Suggestions for Landmarks and Outdoors near Washington

Oleg Y. • May 14, 2016Beautiful place to get a rest. Lots of birds and flowers.

Santiago S • April 14, 2017Relaxing place, after appreciating Lincoln's sculpture is a great place to sit and enjoy the sunset or just to relax

Erik C. • July 30, 2012Such a beautiful dedication. the plaques of all the states surrounding the pond which was so serene and then waterfall with the stars that represent our fallen Heros so picturesque and also humbling

Ann O. • June 1, 2017One of the must see places in DC

Jana • September 7, 2021Take a walk around the tidal basin to this beautiful place. There is parking along the Potomac.

Black Family Reunions • March 27, 2016This is an incredible monument to visit as a family. It helps to make the legacy of MLK more real for the younger children in your family.

Paige C. • March 26, 2016Gorgeous! Come here for the peak blooms of the cherry blossom trees! It gets crowded, so try to come during the week and walk all the way around!

Parth A. • October 19, 2015Stunning view of the tidal basin. Good walk around the basin.

Chilly A. • April 11, 2013The walk is longer than it looks. Comfortable shoes a must!

Moris G. • August 16, 2018great and fresh sea food ! parking is a little bit of a problem

Mike B. • October 4, 2014Best time to view this monument is at dusk. Very powerful. 🇺🇸

Eric H. • April 26, 2014Great running trails with spectacular views of the historic monuments.

Mike D. • November 20, 2018Beautiful area to relax in the middle of the National Mall!

P J. • August 7, 2014One of DCs hidden gems. A great place to sit and relax in the middle of the busy mall

CJ W. • December 27, 2011Some of the best, most overlooked statues in DC. Check the detail on the horse-drawn artillery statues on the south end.

Ben F. • September 7, 2013Golf course, mini-golf, a restaurant, a pool, plenty of green space, breeze off the river and a very nice secluded loop to bike, jog or just relax.

M Squared Real Estate • August 15, 2011The park features many of Washington's famous cherry trees, has terrific views of the city and is a popular place for biking, running, fishing and picnicking.

Architect of the Capitol (AOC) • June 21, 2018Bartholdi Park was created in 1932 and named for Frederic Auguste Bartholdi, the sculptor of the historic fountain located at its center.

Kye S. • January 30, 2010Incredibly impressive. What makes it even more special, the vets who are there, love to talk about their experience. To hear history first hand like that is incredible.

Derek J. • November 16, 2014Great place to sit and read. A quiet respite in Southwest.

IWalked Audio Tours • May 27, 2013Per artist“Edge of the sculpture portrays a path of a star as it flows through the center of the sculpture’s ‘back hole’ into negative-space time & on again into positive space” Full history via<LINK>

Sheri C. • July 6, 2013It was great. Loved checking out the flowers most of all.

Rob • October 5, 2014Thanks to our wounded heroes.

Irish T. • January 25, 2012So quiet without the public around --- political connections are a must in DC.

Clark K. • August 29, 2010Don't forget the five elements pagoda across the Basin

Dani C. • September 20, 2020Beautiful memorial! Your supposed to start by the statue of him as a boy and work your way to the other end. Frankly either way is fine. Just see it all.

Joe M. • August 18, 2010Great bike route for transitioning between other Paths

Jessica N. • August 17, 2011Over 6,000 annuals are planted each spring and bloom until late fall. After blooming the flowers are removed & the beds are prepared for planting a display of tulips, which bloom the following spring.