Washington
is not only the capitol of the United States, it is also a
place to visit with so much to do you should plan to stay an
extra couple of days to fit in all Washington D.C.
offers. Nestled between Maryland and Virginia,
Washington D.C. has tons of attractions and activities close
by including: Six Flags, Busch Gardens, and Water Country
USA. There is also great historic attractions such as
the George Washington Mount, Arlington Cemetery, and the
Marine Corps Memorial. Spend some time browsing our site
and we are quite sure you will find some fun and exciting
attractions.
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Attractions &
Activities
Adelphi Mill - Built circa 1796. The principal structure is a 2-story stone grist mill on the Northwest branch; it is the oldest and largest in the
Washington area. Available for rental for small social and business functions.
Phone: (301) 918-8111
Arlington National Cemetery
- America's largest national burial ground with more than 600 acres of landscaped hills. Among the thousands of white
headstones are the graves of President John Kennedy, Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall, world champion boxer
Joe Louis and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Open daily 8 a.m.-5 p.m. (to 7 p.m. April-September). Free admission.
Choice of self-guided walking tour or paid shuttle tour (information available at the Visitors Center). Metro: Arlington
Cemetery. Phone: (703) 697-4967
Busch Gardens & Water Country USA
- An Anheuser Busch theme park with 17th century flair, boasts more than 40 thrilling rides, dazzling shows, quaint shops and
European cuisine. Open March-October. Group rates and meeting space available. Call for details.
Phone: (757) 253-3584
Clearwater Nature Center
- Clearwater Nature Center has something for nature lovers of all ages. Attractions include the very popular exhibit hall, which
features a view of life underground. Other highlights include a variety of live reptiles, birds of prey, an indoor turtle pond and
other surprises. Phone: (301) 297-4575
Cosca Regional Park
- Park facilities open 7:30 am to dusk year-round for all facilities except athletic fields. Park facilities include campsites, nature
center, picnic areas, playground, lake with boating and fishing, trails, year-round tennis courts and
ball fields. Phone: (301) 868-6636
Marine Corps Memorial
- One of the largest bronze statues ever cast, this 78-foot memorial commemorates all the marines who have died in battle
since 1775. Felis W. deWeldon created the monument from a famous photograph showing the flag being raised on Mount
Suribachi during World War II. Open 24 hours. Free. Phone: (703) 285-2601
George
Washington's Mount - George Washington's Mount Vernon: Estate and Gardens stretches over 500 open acres, featuring the Mansion,
Washington's Tomb, Slave Memorial, two museums, 12 outbuildings, gardens and the exciting new George Washington:
Pioneer Farm site, plus shopping, dining and MORE! Phone: (703) 780-2000
Paramount's
Kings Dominion - Movie theme park with more than 100 rides, shows and attractions. Open daily Memorial Day-Labor Day and weekends
April-May, September-October. Call for exact operating days and hours.
Admission: $27.95. Groups: $19.95. Phone: (804) 876-5000
Patuxent River Park
- Patuxent River Park's 6,000 acres of marsh, swamp and woodlands lie along the eastern boundary of Prince
George's County. The park's features and activities include boat ramps, fishing piers, hiking and horseback trails, camping , canoe and
kayak rentals, nature hikes, river ecology boat tours and natural history programs. Phone: (301) 627-6074
Pentagon
- The world's largest office building (3.7 million square feet). The 90-minute guided tour departs every half-hour (9:30
a.m.-3:30 p.m.) Monday-Friday (photo ID required). Closed weekends and all federal holidays. Free admission. Metro:
Pentagon. Phone: (703) 695-1776
Six Flags America
- A family theme park offering 100 rides, shows and attractions, including the NEW Typhoon Sea Coaster and four roller
coasters, including the NEW ROAR Wooden Coaster and the world famous MIND ERASER, plus a variety of
children's rides in the specially themed A Day at the Circus. Enjoy our 25-acre Paradise Island water park and Crocodile
Call's Outback Beach House, seven live shows, games, gift shops, restaurants and more! Open daily Memorial Day through Labor
Day and weekends only in May, September and October. Closed November through April. Admission: adults $24.99,
children 4-8 $18.99 plus tax. Call for group rates. Phone: (301) 249-1500
Washington
is not only the capitol of the United States, it is also a
place to visit with so much to do you should plan to stay an
extra couple of days to fit in all Washington D.C.
offers. Nestled between Maryland and Virginia,
Washington D.C. has tons of attractions and activities close
by including: Six Flags, Busch Gardens, and Water Country
USA. There is also great historic attractions such as
the George Washington Mount, Arlington Cemetery, and the
Marine Corps Memorial. Spend some time browsing our site
and we are quite sure you will find some fun and exciting
attractions.
