Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Ashburn

"There are many great views of the Lincoln Memorial and you really can’t go wrong with any of them. There’s nothing like sitting with the columns of this Memorial during a sunset or sunrise. If you’re at the memorial I recommend walking around back to the west side to photograph the columns with no tourists in sight."

"After the tourists have gone for the day, couples linger beside the columns of this famous memorial for a picturesque view of the sun setting over Arlington across the Potomac River. This serene and lovely setting is often chosen as a place for a public proposal."

"This famous memorial is significantly all the more stunning by night. It doesn’t get any more romantic than sitting on the upper steps at moonlight. Lincoln Memorial pic:flickr,forglory"

"Closed for three years to add security and fix a troublesome elevator — important in a 555-foot obelisk!. — the Washington Monument reopened Sept. 19 to tourists no doubt frustrated to come to the National Mall and find one of its most iconic attractions off-limits. The monument was built to honor George Washington in two phases: by private citizens from 1848 to 1854 and taken over by public fundsfrom 1876 to 1884 after a joint resolution by Congress."

"The Washington Monument is yet another famous city landmark that resides along the National Mall and was built to commemorate the first President of the United States; George Washington.Standing proudly at a towering 555-feet high, the Washington Monument was once the tallest structure in the world, and despite no longer holding that title, it’s still one of the most famous and most important structures in DC.Take the..."

"Standing 555 feet high and anchoring one end of the National Mall, the Washington Monument is especially beautiful at sunset or sunrise (there are fewer crowds as well). The base of the monument is ringed by 50 American flags (one for each state)."

"Now that the US Capitol is scaffolding free it’s primed for taking photos. There are plenty of views of the Capitol around the city but if you want a more iconic view head to the east side of the building. On the east side of the Capitol there are huge glass panels that are great for getting reflections of the dome in."

"Take a tour of the U.S. Capitol Building and see the Hall of Columns, the rotunda, and the old Supreme Court chambers. From the visitors’ gallery, you can watch bills being debated, votes being counted, and speeches being given. Tours of the Capitol are free; however, tour passes are required."

"The US Capitol is home of the United States Congress and one of the most important and recognisable buildings in the world. You simply cannot come to Washington DC and not get a photo of this building. View this post on Instagram"

"The Library of Congress is one of the largest libraries in the world and full of classic DC architecture. The main reading room is one of the great sights to see in the library. You can view the reading room from a balcony on most days, plus on Columbus & Presidents’ Day you can enter the floor of the main reading room."

"As the world’s largest library, the Library of Congress is as iconic as it is immense. It houses over 164 million items on approximately 838 miles of bookshelves, with its oldest literature dating to 2040 B.C. Established in April 1800, the library’s main reading room one of the most beautiful interiors in the city."

"The world's largest library – with 164 million books, manuscripts, maps, photos, films and other items – awes in both scope and design. The centerpiece is the 1897 Jefferson Building. Gawk at the Great Hall, done..."

"One of the most famous buildings in the whole of America, the White House is home to the President of the United States and has been a famous DC landmark for hundreds of years.You can take a free tour of the public rooms inside the White House, but the effort to do so is quite an extensive process; you’ll have to contact a local congress representative and then you’ll be put on a list to schedule a visit.Instead,..."

"Located at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, the White House is the residence and workplace of the president of the United States. Construction on the building was completed in 1800, and every U.S. president has lived there since. Prebooking is a requirement for White House tours, and visitors can get a decent view of the building’s exterior from Pennsylvania Avenue."

"Every U.S president except George Washington has resided at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave, otherwise known as The White House. To see the inside, you'll need to arrange a tour through your Congressional office or embassy months in advance, but everyone can see this iconic white manse and snap a picture from behind the fence outside."

"Memorial is located next to the National Mall in Washington DC. It covers a total of 4 acres in land area that honors the Civil Rights Movement leader Martin Luther King. The main feature of the memorial is a granite statue of MLK himself. The memorial was opened to the public in 2011 after two decades of planning and construction."

"Located on the northwest corner of the Tidal Basin, this striking memorial features the Stone of Hope which is a 30-foot-high granite statue of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The statue sits past two other pieces of granite that are meant to symbolize the Mountain of Despair from King’s famous speech."

"National Memorial, in tribute to the celebrated Civil Rights leader, is now open on the banks of the Tidal Basin opposite the Jefferson Memorial."

"St. John’s opened its doors in 1816 and every person who has held the office of president since James Madison has attended at least one service there. St. John’s Episcopal Church, Lafayette Square was not the first house of worship in D.C., but it is the one most closely associated with the presidency. It is just one block away from the White House, at the corner of 16th Street and H Street NW."

"Tucked away in a 38-acre wooded area of footpaths, streams formed by the nearby Potomac and lush greenery, is this little oasis perfect for some outdoor communing with friends or family. There’s a lot to take in here with the surrounding log cabins, the winding Potomac River Trail, and there’s even a blacksmith shop with a working forge. The park provides interpretive environmental education programs for all ages and for a wide variety of audiences including small groups."

"Military RoadLength: 1.4 milesDifficulty: Moderate to difficultBikeable: NoTrail Map:ViewDescription: To the east of Military road, this trail features a forested area and rocky stream that runs down to the Potomac River and Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail. There are several areas where you will have to cross the stream. On the west side of Military road, you will find hilly, wooded trails around Gulf Branch Nature Center."

"Nature Centers provide kids with lots of hands-on opportunities to explore our environment. From Rock Creek Park to Montgomery County, MD, to Arlington, VA, year-round naturalist guided programs will give you insight into the natural habitat of the Washington, D.C."

"If you get lucky and you visit on a Sunday, see if there are any special guided tours at Ford’s Theater. If not, you can also see about taking in a show at this legendary theater, the place where Abraham Lincoln was assassinated. I would also highly recommend getting tickets in advance for a Ranger Talk at the site, which are available from 9:30 to 4:00 pm at select times. Advance tickets are required for busy times and plan to arrive about 10 minutes prior to your tour time."

"This venue at 551 10th street had been open for less than two years when it was the scene of Abraham Lincoln’s assassination by actor John Wilkes Booth on April 14, 1865. Lincoln had been attending a production of Our American Cousin when he was shot in the head in the presidential box by Booth at close range. He was then lifted across the street to the Petersen House, also now part of the Ford’s Theatre National Historic Site, where he died the following morning."

"One of the most popular leaders and 16th U.S President Abraham Lincoln got a place at Ford’s Theatre. The museum portraits his final few hours and recreates the American Civil War with artifacts of the past. You will get a chance to learn about his assassination, conspiracy, and investigation details via stories, theater shows, and digital resources on the virtual video tour."

"Imagination Stage, located in Bethesda, Maryland, offers year-round productions of modern and classic plays and classes in drama, acting, dance musical theatre, and filmmaking for children of all ages.The organization also offers summer theatre camps that give campers the opportunity to take part in a full production of a musical or play. Continue to 13 of 15 below."