Because Washington, DC, is so rich in American history and culture, this city offers numerous sightseeing attractions. While the list of sightseeing attractions may be many, you'll want to do your best to see as many of these attractions as you can.

Albert Einstein Memorial - See a 7,000-pound bronze statue of one of the most well-known geniuses of our time.

Arlington House - For thirty years, this is where Robert E. Lee and his family resided. At this memorial, you'll see a great piece of nineteenth century history!

Arlington National Cemetery - View the gravesites of over 300,000 American veterans, from the Revolutionary War to the War on Terror.

Brush-Everard House - Located next to the Governor's Palace, this elaborate house was the home of John Brush and his family and later the Everard family during the eighteenth century.

Bruton Parish Church - Established in the seventeenth century, this church has not only served as a place of worship but also as a hospital and storehouse on several occasions.

Christ Church - See the beautiful church building where many famous individuals have worshipped throughout history.

Emancipation Statue - This amazing statue portrays the freedom granted to African Americans at the time of Abraham Lincoln's reading of the Emancipation Proclamation.

FBI Building - See how the United States government's most sophisticated and high-tech organization that fights and investigates crime.

Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial - By looking at this memorial, you'll get an incredible view of the U.S.'s 32nd president and the 12 years of American history during his time in office.

Governor's Palace - Built in the early eighteenth century, this elegant building has been the home of many of Virginia's governor's.

House and Senate Office Buildings - See where the House and Senate work by taking a tour of these recently built office buildings.

Jefferson Memorial - Gaze at the 19-foot statue of Thomas Jefferson and read some of his famous quotes at this memorial.

John F. Kennedy Gravesite at Arlington National Cemetery - This 3.2-acre site commemorates JFK and his passion for his country and his people.

Korean War Veterans Memorial - This memorial of 19 statues, a massive mural wall, 2,400 photographs, and more commemorates those who have served in the Korean War.

Library of Congress - See more than 29 million books, 2.7 million recordings, 12 million photographs, 4.8 million maps, and 58 million manuscripts at this historic federal cultural institution.

Lincoln Memorial - No trip to DC is complete without visiting the 19-foot statue of Abraham Lincoln along with the carved text of the Gettysburg address among Greek-style Doric columns.

National Archives - Among many reference materials, you'll find the Constitution, the Declaration of Independence, and the Bill of Rights here.

National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial - At this beautifully landscaped memorial, you'll be able to see the names of over 17,000 American law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty on a large wall. 

Old Stone House - Throughout the centuries, this house, the oldest standing structure predating the creation of the District of Columbia, has been the location of a residence, paint store, clock shop, haberdashery, and an office for a used car lot.

Powder Magazine - Built during the Revolutionary War, this structure has been used to store weapons and military supplies, a marketplace, and church before becoming an exhibit space for Colonial Williamsburg.

Public Gaol - This served as the jail for Revolutionary War spies, military prisoners, deserters, traitors, debtors, runaway slaves, and the mentally ill throughout early American history.

Raleigh Tavern - Throughout the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, Virginian colonists used this place for meetings, dining, games, dancing, theatrical productions, and slave auctions.

Supreme Court of the United States - Visit this elaborate temple to learn all about the United States judicial system.

The Capitol in Colonial Williamsburg - Used as the nation's capitol until 1779, this building has seen its fair share of American history.

The Castle - Located in the National Mall, this building is the oldest and one of the most well known buildings at the Smithsonian.

The College of William and Mary - This institution is the second oldest of its kind in the nation, and it has the oldest academic building that is still being used today.

Colonial Courthouse - This historical courthouse was built in 1783 to celebrate the victory of the Revolutionary War and served as a vital part of the Williamsburg community.

The Decatur House - See the artifacts and gardens of this historical house that has been the home for notable figures such as Stephen Decatur, Henry Clay, Edward Livingston, and others.

The Home of George Wythe - This historic home was the residence of one of Colonial America's leading political figures, and it was the headquarters for General George Washington and General Rochembeau at different periods.

The National Christmas Tree - See the 40-foot Colorado Spruce that is over 80 years old in the lawn of the White House all lit up for Christmas.

The Pentagon - See the incredible 3.7 million square foot Department of Defense, one of the largest office buildings in the world.

The Petersen House - This is where President Abraham Lincoln was taken directly after being shot at Ford's Theater.

The Reflecting Pool - This pool faces the massive statue of Abraham Lincoln in the Lincoln Memorial; the pool is over a third of a mile long and 167 feet wide.

The Ulysses S. Grant Memorial - Featuring three bronze statues, this memorial commemorates the Civil War general and President of the United States.

Tomb of the Unknowns at Arlington National Cemetery - This tomb is dedicated to the missing and unknown soldiers of World Wars I and II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War.

Tudor Place - See historical documents, paintings, beautiful gardens and antiques, plus the grand American neoclassical architecture, at this six generation home.

U.S. Capitol - View this expansive landmark to learn all about the history and workings of American democracy in the Senate and House of Representatives' chambers, the Rotunda, and the living museum of American history.

U.S. Marine Corps Memorial - Iwo Jima - This memorial honors Marines fallen in the line of duty and the famous statue of soldiers raising the American Flag on Iwo Jima.

U.S. Navy Memorial - This memorial commemorates the valor of those who have served and are serving in the Navy. See a map of the world carved into a sidewalk, gorgeous fountains, and U.S. Navy Memorial Museum.

United States Botanic Garden - Right by the Capitol, you'll be able to see a conservatory and Bartholdi Park gardens with about 26,000 plants for both places.

Vietnam Veterans Memorial - Besides "The Wall," you'll see the famous Three Serviceman statue and the Vietnam Women's Memorial here.

Vietnam Women's Memorial - This memorial is a tribute to the 11,500 women, primarily nurses, who served during the Vietnam War.

Washington Monument - This monument, symbolizing the importance and simple elegance of George Washington, features great architecture and an interior of 193 memorial stones from states, cities, and patriotic societies since 1848.

Washington National Cathedral - Here, you can enjoy stunning architecture and decorations or a worship service at one of the most famous cathedrals in the nation and world.

White House Visitor Center - At this visitor center, you can get information about the White House and see several historical artifacts.

Woodlawn Plantation - Built in 1805, this home was a gift from George Washington to his granddaughter "Nelly" Custis along with 2000 acres of his Mount Vernon estate.

Woodrow Wilson House - Visit this Georgian Revival style home of the twenty-eighth U.S. president Woodrow Wilson, located on Embassy Row.

World War II Memorial - Located between the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial, this memorial commemorates the 16 million Americans who served in World War II.