Things to do in Capitol Heights

Inspiring architecture, magnificent museums and the icons of American history await on Washington’s famous two-mile (three-kilometer) strip.

Explore the home and workplace of the president of the United States. See entertainment areas and state rooms and learn about the history of this famous building.

Heaven for aviation enthusiasts, this museum takes you on an uplifting journey through the history of flight and space travel.

Why not visit the animals who live at Smithsonian's National Zoo and see why this is a favorite attraction in Washington? Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

Walk through time in the footsteps of the nation’s African Americans, from the sobering slavery years to celebrated achievements in arts, politics and sport.

Explore the campus of University of Maryland, College Park, a top university in College Park. Experience the area's lively festivals and fascinating museums.

Pay tribute to those who lost their lives fighting for their country in the best-known military cemetery in America.

Fashion outlets, accessory stores, souvenir shops and a food court sit amid the grand arches and majestic columns of Washington’s central railway terminal.

Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.