- The list below includes 502 free or cheap things to do in or near Washington, D.C., including 119 different types of inexpensive activities like Monuments, History Museums, Art Museum and Bus Tours.
- From National Mall to Lincoln Memorial and Reflecting Pool, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Washington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Arlington, Silver Spring, Bethesda and Reston.
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Dog-friendly event with a brunch-like vibe features a wine garden and live entertainment, plus access to local food trucks
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Arlington Blvd. and Meade St., Arlington, VA 22211
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The focus of the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial is to commemorate the country's gratitude to the Marines and those who fought beside them in every conflict since 1775. The statue that composes the memorial with the Marines hoisting the American flag at Iwo Jima is famous across the globe.
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Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA 22201
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The Arlington National Cemetery houses the Women in Military Service for America Memorial. The site is meant to be a living memorial that honors past, present, and future servicewomen who serve in or with the United States Armed Forces in all conflicts, beginning with the American Revolution.
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The United States Air Force and its predecessor organizations are honored at the Air Force Memorial in Arlington. It is adjacent to the Arlington National Cemetery and overlooks the Pentagon to allow for guests to view parallels between the sites.
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As an expression of gratitude towards the Dutch people for their help during and after World War II, Netherlands Carillon was dedicated. The 49 bell carillon is a reminder of our friends and their service every time the bells sound.
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Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA 22211
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Sitting on what was originally a 1,100 acre plantation, Arlington House - The Robert E. Lee Memorial served as the Confederate general's home before the Civil War. The home has been fully restored to what it would have been when Lee lived in it.
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Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA 22211
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Within the Arlington National Cemetery is the Tomb of the Unknowns that is also sometimes called the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The Tomb sarcophagus is placed over the grave of an unknown soldier from World War I and serves as a memorial for all deceased unknown soldiers.
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As a popular biking trail, Custis Trail provides visitors with a scenic path that weaves through a wooded area. The trail follows Route 66, with local commuters often riding it.
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Entrance at Arlington Memorial Bridge, Arlington, VA 22211
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Veteran soldiers who have served in every war from the American Revolution to the most recent conflicts are buried in the massive Arlington National Cemetery. More than 260,000 individuals are in this military cemetery, including John F. Kennedy.
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Guests to Gravelly Point Park are able to have great views for planespotting as planes from the Reagan Airport take off and land over the park area. There are also park-related activities like picnicking, biking, and running.
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There were 184 federal employees, military personnel, civilians, and flight crew members who were killed during the Pentagon attack on September 11, 2001, and the Pentagon Memorial is a way to preserve the memories of those lost. The largescale memorial statue is in the shadow of the Pentagon itself.