Map of washington dc monuments vacation ideas guide. I also link to a great national park service map of washington dc monuments. Fourteen were laid on the virginia side and twentysix were laid on the maryland side. Watch in 360 the inside of a nuclear reactor from the size of an atom with virtual reality duration. Spread out along busy commuter thoroughfares, in front yards, and deep in the woods, the stones have survived. National monuments are some of americas greatest treasures. See more ideas about washington, washington dc and dc travel. This map shows cities, towns, counties, main roads, secondary roads, rivers, lakes, airports, national parks, national forests, national monuments. Loes podcast featuring washington dc highlighting 7 major museums can be found at this link. Twenty years later, we returned to our nations capital for july 4th and this time with our kids. A wonderful way to learn about the different monuments and memorials that are located in washington d.
High resolution digital images of washington dc monuments and washington d. The washington monument is currently closed for renovations and will reopen in 2019. Pdf files and external links will open in a new window. Find out where each historic building and monument, gallery, museum is located in the washington dc and click the icon for more information. Look below map of national mall for link to large pdf of the whole national mall with museums. Easy to use while outdoors, the map features large font sizes, walkways that are easily distinguishable from roads, and three zoom levels. Aug 23, 2009 watch in 360 the inside of a nuclear reactor from the size of an atom with virtual reality duration. And visiting the monuments and memorials helps bring the passion of our forefathers, leaders and visionaries to life. Use this list and the map beneath it as a guide for your next road trip. Washington monument and west potomac park base map 1 mb pdf historic resources maps.
Media in category monuments and memorials in washington, d. Printable map washington dc national mall map washington. Washington monument 2 15th st nw washington, dc national. Photographs, prints and highresolution stock images of war memorials in washington dc by photographer andrew prokos. Washington dc is not the only place with a washington monument. Washington dc monuments washington dc memorials national. Washington dc monuments framed photographs by andrew. Jul 10, 2016 grab your bike, a helmet, and an official bike map of the monuments provided by the city of dc and head out on a selfguided tour. Washington dc attractions map pdf free printable tourist. Of the 40 stones forming the original ten miles square of the district of columbia, 36 remain in the ground. Architectural details include color and black and white photography, interiors and exteriors, of the white house, us capitol building, supreme court, lincoln memorial, jefferson memorial, national archives, washington. Podcast 057 of the one perfect day in travel podcast series highlights 27 things to do in washington, d. Washington dc 8 monuments and memorials one perfect day in.
According to the american institute of architects, half of americans top 12 favorite architectural gems line the national mall. Court of labor municipal center district of columbia government d. But to see everything dc has to offer you would need to go for more then 1 day. Washington monuments tournational mall dc military tours. Identified cultural landscapes within the mall map 7. Our arlington, va hotel offers a free shuttle to the metro station so youll easily discover all amazing things to do in washington, dc in just minutes. Printable version of the metro map for the subway system in washington dc. The mlk memorial and other newer attractions in washington, d.
They also help direct travelers to amazing natural splendors and historic sites. Selfguided walking tour of washington, dc memorials. Grab your bike, a helmet, and an official bike map of the monuments provided by the city of dc and head out on a selfguided tour. Feb 18, 2014 the hidden memorials series has given a quick primer to many of the citys monuments, several just off the national mall, that most residents simply dont know about. Twowheeled touring of the dc monuments and memorials.
Fine art photos of washington dc monuments and memorials. Washington dc tourist maps free washington dc pdf map. Washington dc memorials map from national park service washington dc national mall map 1,047kb pdf. United states national monuments list best maps ever. By tapping the locate me icon, you will always know where you are. The last available tour to the top of the monument is one hour before closing. These designations help keep the areas protected and available for anyone to enjoy. Travel map ideas memories 16 ideas for 2019 big bus city sightseeing hop on hop off double decker open top coach tour pentagon world war two washington dc top tourist attractions map. Admission to washington monument tours of the washington monument are offered every day except july 4 and december 25 from 9 a. There are two more in maryland, one in boonsboro and another in baltimore. Arlington national cemetery occupies 612 acres in virginia on the potomac river, directly opposite washington.
This revised and expanded second edition serves as your tour guide to the monuments and memorials, traffic circles, parks, and arlington national cemetery. The jefferson memorial, the lincoln memorial, the washington monument lets face it, the famous monuments and memorials are why youre here. Discover the national mall with a private washington monuments tour in a buick enclave while minimizing your walking and maximizing your time at these historic attractions. See washington dc attractions on a map, plan your sightseeing with free washington dc guidebook, dont miss on these free resources to make most of washington dc trip. Oct 25, 2011 of the 40 stones forming the original ten miles square of the district of columbia, 36 remain in the ground. The twelvefoottall bronze statue, holding a plaque with famous equations, is often climbed on my children. Memorializing our first president, george washington, the monument has been witness to the history that shaped our nation.
Its a 20ish mile route that takes you to and among the most prized historical landmarks the capitol city has to offer. The mall and pennsylvania avenue base map 778 kb pdf. Washington dc city photos series 9 pictures of washington dc city. We honor the generals, politicians, poets and statesmen who helped shape our great nation. Washington monumentthe lincoln memorialjefferson memorialulysses s. If you want to plan the same trip with your family here is a map of the route we took. Museums and monuments mapping museums and monuments on the mall in washington, d. The hidden memorials series has given a quick primer to many of the citys monuments, several just off the national mall, that most residents simply. Although the most famous monuments and memorials are on the national mall, you will find statues and plaques on many street corners around the city. Luckily, you can visit any of them anytime and for free. Washington monument and west potomac park base map 1 mb pdf. The two closest metro stops are federal triangle and smithsonian, both on the blue, orange and silver lines.
Beyond the new martin luther king memorial, other newer memorials and attractions to see in washington dc include the wwii memorial, museum of the american indian, international spy museum, women in military service, fdr memorial, vietnam war memorial, and korean war memorial. Map of washington dc monuments map of the national mall west. Washington dc monuments framed photographs by andrew prokos. This list may not reflect recent changes learn more. Here i stand in the spirit of paul robeson 22312314933. Lincoln, vietnam war, korean war, franklin delano roosevelt, dr. Between midmay and labor day there are extended summer hours from 9 a. Another one of the washington dc monuments is located at the center of logan circle.
Included are templates with questions so students can research just one or all of the listed below monuments and memorials. Any capitol hill dc metro area downtown national mall noma penn quarterchinatown shaw virginia. Washington monument although the washington monument is visible from many locations in dc, you can end your tour here. The following 200 pages are in this category, out of approximately 2 total. The washington monument is located near the west end of the national mall, granting spectacular views of the national mall, including the lincoln memorial, the white house, and united states capitol building. Rentschler spring 2015 united states monuments and memorials books have been pulled and are on a cart. Use our washington dc interactive free printable attractions map, sightseeing bus tours maps to discover free things to do in washington dc. The albert einstein memorial can be found in downtown dc near the national academy of sciences. The monument is considered to be an engineering marvel. Washington monument in dc, with the cherry blossoms in bloom.
Pages in category monuments and memorials in washington, d. The washington monument as it currently exists is actually a massive failure in comparison to the ambitious original design, which had called for a series of columns and statues of george washington and 30 other figures from the revolutionary war. Explore the famous landmarks and monuments of washington dc on this guided, half or fullday, walking and riding sightseeing tour. The baltimore monument was designed by the same architect that built the one in dc. Hop aboard a deluxe motor coach and enjoy an educational and entertaining narrated history of the nations capital. Washington national parks, forests and monuments map. A visit to washington dc is a journey through american history. The walking tour takes approximately 2 hours, but it can be cut short at either end. The smithsonian information center in the castle is centrally located at jefferson dr. The following 91 files are in this category, out of 91 total.
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