Part of the original design for the federal city, this massive park stretches from the US Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial and around the Tidal Basin to the Jefferson Memorial. It has played host to many momentous, world-changing events throughout history including the 1963 March on Washington, the Million Man March and several presidential inaugurations. Today, the National Mall serves as a place for reflection, a memorial to American heroes, a symbol of freedom and a forum for the exercise of democracy. The Smithsonian museums, the Vietnam Memorial, the Reflecting Pool and the iconic Washington Monument are some of the most well-known of the National Mall's many iconic sites. Certainly, any visit to Washington DC should start with a tour of the United States National Mall, aptly named America's front yard.
Rock Creek Park was founded in 1890 and is operated by the National Park Service, a bureau within the Department of the Interior. The park has a variety of animals and plants, including coyotes, raccoons, owls, deer and various species of trees. It offers a wide variety of activities and facilities, including interpretative and educational programs, concerts, a Shakespearean theater, bicycling, more than 30 picnic areas, playgrounds and over 25 soft- and hard-surface tennis courts. Its activities and facilities also include hiking and bridle trails, an exercise course, roller blading, and an 18-hole public course with a clubhouse, lockers and a snack bar. It has a boat center that offers lessons and provides bicycles, kayaks, canoes, small sailboats and rowing equipment on rent. Rock Creek Park is located in Washington, D.C.
Head to the Tidal Basin if you're seeking something to do on a lazy Sunday afternoon. Set in picturesque surroundings, it is truly a visual treat. Found between the Thomas Jefferson Memorial and Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial, it covers a vast area of 107 acres (43 hectares). Also utilized as a means for flushing the Washington Channel, it is maintained and operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Thus, explore the Tidal Basin for a leisurely activity and have a unique experience.
Along the city's waterfront is the wonderful Yards Park, which opened in September 2010. A stunning example of how urban planning can play such a vital role in ensuring that city-dwellers enjoy their time in the city, this park comes replete with fountains, a pool, jogging tracks, biking trails, waterside lawns, shopping spots, cafes, bars and more. Also, a special platform has been constructed here to host outdoor events like concerts, community get-togethers, dog shows, and festivals.
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