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    Smithsonian Kite Festival

    4.8 (11 reviews)

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    Austin G.

    Imagine a cold, windy spring day with thousands of people crowding the National Mall. Sounds like hell, right? You'd think that's what the Kite Festival is like, but it is not at all. Yes, it could be cold and there will be a lot of people on the Mall, but the beauty of thousands of colorful kites flying around the Washington Monument is magical and should not be missed. I can't wait for next year!

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    best memory of 2009. 200k or more people from all over the world coming together, it consides with the best time to see the cherry blossom

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    We saw hundreds of very unique kites being flown around with a lovely backdrop of the Washington Monument.

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    THROW Social - Try out a tropical drink! we have a full menu of specialty cocktails at our full bar- don't forget about happy hour!

    THROW Social

    3.8(370 reviews)
    3.3 miIvy City
    $$

    Came to check out brunch here. Online, it shows a la carte options - when we walked in, we were…read moretold it was a Buffet Brunch only, $30 per person. We decided to stay and check it out, @1pm on a Sunday. Brunch is from 11a-4pm. There was only 1 other person for brunch, when we arrived. There was a DJ was that playing super loud music. Mostly rap music. The food was good. Fresh salad, fruit, meats etc. Unlimited mimosas was $25 per person. We could only order 1 flavor at a time, which there was about 8 flavors. They were good By 3pm, the place was more so filling up. What was crazy was at 4pm, the workers started breaking down the buffet-- quickly!! A group that had arrived @ 3 were caught off guard that brunch was ending. The workers did provide everyone with TAKE HOME Boxes, so we filled our boxes as fast as they were breaking it down lol Hookah guy arrived, think it was a total of $68. The hookah was good Gratuity is automatically included. Our waitress was GREAT! Only thing I didn't like, the place had her walking around in a tight leopard body suit, with her arms out, like this was the Playboy mansion. It was cold in there. I would come back for brunch - just know, there was not a mention of a Buffet brunch online

    I came to Throw Social for Howard's Graduate and Professional mixer during Homecoming week. The…read morevenue is on the 2nd floor of the Axe Throwing venue, and it is spacious. I love the cabanas they have for lounging and eating/drinking. Since the event was catered, I can't speak on the service too much, but the spread of food was impressive and delicious.

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    Planet Word Museum - Magical library - super cool!

    Planet Word Museum

    4.8(221 reviews)
    0.9 miDowntown

    This museum is so magical!…read more Our group of nine had a blast weaving our way from room to room. The museum is equally fun for kids and adults with topics like language, reading, translation and karaoke to make a few. Everything was so well thought out and interactive. I couldn't get enough of the library room where books come to life with video-like illustrations building off the pages. It felt like we were transported into Belle's massive and dreamy library from Beauty and the Beast complete with a secret hidden room off the side (tucked behind a bookcase door). We had kids ages 2-5 and it was perfect for them. Note that you'll need to park strollers in the basement level. To top it all off, we had a fabulous lunch at Immigrant Food located on the lower level. Oh, how could I forget to mention that the museum is free? Amazing!

    Funny story - I was looking for kid-friendly ideas of things to do in DC and asked ChatGPT for…read moreideas. One of the responses was the Planet Word museum, which I never heard of. I looked it up and decided to try it! They recommend you get timed passes online ahead of time; it's free but they do recommend a donation. This museum is SO COOL! As someone who loves different languages and words I loved everything about this place! My kids loved all of the interactivity. There is a room with an interactive word wall and you can interact and answer and request more info on the history of certain words. For example, I learned that "ketchup" was named after a Chinese sauce even though they are not similar. There is also a magical library room where you can pick a book off the shelf and place it on a book holder and the book is read to you. There are also mirror shadow boxes that come to life if you read the inscription. Finally, the kids loved the karaoke room - you select a song and as you sing along you see the types of parts of speech at play in the song. Great experience, would for sure recommend and go back!

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    Air And Space Museum Albert Einstein Planetarium - 'Give yourself a gift: the present moment'
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    Air And Space Museum Albert Einstein Planetarium

    4.2(48 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    Space... the final frontier.... Whether you're a kid, or just a kid at heart, your mind will wander…read morewith the possibilities of seeing the actual vehicles and relics of historical significance and marvel at the drive of the human spirit to first take flight, then zoom past the curvature of the ocean until you hit new land, and, finally, break the bonds of gravity and stake your claim in the cosmos. I've been so many times, and it's free to go and see these incredible achievements of humanity in real life. You can look at the lunar capsule and imagine the bravery and ingenuity of the millions of people whose guts and brains it took, over thousands of years, to make such an achievement possible. This is the true legacy of humanity and it inspires while posing the question, what is next for mankind....

    We loved coming to the air and space museum. We got the 10 am tickets for when it opened and the…read moreline wrapped around the building. We had a lot of fun here and watched one of the IMAX shows which was about the future of space, it was perfect timing because the astronaut on Artimus II was in it and it was the day they launched. My only wish is that it wasn't so crowded or a way to have less people to be able to enjoy exhibits more and have it be less overwhelming. My kiddo was definitely overwhelmed and overstimulated as were we. We didn't get though everything but all the top floor and some of the first. The cafe doesn't have a ton of food options and the line gets long but it was what we had for lunch.

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    Air And Space Museum Albert Einstein Planetarium - It's taken me all my life to learn what not to play.
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    Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture Garden - Fernand Leger

    Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture Garden

    4.3(547 reviews)
    0.7 mi
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    The Hirshhorn offers a distinct contrast to the National Gallery of Art, and its rotating exhibits…read morehelp keep each visit feeling fresh. Some of the outdoor sculptures were visible, though a few pieces were either being relocated or blocked off. There were not many, so it made for a quick walk around the circular exterior. Upon entering, we went through security, which led into the main lobby where there is also a café. The coffee was both expensive and underwhelming, so I would recommend grabbing a drink elsewhere. The museum has three floors, and I found it easiest to start at the top and work your way down. *Laurie Anderson Four Talks: one of my favorite exhibits. The installation was fully immersive, covering the entire room. The writing and drawings across all four walls really brought the concept together. *Adam Pendleton Love Queen: a visually striking exhibit that transitions into a black and white video. While the artwork itself did not resonate with me as much, the video left both me and other visitors in a quiet, reflective state. *Revolutions Art from the Hirshhorn Collection: more traditional in style and subject matter. I did wish there was more context provided for some of the pieces, especially the sculptures, as a few lacked historical explanation. *Basquiat x Banksy: a more modern collection that reflects themes of racial and class divide. The bold colors and strong perspectives made this one of the more engaging sections. *Big Things For Big Rooms: a bit too literal for my taste, as it largely consisted of oversized objects without much added depth. *Mark Bradford Pickett's Charge: an older but well maintained exhibit. The circular layout of the museum complemented the work nicely. The textures and use of color were particularly compelling. The gift shop offered a wide range of items, including pieces inspired by past exhibitions and collaborations. I especially liked the Basquiat and Banksy merchandise, though it was nice to see representation from other collections as well. Overall, this is an easy museum to explore in one visit. I wish I could have seen the updated sculpture garden, but the rotating exhibits alone make it worth coming back.

    This is a pretty cool museum, but they REALLY overhyped the Basquiat x Banksy collaboration. There…read morewas one piece of Banksy art which was a take on a Basquiat piece. The Basquiat collection was also pretty sparse. Mr. Smithsonian should be ashamed. I hope he's looking up and reading this. The museum's upper floors are 2 concentric circles so I'd recommend doing 2 loops around to avoid missing anything. There were displays with videos, lights, paint, and other media. I enjoyed exploring. The sculpture garden was closed when I was there, so I was unable to see anything there. I also don't know what was on the ground floor besides the entrance and the cafe. Seemed like something else should have been there. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ It's worth a visit for sure and I enjoyed my time. But I was drawn in by the false hype.

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    The Wharf DC - Views at the Wharf

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    4.1(391 reviews)
    0.9 mi
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    The Wharf in Washington, D.C., is a vibrant waterfront destination that seamlessly blends modernity…read morewith charm. With its lively atmosphere, it's perfect for a date night or a casual stroll along the scenic Potomac River. Visitors can indulge in an array of amazing restaurants, cozy hotels, and unique gift shops, along with delightful spots for sweets. Whether you're in the mood for brunch, sailing, or simply enjoying the euphoric experience of being by the water, there's something for everyone here. Plus, with venues like The Anthem hosting various concerts and a plethora of top bars, the Wharf is an ideal spot for an incredible outing.

    This is a cool area of DC a little over a mile south of the National Mall. Since I was staying…read morenearby, I was able to walk from my hotel (about 15 mins) and explore and dine. I will say I'm glad I walked since traffic seemed to be a friggin nightmare. Lots of honking and beeping and gridlock with people trying to get in and out. Yikes! There was a mix of counter service, casual, and fine dining places so something for everyone. It's not super huge so walking from one end to the other didn't take very long. Security could be a little better. I was dining at an establishment and there was an incident where a patron (using the term loosely) was being belligerent. Security was called and they arrived but it took them about 20 minutes to get them out of the establishment. I don't think the officers did their part to diffuse the situation and remove this person quickly. I'd go here again if I was staying in the area. There were lots of places from which to choose. I don't think I'd try and drive and park though based on the crazy amount of horns blasting.

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    The People’s House - Full scale Oval Office

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    4.7(44 reviews)
    0.7 miDowntown, Foggy Bottom

    This museum is next to the actual White House. You might not be able to visit the actual White…read moreHouse but you can visit here. Models and replica rooms that allow you to explore this important piece of American history. Many interactive items provide more information about different rooms and operations inside the building. A lot of interesting events were taken placed in the White House. Make sure you leave some time for the gift shop.

    I found out upon arriving in D.C. that all White House tours had been canceled until June…read more The People's House which opened last September is an immersive museum about the White House. Reservations are available online, so I was able to book reservations for our party the day prior to visiting. It's located a block from the actual the White House, so I was able to walk just a few blocks from my hotel to arrive for my 11:30 am reservation. I loved the actual replica of the oval room where we took pics behind the oval office desk and the immersive tour through the situation room, press briefing room, and the history and artifacts of the white house. In addition, there's displays for the kids where they can interact and design a state dinner or build a mini-White House. Overall, good exhibits, and history of the White House. Our entire group enjoyed this museum and I would recommend it to everyone.

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