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Best for Kids in Washington DC

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Skirted by the surging waters of Rock Creek, the National Zoological Park is a forerunner for the title of America's finest wildlife facilities. It was created by Congress in 1889, making it one of the oldest zoos in the country. The zoo was designed by Frederick Law Olmstead, who also designed the grounds of the U.S. Capitol and New York's Central Park. The zoo is famous for its giant pandas from China but you will find all sorts of creatures, both familiar and exotic. The zoo's Asia Trail gets you acquainted with fishing cats, clouded leopards and other Asian animals. Also, the zoo is home to the Elephant Trails, Lemur Island, Cheetah Conservation and Great Cats, where you can witness mighty lions and tigers in action. Birds and reptiles from across the world also call the Smithsonian National Zoological Park their home.

Washington Harbour's scenic setting combines the social pleasures and style of Georgetown with the natural beauty of the Potomac Riverfront. The wide promenade is enjoyed by office workers, shoppers, strollers and diners at several restaurants offering outdoor seating. This is a perfect place to stroll at midday, before a sunset dinner, or after dark when the terraces are lit up. If you are an outdoor enthusiast you can also go biking or check out their massive outdoor rink for some fun activities. Washington Harbor gives you a much-needed break from the hustle and noise of the city and offers the perfect escape in the hub of the city.

The many perspectives of the earth are examined here, including geology, oceanography, astronomy and anthropology. Enjoy creative and educational exhibits including a huge globe, a tornado simulator and a 'time machine'. Changing, lively special exhibits are also featured. A gift shop sells the National Geographic Society's videos, books and educational games.

The International Spy Museum provides a unique glimpse into the thrilling world of espionage and its impact throughout history and present day. The museum showcases espionage artifacts from the 21st century to as far back as the Greek Empire. Visitors get the chance to be a part of a movie setup and play the role of a heroic spy, who solves puzzles and overcomes obstacles. During your visit to the museum, you're made to adopt a cover identity and led into a briefing room, where you learn about the life of a spy. Highly interactive, informative and fun, a visit to this museum is well worth the price.

Capital One is a massive indoor arena that offers some of the best entertainment in the city, from professional sports to concerts and more. The arena is the home venue of the ice hockey team Washington Capitals as well as the basketball team Washington Wizards. While sports occupy the most space on the event calendar, the arena's roster is peppered with other events like concerts, stand-up acts, children's shows and much more. Apart from hosting some fabulous events, the arena is also home to the Players Club, Caesars Sportsbook Lounge, Devil's Backbone Lounge, the Ultra Club, and Guy Fieri’s DC Kitchen + Bar. So, there is a lot more to do in addition to attending some amazing events.

While it may look like a giant water fountain for most of the year, come November, the Washington Harbour Ice Rink transforms and opens for skating. Ice skating lovers of all ages take to the ice, but if you don't know how to skate, don't worry. The ice rink offers ice skating classes for all ages so that you too can someday fly around the rink like famous gold medalist Michelle Kwan. Just make sure to get to the rink before March 31, when the rink gets taken down for the summer.

The award-winning Old Town Trolley Tours covers more major capital sites than any other. The attractions include the National Mall, Georgetown, the National Cathedral, and Arlington National Cemetery. The trolleys travel in a continuous loop. Riders can join the tour at any of 19 stops. Stay aboard the entire two hours and listen to an informative narrative, or hop off for a closer look at an attraction. Trolleys roll by every 30 minutes, so you can simply re-board and continue the tour.

Popularly known as the Pension Building, the National Building Museum plays a pivotal role in narrating the history of design, engineering, construction, urban planning and architecture in the United States of America. A non-profit organization, the museum hosts a number of exhibitions, festivals and public programs that endorse the exchange of ideas and information across people of all sections of society, across the globe. Located in a monumental structure with a design based on Italian Renaissance palaces, the brick, and terracotta building is grand and contains a massive 15-story interior with eight Corinthian columns that are 75 feet (23 meters) high. The museum's space has also been the site of inaugural balls and a popular Christmas television special. An iconic tourist attraction, a visit to the capital city is certainly incomplete without a tour of the National Building Museum.

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