In the middle of the National Mall, in front of the Smithsonian Arts and Industries building you can find the Smithsonian Carousel. The Carousel brings a bit of whimsy that you really don’t find any where else in the National Mall. The original Carousel was installed in 1967 and was replaced by the current carousel … Read more
Location http://www.mnh.si.edu/ Address: National Mall – Washington, DC Gordie’s Review (3.5 years): “I liked the dinosaurs”Nicky’s Review (11 months): (signing) “Fish!” Day Pass Cost: Free!Food Services: Cafeteria/Cafes that focus on focus on local, all-natural, organic, sustainable, made from scratch food.Age Range: All ages.Stay Length: Expect to spend at least 2 hours, depending on your level of interest … Read more
Location http://airandspace.si.edu/ Address: Chantilly, Virginia (roughly 45 minutes outside of Washington, DC)Day Pass Cost: Free!Parking Cost: $15 per carFood Services: McDonalds.Age Range: 7+Stay Length: Expect to spend at least 2 hours, depending on your level of interest you could easily spend all day.Worth the Trip: If you have the time and an interest in airplanes, you’ll be … Read more