National Gallery of Art - Sculpture Garden is one of The 15 Best Places for Fountains in Washington.

1. National Gallery of Art - Sculpture Garden

9.3
Constitution Ave NW (at 7th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Sculpture Garden · Northwest Washington · 94 tips and reviews

MARYMARY: sooooo much fun to put ur feet in the fountain and catch sum sun!

Lori B.Lori Bonicelli: Kick off your shoes and cool your feet in the fountain. Tons of shaded seating.

NatalyaNatalya: Charming garden. Sit by the fountain or enjoy some food or drinks in the gardens' cafe

World War II Memorial is one of The 15 Best Places for Fountains in Washington.

2. World War II Memorial

9.5
1750 Independence Ave SW (at 17th St SW), Washington, D.C.
Monument · Southwest Washington · 160 tips and reviews

Jared S.Jared S: Beautiful at night. The fountain is nicely lit. Find your state under one of the wreaths.

Sheri C.Sheri Carbone: I was very impressed. Nice fountain. It was nice taking a picture next to our state.

Jake S.Jake Smith: Check out the fountains under each Theatre (Pacific and Atlantic), which name each of the battles fought in the conflict.

Dupont Circle is one of The 15 Best Places for Fountains in Washington.

3. Dupont Circle

8.9
1 DuPont Cir NW (at Connecticut Ave NW), Washington, D.C.
Park · 144 tips and reviews

David D.David Derrick: A great place to take a stroll anytime of the year. Sip a coffee or snack on something from one of the many surrounding restaurants. I love reading a book on a bench near the fountain. Classic DC.

Washington BladeWashington Blade: In 1975, Dupont Cir. area Lambda Rising bookstore ran the nation's first gay-orientated television commercial. This historic gay neighborhood is one of America's first. Don't miss the fountain!

CozmikCozmik: Fabulous people-watching & scenic shots down each relative street surrounding the Circle & fountain. Early morning & evening light is the best for shooting ;-)

Meridian Hill Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Fountains in Washington.

4. Meridian Hill Park

9.3
2500 16th St NW, Washington, D.C.
Park · 69 tips and reviews

Sunny J.Sunny James: Go in the spring/summer for the great drum circle. Nice view of the nation's capital. Nice place in the city for a picnic.Waterfall and fountain is unique.

Nikki L.Nikki Lewis: They're doing some kind of remodeling here at the park. They tore up all of my favorite trees along the walkway leading towards the northside fountain

Laura C.Laura Covington: best place for sunning is by the tiered fountains. drum circle on warm sunday afternoons = hula hooping!

The Yards Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Fountains in Washington.

5. The Yards Park

9.4
10 Water St SE (at 3rd St SE), Washington, D.C.
Park · Navy Yard · 37 tips and reviews

LyndseyLyndsey: kids love playing in the water fountains!

The Hill is HomeThe Hill is Home: The only wadding pool around for both children and adults alike. This is the perfect park to enjoy a picnic and dip your toe into the fountain for a chance to cool off on a hot summer day. Read more.

Jess Z.Jess Zimbabwe: Splash fountain, huge wading pool, sloped benches and boulders to climb: what's not to like for kids. Food, beer, and live music on Friday nights in the summer.

Georgetown Waterfront Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Fountains in Washington.

6. Georgetown Waterfront Park

9.5
K St NW (btwn 31st & 34th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Park · Georgetown · 91 tips and reviews

Tammy G.Tammy Gordon: Love the new fountain at Wisconsin & Water! Perfect to run through on a hot day.

- B.- Bossi: Pretty view along the Potomac, popular & busy park, fantastic fountain for young & old alike to run through on hot days, plenty of open lawn for sunbathing / games / relaxing. Near 2 Circulator lines.

Hillary H.Hillary Hartley: Take a romantic stroll at sunset or under the full moon. Don't forget to walk under the fountain – or play in it on a hot summer day.

Canal Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Fountains in Washington.

7. Canal Park

8.6
200 M St SE (at 2nd St SE), Washington, D.C.
Park · SW Ballpark - Navy Yard · 15 tips and reviews

Raevyn W.Raevyn W.: Let me list the ways in which this park is amazing: The Tavern (great brunch), Wednesday free concerts, Tuesday farmers market, free summer movies, awesome fountains, beautiful flowers, and more

Chihi Y.Chihi Yoon: Good music, yummy food trucks and refreshing water fountains :)

K M.K Mac: Stop by on a mild evening and check out the fountain w/multi-color lights.

Upper Senate Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Fountains in Washington.

8. Upper Senate Park

7.9
200 New Jersey Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
Park · Northwest Washington · 5 tips and reviews

Dean M.Dean Miletich: Shaded benches provide perfect spot for people watching. Fountain nearby lends to relaxing atmosphere.

HarjitHarjit: Beautiful park with a fountain, beautiful flowers, and a nice view of the Capitol.

Maggie M.Maggie MacG: This is a beautiful park right across fro@ the Capitol building with a gorgeous fountain.

Robert and Arlene Kogod Courtyard is one of The 15 Best Places for Fountains in Washington.

9. Robert and Arlene Kogod Courtyard

9.0
800 F St NW, Washington, D.C.
Plaza · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 24 tips and reviews

Jess Z.Jess Zimbabwe: A great air-conditioned and daylit space for hot or lousy weather. Big marble bench/planters you can climb on and tables and chairs. A pricy but good cafe, and a sometimes-on splash fountain.

Magnetic D.Magnetic Dynamo: Danger: Don't let your kids run through the fountains. It's slippery. I saw one kid fall backwards and smack his head.

KarenKaren: Absolutely stunning courtyard, with beautiful decor during the winter season, and floor-set water fountains.

United States Navy Memorial is one of The 15 Best Places for Fountains in Washington.

10. United States Navy Memorial

8.9
701 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
Plaza · Penn Quarter · 22 tips and reviews

Gregory K.Gregory Knight: Its a great place to relax, read, and listen to the fountains.

Melissa P.Melissa Plummer: A great place to eat lunch. Lots of people watching, and the fountains make for a very calming and reenergizing lunch break.

Bruce J.Bruce J: Stand on top of the world and gaze upon the US Archives

National Gallery of Art - West Building is one of The 15 Best Places for Fountains in Washington.

11. National Gallery of Art - West Building

9.3
Constitution Ave NW (at Madison Dr NW), Washington, D.C.
Art Museum · Northwest Washington · 120 tips and reviews

Amanda L.Amanda Littlejohn: The columned rotunda. Enjoy the fountain and the foliage, which changes seasonally. Stressed? Take your thoughts there and empty your head, or take your notebook there and write.

Peter W.Peter Wayner: Enjoy gelato by the underground part of the fountain.

LauraLaura: Go take a picture by the fountain with the angels

Dupont Circle Fountain (Samuel Francis Du Pont Memorial Fountain) is one of The 15 Best Places for Fountains in Washington.

12. Dupont Circle Fountain (Samuel Francis Du Pont Memorial Fountain)

8.1
Dupont Circle Park, Washington, D.C.
Fountain · Northwest Washington · 8 tips and reviews

Jordan G.Jordan Groseclose: A truly beautiful fountain and some of the best people watching in the district.

Joe C.Joe Cottonwood: Great place to relax with a book coffee or chill with a friend. Btw Starbucks has a public bathroom without a code.

Lou M.Lou Muscarella: Best people watching place in the city!

Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial is one of The 15 Best Places for Fountains in Washington.

13. Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial

9.2
400 W Basin Drive SW (at Ohio Dr SW), Washington, D.C.
Monument · Southwest Washington · 108 tips and reviews

Jonathan B.Jonathan Betz: This is an under-appreciated gem of a monument, and kids love it because there are lots of fountains and rocks to climb on.

Juri V.Juri Volama: Fountains are awesome!

James B.James Bowen: Handles the Roosevelt presidency well. It’s just a shame the fountains aren’t working at the moment (Aug 2018) as it reduces the impact.

National Gallery of Art is one of The 15 Best Places for Fountains in Washington.

14. National Gallery of Art

9.5
6th St and Constitution Ave NW (at Constitution Ave NW), Washington, D.C.
Art Museum · Northwest Washington · 155 tips and reviews

Camille W.Camille Wright: Love the fountains. So gorgeous!

Kyra H.Kyra Hamann: Outside at the fountain is my very favorite spot for lunch. Bring your salad!

Ана Л.Ана Лековић: Between sections are little garden spots with fountains, ideal to make a stop and soak the atmosphere. One of the most beautiful museums in the 🌎.

CHOPT is one of The 15 Best Places for Fountains in Washington.

15. CHOPT

7.6
618 12th St NW, Washington, D.C.
Salad Restaurant · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 59 tips and reviews

Jeff S.Jeff Stark: Try out the selection of delicious cane-sugar sodas from the fountain. I tried the Black Cherry and loved it!

Andrea N.Andrea Newland: A bit on the pricey side..but the fountain soda they have is organic, different but good!

Andrea N.Andrea Newland: Great concept! Visit your chopper today :) Green place, fountain soda is unique, all different types of salads...fast and efficient staff :) House dressing is good...Today I had the Palm Shrimp Salad