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100 Free Things

Where Endless Experiences Await- FREE of charge!

Family-Friendly

Visit the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
Experience the Lincoln Memorial
Fly with the stars at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center
Watch planes take off and land at Gravelly Point
Meet wildlife at the Smithsonian's National Zoo
Witness the power of language at Planet Word
Go window Shopping at Eastern Market

Outdoor Activities

Explore Rock Creek Park
Walk along the Potomac River in Georgetown
Stroll down the Anacostia Riverwalk Trail
Picnic at Meridian Hill Park
Discover modern art outdoors across the city
Visit Roosevelt Island
Head to the Watergate Steps, the shooting location of The Exorcist (1973)
Soak in the beauty of the U.S. National Arboretum
Catch fresh air at Kenilworth Park & Gardens

Smithsonian Museums

National Museum of Natural History
National Air & Space Museum
National Museum of American History
National Museum of African American History and Culture
Smithsonian Institution Building (The Castle)
National Museum of the American Indian
National Postal Museum
Anacostia Community Museum
National Portrait Gallery
National Museum of African Art
Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden
National Museum of Asian Art
American Art Museum and Renwick Gallery

Arts & Culture

Explore modern and classic works at the National Gallery of Art
Post at the Blind Whino (aka Culture House)
Attend an author reading or book signing at Politics & Prose
Join a mural tour of the NoMa neighborhood
Walk through jazz history on U Street NW

Events

Witness July 4^th fireworks from top landmarks
Soak in breathtaking views of the Tidal Basin during cherry blossom season
Become a part of the Capital Pride parade
Traverse around the world with ‘Passport DC’
Taste free samples at the Giant Barbeque Battle

Popular Landmarks

Tour the National Mall and surrounding areas
Visit the largest library in the world, the Library of Congress
Marvel at the National Capitol Columns
Observe the nation’s historic documents inside the National Archives
Unveil the latest decorations on Palmer Alley
Stroll through the restaurants, music venues, and local retailers at the Wharf
Indulge in retail therapy at city’s top shops in Georgetown
Explore the world-class parks, river activities, and sports venues of Capital Riverfront

Off-beat Experiences

Take Insta-worthy shots at DC’s many street murals
Savor a delicious meal and enjoy cocktails at DC’s endless rooftop restaurants & bars
Explore one of DC’s oldest and liveliest marketplaces at Eastern Market
Climb the iconic ‘Exorcist steps’ where the 1973 horror film ‘The Exorcist’ was shot

Theatre & Performing Arts

Watch a free show at the John F. Kennedy Center
Call out free live jazz at the National Gallery of Art’s Sculpture Garden in the summer
Enjoy local music at Fort Reno Park
Witness special exhibitions at the Folger Theatre
Enjoy performances at Saturday Morning Live
Check out the signatures in front of the Warner Theatre on the Warner Walk of Fame

History & Heritage

Pay tribute to soldiers at the National World War II Memorial
See the Changing of the Guard ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery
Take a self-guided tour of the Historic Congressional Cemetery
Walk through the Korean War Veterans Memorial
Visit the Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Discover history through three exhibitions at DC History Center