Head to the arty city of District of Columbia
Take a holiday to District of Columbia and enjoy the area's museums, monuments and art galleries. Renowned for its restaurants, shopping and parks, this city welcomes all visitors. White House and Walter E. Washington Convention Center are just a couple of the must-see attractions. Whether you're planning a family holiday, romantic stay or trip with friends, holiday rentals offer features like full kitchens and laundry facilities for a more convenient stay.
Activities and attractions in and around District of Columbia
Are you hoping to find top things to see and do in the area? Venture out of your holiday home and check out everything that District of Columbia has to offer. These are some of the major attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Washington Harbour (1.3 mi / 2.1 km)
- Smithsonian's National Zoo (1.7 mi / 2.7 km)
- TPC Potomac at Avenel Farms (10.6 mi / 17 km)
- Go Ape Treehouse Adventure Course (15.4 mi / 24.8 km)
- Water Mine Family Swimmin' Hole (15.7 mi / 25.2 km)
- Laurel Hill Golf Club (17.2 mi / 27.7 km)
Exploring the natural features in District of Columbia
Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to take in the scenery, District of Columbia is a great place to spend some time outside. These are some of the area's most stunning features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- McPherson Square (0.4 mi / 0.6 km)
- Lafayette Square (0.5 mi / 0.9 km)
- Meridian Hill Park (0.9 mi / 1.4 km)
- Ellipse (1 mi / 1.6 km)
- Georgetown Waterfront Park (1.4 mi / 2.3 km)
- Korean War Veterans Memorial (1.5 mi / 2.4 km)
Transport to and around District of Columbia
If you're travelling by train, the main station is Washington Union Station. You can see more of District of Columbia by catching a ride on the metro at Farragut North Station, Farragut West Station or McPherson Sq. Station.