Beaches

Some of the beaches in or near Washington D.C. where you can enjoy the Sun, surf, and sand are Assateague Island, Bethany Beach, Cape May, and Virginia Beach. The Bethany Beach is a quiet, secluded beach, which offers a quiet relaxation spot to the visitors. In keeping with the modern times, some modern amenities such as salt water taffy and chic shops have come up, but the beach still retains its old private community flavor. For those families and couples who are looking for beach fun away from the madding crowds, this is the ideal location. The pure and pristine white sand of the beach stretches from the Delaware Seashore State Park to the Fenwick Island.

 

Tourist Attractions
Some of the most popular tourist attractions of Washington D.C. are National Zoological Park, US Capitol, Ford's Theater, and Thomas Jefferson Memorial. Thousands of tourists who visit Washington D.C., make it a point to catch a glimpse of the US Capitol, which is the place where the legislative branches of the most powerful country in the world - the Senate and the House of Representatives, meet to debate on policies that influence the entire world. Public tours are held in the east side of the Capitol. In these tours are included visits to the Rotunda and other chambers. Visitors also get a chance to view the Senate and the House from the visitors' galleries when Congress is in session. Guests can have lunch at the Senate Refectory.

 

Museums
Washington D.C. has an important place in the history of the United States because it is the seat of the US federal government. There are many museums in Washington D.C. which give a reflection of the rich cultural and nationalistic heritage of the city. Some of the famous museums of Washington D.C. are National Air and Space Museum, United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, National World War II Memorial, and International Spy Museum. United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is at once disturbing and awe-inspiring. At the start of the tour, each visitor is given the identity card of a Holocaust victim that matches the visitor's age and gender. There is an extensive audio-visual display that includes interviews, films, and photographs. The Hall of Remembrance provides a space where visitors can reflect on the devastation and destruction caused by the Holocaust. The tour of this museum is a profoundly moving experience and is certain to inspire awe and sadness in the heart of the visitor.

 

Amusement Parks
Some of the famous amusement parks of Washington D.C. offering thrills galore to the visitors are Hershey Park, Six Flags America, Busch Gardens, and Jolly Roger Amusement.

 

Outdoor Activities
There are plenty of outdoor activities that you can take part in Washington D.C. You can enjoy winter sports, water sports, fishing, hiking and climbing, and golf. For instance, if the urge to play golf strikes you while you are visiting Washington D.C., you can do so at Anacostia Park, Cameron Run Regional Park, and Columbia Country Club. The Anacostia Park is a 1,200-acre park where visitors can enjoy a variety of outdoor sports like tennis, basketball, roller-skating, an indoor pool, and ice-skating. Besides these, the park has a recreation center, hiking trails, fishing, and boating.