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National Mall

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Northwest Washington, Washington

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National Mall

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Ranked #9 for scenic views in Washington
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"Great spot for kickball!"(5 Tips)
"... Memorial and the Washington Monument - It's the Declaration of Independence..."(6 Tips)
"Beautiful views, many museums to visit as you make your way"(16 Tips)
"One of my fav DC things to do - walk, bike or run along the mall."(8 Tips)

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Melanie DaouineApril 29, 2016
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Charles EdgeJanuary 14, 2012
Park on the street and go for one of the best strolls in the country. Don't leave your car on the street too late though, or you'll end up gettin' towed!
Stephen PangJune 9, 2013
Lots of food trucks for your lunch...but quality and prices vary. Have something to sit on for the grassy lawn.
HarjitApril 30, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Definitely a very public venue. Lots of people walking, jogging, playing, sunbathing, relaxing, and taking photos.
CAREDecember 15, 2011
Throw us a bone! Take the Students Rebuild challenge and make a bone to represent lives lost in Somalia and the Congo, and it'll be displayed on the National Mall! Read more
Dirk BeckelJuly 22, 2017
Use a bike to explore the area. It is huge.
Benjamin DoyleJune 10, 2015
big open area, lots of food trucks on the avenues in the summer. avoid "Wasub?!" as they are wicked slow
Soneeka AroraJuly 9, 2014
Just love the walk here...surrounded by picturesqu monuments... great for picture taking or sketching.
Steven AndrophyFebruary 8, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Tourists, kites, protestors, dead grass. Oh, and some monuments, memorials, and museums too.
allisonAugust 10, 2015
Monuments galore! They are amazing to see during both the day and at night.
Jeremy WilcoxAugust 29, 2014
Try to hit every museum and monument and memorial around the mall in one day... Best exercise you'll get all week!
Ahmed BasmairJanuary 21, 2018
History is here. Great for family trip. Near to 🚊
Umman KhawajaMay 5, 2013
Best place to park, by the botanical gardens near the Capitol. Always find a spot and it's free on weekends.
Richard EfthimOctober 28, 2014
They currently have much of the Mall fenced of for renovation. If got are visiting Smithsonian museums you might have a two to three block detour. Plan accordingly
Close GitmoJanuary 11, 2012
Jan 11(right now!): the National Day of Action Against Guantanamo & the NDAA! Join us at 1130 in Lafayette Square across from the White House. The program and march will run from Noon-2:30pm EST
Brett GarwoodJuly 11, 2015
Jog, sit, read, relax. Many great spots and views for all those things.
Joy VJune 11, 2016
Washington Monument plus memorials to Lincoln, MLK, FDR, WWII & Vietnam vets along a grassy mall.
Anthony MaioranaMarch 19, 2013
Try to listen to older French music like Edith Piaf and imagine what L'Enfant was trying to accomplish with his design of the city.
Ankush SaxenaFebruary 15, 2013
Location of many marathons and picnics, this area is a great sight to see all the monuments in close vicinity
Maggie MacGNovember 22, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Great place to take a stroll in our nation's capital.
Soundtrack For a RevolutionFebruary 8, 2012
Historic area where the political rally for African American civil rights occurred, in which Martin Luther King, Jr. gave his famous "I Have a Dream" speech. Join the Revolution! http://ow.ly/8sS8E Read more
Amy CummingsSeptember 3, 2017
Been here 5+ times
Throw on some tennis shoes and walk from the Capitol to Lincoln.
Greg ZambranoJuly 9, 2016
Beautiful place, with many opportunities to learn about U.S. history and culture.
Elizabeth JacksonJanuary 21, 2013
What a important piece of history I'm experiencing here; great friends and wonderful Americans! Four More Years!!!
Kris TerryOctober 23, 2016
Very good people watching Watch for ignorant teenagers
Teresa MaldonadoMay 12, 2017
This is a beautiful park!
Byron WilkesJanuary 16, 2016
There used to be buffalo roaming on the national mall, but the herd grew too large and this is how the zoo was founded.
JesseAugust 8, 2018
Great place for photos!
Mandar ShidhoreSeptember 7, 2013
Excellent views around, specially if one is ready to walk his/her feet off. Worth a experience.
christina cookSeptember 19, 2018
Only bring your memory maker and Family. Leave all drama at home or you will miss so much.
JoAnn McCulloughAugust 13, 2010
Best place on the whole Mall is between the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and the Washington Monument - It's the Declaration of Independence Signers Memorial. It's a nice place to walk around..
Lucie MelahnNovember 7, 2011
Street parking is free on weekends. Arrive early to get a spot on the Mall. Plenty of spaces on C or D as well.
BikaboutJanuary 28, 2017
The National Mall is a euphoric night riding experience. Travel guide - www.bikabout.com/washington-dc
Bob GossenbergerAugust 5, 2018
All the tourist spots ... love DC!
Jared SOctober 5, 2011
Bike the entire mall at night for a pleasant view of all the sights. Saves time and less crowds at night.
Liam FMarch 24, 2015
Yes yes yes!! Go if you get the chance!
Maria Fernández ManteigaSeptember 19, 2014
Air and space, American Indian and holocaust museums...
Easy Figure InternationalJanuary 21, 2013
Watching the Presidential Inauguration from Italy! Greetings to all Americans across the globe!
David WeathersbyOctober 16, 2016
Amazing amount of history at this location.
USA TODAYNovember 22, 2010
A 1.5-mile stroll spans 200 years of human rights struggles, starting with Thomas Jefferson and ending with King's 'I Have a Dream' speech at the Lincoln Memorial" on Aug. 28, 1963. Read more
Intan SPJuly 23, 2011
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Fare BuzzOctober 10, 2011
The best place to start your journey, as the National Mall is home to many historical monuments.
DMJuly 25, 2015
Amazing view on old magnificent City.
Mitchell CurrinDecember 1, 2014
Bring comfortable shoes, because there is so much to see.
D WalkerJuly 29, 2013
Bring a pedometer! It is a lot of walking but absolutely worth every step.
LeslieNovember 7, 2011
One of my fav DC things to do - walk, bike or run along the mall. Read more
Nawan GyaltsenAugust 29, 2015
Awesome historic and iconic place!
eric bornemannSeptember 2, 2020
If you like famous buildings and monuments... I’ve got a place for you.
DV Green🌀January 21, 2013
The National Mall receives approximately 24 million visitors each year.
Jen KMarch 23, 2013
Check out the Schwarma truck nearby. Solid choice. Few benches - grab the closest one you see.

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