Washington, D.C. is a known hub of politics, historic sites and museums. When visiting the nation’s capital, we don’t want you to have to worry about what to do with your toddler. We are going to cover some fun, free things to do in D.C. with your young children.

1. Take a trip to the National Zoo

Gather up your whole family and head over to the and the Washington Monument. Go a little deeper into what you can do with younger kids when you step into the National Portrait Gallery, U.S. Botanic Garden and so many more spots across the city.

2. Head to the Smithsonian

Be sure to check out the . Introduce your children to the history of our planet at the National Museum of Natural History. Check out the dinosaurs, elephants, and whales! This one is fun for adults and children alike!

3. Smithsonian National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden.

Stroll through the , seeing sculptures both big and small, by artists like Chagall, Miró, Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen, Bourgeois and di Suvero.

In the winter months, an is set up, but in spring through fall, the fountain is on and the gardens are in bloom for babies and toddlers to explore.

4. Go check out the swimming ducks in the Lincoln Memorial Reflectiing pool

In the , you can see ducks swimming around in this shallow body of water, as well as in just north of the reflecting pool and east of the Vietnam War Memorial.

We hope you and your toddlers enjoy a trip to these beautiful attractions in D.C. While you’re here, check out these to fuel you and your family.!

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