A Guide to Visiting Washington, DC with Kids
Washington, DC is a great place to visit with kids. From aquariums to the National Zoo to a hands-on children's garden tucked away in the US Botanical Gardens, the District is a wonderful place to take the kids. And what makes this destination even more ideal is that many of the places are free. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the best places to take the little ones, when to take them and what they will enjoy.
The Exquisite Corpse Adventure at the Library of Congress is a reading and writing game that will delight both young and old. Learn how the game is played and follow some of your favorite authors as they contribute to the fun.
Kids Euro Festival 2009 is a celebration of European arts and culture for children. The festival will give kids the opportunity to experience the performing arts through over 150 free performances by European artists.
Rock climbing at Results Gym (Capitol Hill location only) can be exhilarating. Chimborazo! is the first simulated rock indoor rock climbing wall in Washington, DC.
The International Spy Museum in Washington, DC has some great programs that will make your kids want to stay in the District forever. The Spy Museum's Operation Undercover: Secrets of Disguise is an experience that they will always remember.
Freddie Mac and Magic Johnson have teamed up to help the Homeless with their Hoops for the Homeless event at the Verizon Center in DC on September 13, 2008.
The Friendship Firehouse Museum and Festival is located in Washington, DC and is a great place to take the family the first Saturday of August.
Families visiting Washington, DC will love the International Spy Museum. With fun for both kids and mom and dad everyone can enjoy being a spy at the first KidSpy Festival ever.
Washington, DC is a great place to visit with the kids and these concerts and events are sure to please the whole family.
Washington, DC has a great selection of museums that will appeal to both you and your youngster. Many of the museums provide hands on experience for kids as well as educational talks and activities that are tailored for the very young and the young at heart. This link will provide you with best museums for kids.
Unfortunately we can't always predict the weather and indoor playgrounds offer kids and parents a way for kids to use up their limitless energy. This link highlights several indoor playground and amuesment center options in the DC metro area.
The Smithsonian's Discovery Theater is a live theater that features performances for the young. This link will provide you with information to attend a performance with your child.
Every parent knows that kids are happiest when they can run around--even on vacation. DC has some wonderful parks and playgrounds where your children can play, picnic and wear off some energy. This link will take you to the best of them.
DC is a place for the whole family. There are plenty of places to take the kids that are enjoyable for both young and old. This link offers a round-up of the top 15 places to take your kids to, in and around the District
