Smithsonian Institution Tours

National Air and Space Museum
National Air and Space Museum which includes interior views
National Air and Space Museum which includes aircraft and interior views
National Air and Space Museum which includes aircraft and interior views
Capitol Hill which includes a statue or sculpture

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Arlo Washington DC

Arlo Washington DC

4 out of 5
Northwest
per person
Aug 19 - Aug 22
found 17 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
San Francisco (SFO) to Washington (DCA)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (677 reviews)
Rooms were much smaller than expected. Not a lot of food options either.

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

Salamander Washington DC

Salamander Washington DC

5 out of 5
Southwest
per person
Aug 19 - Aug 22
found 17 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
San Francisco (SFO) to Washington (DCA)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Great location and beautiful hotel.

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

SIXTY DC

SIXTY DC

2 out of 5
Downtown Washington D.C.
per person
Aug 19 - Aug 22
found 17 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
San Francisco (SFO) to Washington (DCA)
10/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
It’s a nice facility. The room was clean and spacious. Bathroom was well appointed. They have a nice cocktail bar and a restaurant. I did not have dinner there, I did have a couple of cocktails and some apps in the cocktail bar. Definitely recommend making time to stop there.

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

Reviews of Smithsonian Institution

4.8
Top Destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Don't miss the Botanical Gardens.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Let a LOT of time.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

each musuem is free!!! lots of walking, but so worth seeing them all.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

The History Museum was very good.. the Air and Space Museum was very disappointing... not very well done....

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National Archives which includes heritage architecture, an administrative buidling and signage

National Archives

4.5/5(38 reviews)

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National Sculpture Garden

Learn about the local history of Washington when you take a trip to National Sculpture Garden. Discover the area's acclaimed art scene and shops.

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National Gallery of Art which includes outdoor art and modern architecture

National Gallery of Art

4.5/5(69 reviews)

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National Mall which includes heritage architecture, an administrative buidling and a city

National Mall

4.5/5(4,017 reviews)

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Embassy of Canada

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National Museum of Natural History featuring interior views

National Museum of Natural History

4.5/5(824 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at National Museum of Natural History, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Washington. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.

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Best Lodging Options Near Smithsonian Institution

Washington Plaza Hotel

Washington Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
10 Thomas Circle NW, Washington, DC
Washington Plaza Hotel
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

4 out of 5
1001 14th St NW, Washington, DC
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
citizenM Washington DC Capitol

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

4 out of 5
550 School St SW, Washington, DC
citizenM Washington DC Capitol
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

3 out of 5
550 C St SW, Washington, DC
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG
Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center

Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center

3.5 out of 5
627 H Street NW, Washington, DC
Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center
Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center

3.5 out of 5
900 10th St NW, Washington, DC
Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center
Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill

Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill

4 out of 5
400 New Jersey Ave NW, Washington, DC
Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill
Riggs Washington DC

Riggs Washington DC

5 out of 5
900 F St NW, Washington, DC
Riggs Washington DC
Arlo Washington DC

Arlo Washington DC

4 out of 5
333 G St NW, Washington, DC
Arlo Washington DC
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