Must See Sights and Landmarks in Ashburn Area

"There are many great views of the Lincoln Memorial and you really can’t go wrong with any of them. There’s nothing like sitting with the columns of this Memorial during a sunset or sunrise. If you’re at the memorial I recommend walking around back to the west side to photograph the columns with no tourists in sight."

"After the tourists have gone for the day, couples linger beside the columns of this famous memorial for a picturesque view of the sun setting over Arlington across the Potomac River. This serene and lovely setting is often chosen as a place for a public proposal."

"This famous memorial is significantly all the more stunning by night. It doesn’t get any more romantic than sitting on the upper steps at moonlight. Lincoln Memorial pic:flickr,forglory"

"Closed for three years to add security and fix a troublesome elevator — important in a 555-foot obelisk!. — the Washington Monument reopened Sept. 19 to tourists no doubt frustrated to come to the National Mall and find one of its most iconic attractions off-limits. The monument was built to honor George Washington in two phases: by private citizens from 1848 to 1854 and taken over by public fundsfrom 1876 to 1884 after a joint resolution by Congress."

"The Washington Monument is yet another famous city landmark that resides along the National Mall and was built to commemorate the first President of the United States; George Washington.Standing proudly at a towering 555-feet high, the Washington Monument was once the tallest structure in the world, and despite no longer holding that title, it’s still one of the most famous and most important structures in DC.Take the..."

"Standing 555 feet high and anchoring one end of the National Mall, the Washington Monument is especially beautiful at sunset or sunrise (there are fewer crowds as well). The base of the monument is ringed by 50 American flags (one for each state)."

"Now that the US Capitol is scaffolding free it’s primed for taking photos. There are plenty of views of the Capitol around the city but if you want a more iconic view head to the east side of the building. On the east side of the Capitol there are huge glass panels that are great for getting reflections of the dome in."

"Take a tour of the U.S. Capitol Building and see the Hall of Columns, the rotunda, and the old Supreme Court chambers. From the visitors’ gallery, you can watch bills being debated, votes being counted, and speeches being given. Tours of the Capitol are free; however, tour passes are required."

"The US Capitol is home of the United States Congress and one of the most important and recognisable buildings in the world. You simply cannot come to Washington DC and not get a photo of this building. View this post on Instagram"

"The Library of Congress is one of the largest libraries in the world and full of classic DC architecture. The main reading room is one of the great sights to see in the library. You can view the reading room from a balcony on most days, plus on Columbus & Presidents’ Day you can enter the floor of the main reading room."

"As the world’s largest library, the Library of Congress is as iconic as it is immense. It houses over 164 million items on approximately 838 miles of bookshelves, with its oldest literature dating to 2040 B.C. Established in April 1800, the library’s main reading room one of the most beautiful interiors in the city."

"The world's largest library – with 164 million books, manuscripts, maps, photos, films and other items – awes in both scope and design. The centerpiece is the 1897 Jefferson Building. Gawk at the Great Hall, done..."

"One of the most famous buildings in the whole of America, the White House is home to the President of the United States and has been a famous DC landmark for hundreds of years.You can take a free tour of the public rooms inside the White House, but the effort to do so is quite an extensive process; you’ll have to contact a local congress representative and then you’ll be put on a list to schedule a visit.Instead,..."

"Located at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, the White House is the residence and workplace of the president of the United States. Construction on the building was completed in 1800, and every U.S. president has lived there since. Prebooking is a requirement for White House tours, and visitors can get a decent view of the building’s exterior from Pennsylvania Avenue."

"Every U.S president except George Washington has resided at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave, otherwise known as The White House. To see the inside, you'll need to arrange a tour through your Congressional office or embassy months in advance, but everyone can see this iconic white manse and snap a picture from behind the fence outside."

"A beautiful replica of Rome’s Pantheon is a fitting tribute to the nation’s third president, key member of the Founding Fathers and main author of the Declaration of Independence. The Jefferson Memorial is on the south shore of the Tidal Basin and its architecture tallies with Jefferson’s personal taste as it bears a lot of similarities to his Monticello plantation in Virginia, a building he designed himself. The relief in the pediment shows Jefferson flanked by the other signatories of the Declaration of Independence, and within stands a 5.8-metre bronze statue of Jefferson by sculptor Rudolph Evans."

"The circular dome of this memorial to our third president (and author of the Declaration of Independence) is patterned after the Pantheon in Rome, a design Jefferson admired and used at his own home, Monticello. Many visitors consider this the most beautiful of the monuments, in its priveliged location right beside the Tidal Basin. Inside is a bronze statue of Jefferson and excerpts from his writings."

"Thomas Jefferson Memorial is located on the National Mall at the Tidal Basin. The park is open year-round and offers a view of a statue of Thomas Jefferson and marble panels with quotes from Thomas Jefferson. Thomas Jefferson was the third President of the United States, chief author of the Declaration of Independence and the force behind the Louisiana Purchase and the Lewis and Clark Expedition."

"Washington, DC. Located just steps from the White House, one of the oldest homes in Washington, DC features Federalist and Victorian style furnishings and exhibits that explore 200 years of Washington, DC history. Continue to 13 of 25 below."

"Today it is a historic house museum managed by the White House Historical Association. The house is open to the public for scheduled tours on Mondays."

"Memorial is located next to the National Mall in Washington DC. It covers a total of 4 acres in land area that honors the Civil Rights Movement leader Martin Luther King. The main feature of the memorial is a granite statue of MLK himself. The memorial was opened to the public in 2011 after two decades of planning and construction."

"Located on the northwest corner of the Tidal Basin, this striking memorial features the Stone of Hope which is a 30-foot-high granite statue of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The statue sits past two other pieces of granite that are meant to symbolize the Mountain of Despair from King’s famous speech."

"National Memorial, in tribute to the celebrated Civil Rights leader, is now open on the banks of the Tidal Basin opposite the Jefferson Memorial."

"Arrive early at the Capitol Visitor Center (Hours are Monday-Saturday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.) and learn about the history of the U.S. government. The main entrance is located at the East Plaza between Constitution and Independence Avenues. Take a tour of the U.S. Capitol Building and see the Hall of Columns, the rotunda, and the old Supreme Court chambers."

"The Capitol Visitor Center has an exhibition gallery, two orientation theaters, a 550-seat cafeteria, two gift shops, and restrooms. Tours of the Capitol begin with a 13-minute orientation film and last approximately one hour."

"Owned by the North Dakota Farmers Union, it’s no surprise that Farmers Fishers Bakers focuses on made-from-scratch comfort food, a formula that along with its enormous menu and waterside location, has earned it a loyal following among locals. There’s something for every taste and time of day here: the restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and dishes range from scallop ceviche to prosciutto and fig pizza to St. Louis-style barbecue pork ribs. But the real star is the weekend brunch buffet, a $30 prix fixe extravaganza when diners can enjoy freshly baked cinnamon rolls, house-cured ham, customizable French toast, fried chicken, and more."

"The sister restaurant to the ever-popular Founding Farmers, this place does a great job of offering something for everyone. The menu jumps from pizzas to jambalayas to sushi and just about everything in between, with an emphasis on cocktails as well. The dessert shop churns out American classic treats like ice cream sandwiches and Hummingbird layer cake."

"Fresh, American dishes with a worldly influence - On the banks of the Potomac River, in Georgetown’s lively Washington Harbour area of our nation’s capital, ..."

"Let’s start building our list with a bakery that has made cookies its main focus. In the center of Adams Morgan, one of D.C.’s most lively neighborhoods for nightlife, Insomnia Cookies does its job to near perfection. Specializing in delivering warm and delicious snacks right to the doors of cookie fans, it is most proud of skillfully feeding its customers’ insatiable hunger, even if it hit at the most inappropriate hour."

"Insomnia Cookie, which also delivers, serves up warm and gooey chocolate chip cookies until 4 a.m. from Thursday to Saturday and 3 a.m. on Sunday to Wednesday."

"Its iconic storefront is a symbol of the U Street neighborhood and the nation’s capital at-large. No trip to the District is complete without dining on one of Ben's famous half-smokes, which you can purchase for just $5.95."

"is complete without ordering the district's signature dish, the half-smoke. And while many restaurants serve it, there’s only one worthy of your order: Ben’s Chili Bowl. The popular landmark diner has been feeding the..."

"Be sure to dress up, whether grooving to jazz or getting down to slick beats at a dance party. Howard Theatre has been refurbished to honor its original glory, anchoring the easternmost end of the U Street and Shaw neighborhoods and hosting big-name acts across R&B, pop and other genres."