The White House (Getty) The White House (Getty)


Washington DC
A visit to Washington DC would not be complete without strolling down the Mall from the Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial, a journey which takes in many of the city’s iconic monuments. This is a great place to get a real feel for American history, so spare some time for the many museums, including the National Museum of American History and the National Museum of Natural History, where visitors can view the Hope Diamond. The Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum is great for children and anyone who has an interest in things that fly.
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