Tourist Attractions
Lincoln Memorial »
Majestically situated at the west end of Washington’s National Mall, the massive monument to America’s 16 th president is one of the most revered sites in the nation’s capital, and built for the most revered president in U.S. history. Built to resemble a Greek temple, the Beaux-Arts styled structure is... more »
The White House »
The White House is one of the most recognisable buildings in the world. The neoclassical mansion was built between 1792 and 1800 and acts as both home to the president and the first family as well as being a treasured national museum. The mansion is filled with important paintings, historical... more »
National Air and Space Museum »
The National Mall in Washington is lined with many enjoyable museums and galleries, but one of the most popular is the National Air and Space Museum. Established in 1946, the current museum building was opened in 1976. This larger site was able to bring together the vast collection of air... more »
U.S. Capitol Building »
From its elevated perch atop Capitol Hill, the towering dome of the U.S. Capitol building is the most visible structure in a city filled with landmarks. Not only is the capitol the centre of the legislative branch of government, but it is also the geographic epicentre of the city. Directly... more »
Ford's Theatre »
Ford’s Theatre is the site of one of the most tragic events in American history. President Abraham Lincoln and his wife Mary were attending a play at the theatre on the night of 14 April 1865 when an assassin snuck into the presidential box where the couple were seated, shooting... more »
Washington National Cathedral »
The National Cathedral in Washington is considered to be the nation’s spiritual home and the United States Congress designated it as the ‘National House of Prayer”. Open to peoples of all faiths, this beautiful place of worship is the sixth largest cathedral in the world and a wonderful example of... more »
