Lake Barcroft Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
White House
Explore the home and workplace of the president of the United States. See entertainment areas and state rooms and learn about the history of this famous building.
National Mall
Washington’s famous strip is teeming with American history in each and every monument and museum that you’ll see.
Smithsonian Institution
You can study the exhibits at Smithsonian Institution, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments.
United States Capitol
Sitting on top of Capitol Hill is a Washington landmark that’s been the home of American democracy for more than 200 years.
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's great live music and notable monuments.
University of Maryland, College Park
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Maryland, College Park during your travels in College Park. Experience the area's great live music and fascinating museums.
Activities
Spirit of Washington D.C. Signature Lunch Cruise
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
DC Monuments with River Cruise, Cherry Blossoms, Entry Tickets
FBI vs. Bank Robbers Quest Experience in Washington DC Quest
African American Heritage Tour of Washington DC/Free tickets NMAAC
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Other neighbourhoods around Lake Barcroft
Pentagon City
If you're spending time in Pentagon City, you might enjoy attractions like Fashion Center at Pentagon City and Pentagon Row. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Pentagon City Station to see more of the city.
Rosslyn
The ample dining options and prominent monuments are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Freedom Park or Dark Star Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Rosslyn Station to get around town.
Crystal City
If you're looking to experience the neighbourhood, Crystal City is well-known for its popular shops. Explore top sights in the area like Synetic Theater and get around town on the metro at Crystal City Station.
Georgetown
Georgetown is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Georgetown Waterfront Park or Washington Harbour.
Foggy Bottom
Important monuments a university vibe and top sights from Potomac River to Chesapeake and Ohio Canal – discover Foggy Bottom, a destination also famous for its historic sites.
Old Town Alexandria
Take time in Old Town Alexandria to visit attractions like Market Square and Alexandria City Hall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at King Street Station to see more of the city.
- White House
- National Mall
- United States Capitol
- MGM National Harbor Casino
- Arlington National Cemetery
- Georgetown University
- Washington Monument
- Smithsonian's National Zoo
- Lincoln Memorial
- National Air and Space Museum
- George Washington's Mount Vernon
- National Museum of Natural History
- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center