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Free things to do in Washington DC
No-spend weekends in Washington DC — free museums, parks, markets and walks that don't cost a dollar.
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Top spots in Washington DC
Rock Creek Park
OutdoorsNorthwest
1,754-acre forest in the middle of the city — trails, horse stables, planetarium.
Georgetown Waterfront
OutdoorsGeorgetown
Cobblestone streets, Potomac kayaks and the C&O Canal towpath.
National Gallery of Art
CultureMall
Vermeer, Rothko, and a sculpture garden with a winter ice rink. Free.
The National Mall
CultureDowntown
Two miles of memorials and free Smithsonian museums on both sides.
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- Standouts right now: The National Mall, National Gallery of Art, Rock Creek Park. The shortlist is curated by people who live in Washington DC and refreshed regularly so it reflects what's actually open and worth your time.
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