Several years ago, when researching my book on jewelry history, I got on a train to DC in search of a legend. I knew, in order to finish my project, I needed to stand in front of the Hope Diamond.

Every item on this page was chosen by a Town & Country editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. What’s the best hotel in Washington, DC? The city, which has long catered ...

Washington DC’s monuments are grand structures that tell the story of America— inspiring, deeply human, and rich with history. With so much to see and experience in this bustling city, it can be ...

If the District sleeps alone at night, as the Postal Service song suggests, the city certainly awakens by day. It becomes alive with the buzz of politics and history, lobbyists and tourists. Living in ...

Epic Guide to the Lincoln Memorial in Washington DC including things to see, history, how to get to the park, and so much more. The Lincoln Memorial is a must-visit during a trip to the nation's ...

Cherry blossoms at the National Cathedral. Photo courtesy of Washington.org. Once you’ve hit all the museums and the monuments and memorials that peak your interest, there are still a seemingly ...

Covering a vast range of artistic styles and mediums, there’s something for every art aficionado in Washington, DC. Here are 15 museums, galleries, and other artsy destinations worth visiting. The ...

“It’s beautiful, it’s gorgeous,” said Lisa Chandler, who is in town from Denver, Colo. “It’s a whole D.C. experience walking around to the front of the White House, and then going to the back, going ...

Washington, D.C., had a record number of tourists in 2024, but officials are less optimistic about the city’s outlook for international tourism in 2025. Destination DC announced Tuesday that 27.2 ...