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There are few places like in Washington DC
If your family is visiting Washington DC during the summer, it is best to see the outdoor attractions in the morning (before noon) when the temperatures are cooler. During the summer, the National Mall hosts an impressive 4th of July fireworks display. Throughout July and August, stop by on a Monday night to experience the Screen on the Green -- a classic movie festival that can draw thousands of spectators.
A wonderful outdoor family attraction is Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens. Located in the northeastern portion of Washington, DC near the Maryland border it's open seven days a week, the aquatic gardens is the only National Park Service site devoted to the propagation and display of aquatic plants. The area is quite picturesque and the perfect place for a leisurely stroll on a pleasant day...
Hit a Theme Park ... How about some rides, cotton candy, and soda pop!?! Six Flags America, Maryland‘s only theme park and the DC Metro‘s closest theme park, features more than 100 rides, shows and attractions. From world-class roller coasters Batwing and Superman - Ride of Steel to the family-oriented Tea Cups and Carousel, adventure awaits thrill-seekers of all ages....
Cool Off On A Hot Summer Day... Wildly Wet, Fabulous Fun is waiting for you and your family at Splash Down Waterpark, Northern Virginia’s largest waterpark. The fun features for kids include a 770 foot Lazy River, a 25 Meter Lap Pool, an Interactive children’s area with...
Visit a National Park... Anacostia Park, with over 1200 acres is one of Washington, D.C.‘s largest and most important recreation areas. Included in Anacostia Park is Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens and Kenilworth Marsh. Hundreds of acres are available for ballfields, picnicking, basketball, tennis, and the Anacostia Park Pavilion has some 3300 square feet of space for roller skating and special events...
Bike Around DC... Bike the Sites tours are the most unique, dynamic and fun way to see our nation‘s capital, whether you‘re a first-time visitor to Washington or a local. Our tours combine history, interesting facts, and a love for the city with a safe, enjoyable, and easy bike ride...
A Hotel with a Pool is a Must... Summer means warm nights in addition to those hot days and there's nothing better than soaking in a pool after all that sightseeing. Hotels in Washington DC with pools aren't exactly rare, but you're not just looking for any hotel, but rather a kid-friendly one. See our list of hotels that'll cool off those hot summer temperatures...
Don't forget that summer is one of the most popular tourist seasons in Washington DC, but it can be hot, over 90 degrees Fahrenheit, as well as humid. Be sure to bring plenty of comfortable short sleeve shirts and t-shirts.
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