonder that tourists flock to this remarkable city. So, how about you would do you think of visiting Washington, D.C.?