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Best Things to Do in Washington, D.C., solo trip
National Mall is 95% Solo-Friendly
The Mall’s free monuments, Smithsonian museums, ranger tours, bike share and well-lit patrolled paths let solo visitors explore all day safely and cheaply without needing companions.
Recommended visit duration: 3-4 hours
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Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum is 95% Solo-Friendly
A solo visitor can roam 22 galleries at their own pace, grab free demo sessions, and immerse in labels and audio kiosks for hours without needing to coordinate with companions.
Recommended visit duration: 3–5 hours
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Library of Congress is 95% Solo-Friendly
A solo visitor can join free hourly tours, wander top-tier exhibits, or sit and research with a Reader ID, all in a safe, quiet space that is easy to navigate alone.
Recommended visit duration: 1-3 hours
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Lincoln Memorial is 92% Solo-Friendly
Free 24-hour access, ranger talks, and wide steps give a solo visitor history, quiet reflection, and safe photography time; only drawback is minimal shade on hot afternoons.
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours
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United States Capitol is 91% Solo-Friendly
Free timed tours, engrossing exhibits, and public galleries let a solo visitor dive deeply into U.S. history at their own pace; easy Metro access and thorough security keep logistics simple.
Recommended visit duration: 1-3 hours
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Our Full Tour of the US Capitol Building in Washington DC
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Washington Monument is 90% Solo-Friendly
The Monument offers timed tickets, short elevator ride, museum panels, and panoramic views that a single traveler can enjoy quickly without worrying about stroller bans or child needs.
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours
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Capitol Hill is 90% Solo-Friendly
A solo visitor can join free Capitol, Library, and Supreme Court tours, browse Eastern Market, and feel safe on well-patrolled grounds, with Metro access and many cafés for breaks.
Recommended visit duration: 3-5 hours
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Thomas Jefferson Memorial is 90% Solo-Friendly
A solo traveler can explore the rotunda at their own pace, join free ranger talks, photograph sunrise on the Tidal Basin loop, and feel safe here day or night because the site is staffed.
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours
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Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History is 90% Solo-Friendly
The free museum offers dozens of detailed halls, quiet Garden Lounge, free Wi-Fi, and clear signage, so a solo visitor can explore at personal pace for hours without logistic hassles.
Recommended visit duration: 3–5 hours
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The White House is 86% Solo-Friendly
A solo traveler can freely roam President’s Park, explore artifact-rich Visitor Center, join ranger talks, and avoid complex ticketing while tours are suspended, facing little logistical or cost burden.
Recommended visit duration: 1–2 hours
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Inside the NEW $300M White House Ballroom
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Preview of the new and enhanced White House Tour.
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