The wedding will be held close to our Nation’s Capital, so there are lots to do. You will also be here during the National Cherry Blossom Festival (March 20-April 13) with the end of season celebration parade to be held on April 13, 2025. https://nationalcherryblossomfestival.org/

I’m including some of my favorite places to visit. Even though most of the museums and Federal buildings have free entry, some require reservations. So, plan accordingly.

The Smithsonian Institution, this world-renowned museum and research complex consists of 17 museums, galleries and a zoo.

https://www.si.edu/

The U.S. Capitol

https://www.visitthecapitol.gov/visit/book-a-tour

Library of Congress

https://www.loc.gov/visit/

Take some time to stroll in historical Alexandria, VA. (Distance from Crystal City: 4.5 miles or 4 train stops away)

https://visitalexandria.com/

Or visit Georgetown, DC

https://www.georgetowndc.com/

Mount Vernon -George Washington’s preserved estate (Distance from Crystal City: 11.8 miles going on local roads)

https://www.mountvernon.org/

For more information on activities during your stay, check out the Washington DC Official Visitor Guide

https://digital.milespartnership.com/publication/?i=830760&p=20&view=issueViewer