Best 243 things to do in Washington, DC

Walk Cleveland Park from Washington National Cathedral to McLean Gardens

Walk Dupont Circle and Embassy Row for Gilded Age mansions, diplomacy, and scandals

Paddle the Anacostia River with a single kayak rental

Rent a double kayak on the Anacostia River from James Creek Marina

Rent a single kayak at Fletcher’s and paddle the Potomac at your own pace

Rent a stand-up paddleboard at Fletcher’s on the Potomac River

Enjoy a sit-on-top double kayak rental for 1 to 4 hours with gear included

Paddle the Potomac with a stable canoe rental at Fletcher’s

Rent a rowboat at Fletcher’s and explore the Potomac at your own pace

Explore the C&O Canal Towpath or Capital Crescent Trail on an easy-to-ride beach cruiser

Sip craft cocktails and explore U Street’s jazz heritage with a guide

Eat your way through Georgetown with hearty tastings and local history

Walk DC’s U Street and taste local flavors with stories of Black Broadway

Paddle a sit-on-top single kayak from Columbia Island Marina

Walk Old Town Alexandria and taste dishes at family-owned restaurants

Taste Georgetown’s culinary past and present on a guided neighborhood walk

Taste Capitol Hill’s culinary history through dishes from neighborhood restaurants and markets

Taste your way through San Diego’s Little Italy with a guided 3.5-hour walk

Meet adoptable rescue cats while supporting their care

Explore National Harbor from the water on a pedal boat

Glide across the water on a stable stand-up paddleboard for a flexible 1- or 2-hour session

Paddle together on calm waters with flexible 2–4 hour rental options

Paddle solo with flexible 2–4 hour kayak rental

Paddle scenic waters with flexible 2–4 hour hire durations