
With the heart of US government inhabiting its monumental core, Washington DC is one of the world's most instantly recognisable cities. Time Out's local experts give the low-down on this famous patch of l&, its buildings & their meaning. They also look beyond the institutional icons
- the White House, Capitol & more
- to take the pulse of the wider Washington. The city's museums are world-class & definitive. Whether it's the 15 sites of the venerable Smithsonian Institution, the brand new Museum of the American Indian or the National Air & Space Museum, these collections reflect America's perception of itself. But beyond both the buttoned-down corridors of power & the national collections, lies yet another Washington
- a diverse cityscape that is home to a vibrant cultural life, with award-winning restaurants, innovative art & a unique home-grown music scene.