Washington D.C. is the historic capital of the United States with a wide variety of things to do and see for free. Many of the sites and museums are completely free and are a must-see for every American. Once arriving, you simply need to pick up your rental car so that you can navigate yourself to each of your destinations in order to get the most out of your trip.

There are many performances and art exhibits you can attend for free. Check out the National Theatre’s free performances that are designed for the entire family. You will find puppet and magic shows as well as musicals and ballets. Tickets are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis thirty minutes before showtime so be sure to arrive early. In addition, The Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage offer free performances each evening at 6pm.

In Washington D.C., you will be able to visit the National Zoo for completely free. In addition, try visiting any of the Smithsonian Museums which will provide a full day of culture and fun at absolutely no cost to you. Because your federal tax dollars support each establishment, most all sites are free to the public.

In addition, brush up on our nation’s history and view the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. Take a tour of the Supreme Court and walk through the awe-inspiring Arlington Cemetery.

You will find that the amount of attractions, museums, and performances in Washington D.C. are endless with the vast majority being nearly or completely free. This helps ensure a great vacation for the whole family!