{"id":14100,"date":"2022-12-30T07:17:40","date_gmt":"2022-12-30T12:17:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.traveldc.us.com\/en-us\/?post_type=featured&#038;p=14100"},"modified":"2023-11-29T08:49:42","modified_gmt":"2023-11-29T13:49:42","slug":"how-to-walk-around-the-national-mall-dc","status":"publish","type":"featured","link":"https:\/\/www.traveldc.us.com\/en-us\/featured\/how-to-walk-around-the-national-mall-dc\/","title":{"rendered":"Efficiently touring Washington, D.C.&#8217;s National Mall"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">The United States is home to many famous cities like New York, Seattle, and San Francisco, but one city that you must visit is the capital, Washington, D.C.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"styled_h2\">A must-visit location in Washington, D.C. is the National Mall<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-14537 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldc.us.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/washington-monument-and-reflecting-pool-1024x768.png\" alt=\"\u30ef\u30b7\u30f3\u30c8\u30f3\u8a18\u5ff5\u5854\u3068\u30ea\u30d5\u30ec\u30af\u30c6\u30a3\u30f3\u30b0\u30d7\u30fc\u30eb\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldc.us.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/washington-monument-and-reflecting-pool-1024x768.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldc.us.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/washington-monument-and-reflecting-pool-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldc.us.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/washington-monument-and-reflecting-pool-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/www.traveldc.us.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/washington-monument-and-reflecting-pool-1536x1152.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.traveldc.us.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/washington-monument-and-reflecting-pool.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The National Mall is a long, narrow national park located in the center of Washington, D.C. Surrounding this park are numerous important American buildings and landmarks, allowing you to immerse yourself in American culture and history just by exploring the area.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"styled_h3\">Model itinerary for monument sightseeing: part 1<\/h3>\n<p>Due to the vast size of the National Mall, it is recommended to plan your visit by selecting the specific spots you want to see rather than wandering aimlessly.<\/p>\n<p>One recommended itinerary starts from the Washington Monument and heads towards the Lincoln Memorial. The Washington Monument is located at the center of the park, and from its top, you can enjoy panoramic views of the entire city.<\/p>\n<div class=\"cardlink\">\n    <a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/www.traveldc.us.com\/en-us\/featured\/walking-around-the-memorials-in-national-mall-dc\/\">\n     <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldc.us.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/lincoln-memorial.png\">\n    <\/a>\n    <div class=\"content\">\n     <div class=\"title_area\">\n      <div class=\"meta\">\n       <p class=\"date\">2022.12.29<\/p>\n       <p class=\"modified_date\">2023.11.29<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"title\">\n       <a href=\"https:\/\/www.traveldc.us.com\/en-us\/featured\/walking-around-the-memorials-in-national-mall-dc\/\">\u3010Model Itinerary\u3011A Walking Tour of the Monuments Scattered in the National Mall<\/a>\n      <\/div>\n     <\/div>\n     <p class=\"desc\"><span>The National Mall in Washington, D.C. is home to numerous famous touri...<\/span><\/p>\n    <\/div>\n   <\/div>\n\n<p>On the way from the Washington Monument to the Lincoln Memorial, you can visit monuments commemorating those who lost their lives in wars, such as the World War II Memorial, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and the Korean War Veterans Memorial. Take the time to reflect on the tragedies of past wars and pray for world peace as you explore these monuments.<\/p>\n<p>The Lincoln Memorial, which serves as the endpoint, is a building dedicated to the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. Inside, you will find a statue of President Lincoln.<\/p>\n<div class=\"cardlink\">\n    <a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/www.traveldc.us.com\/en-us\/gallery\/explore-the-lincoln-memorial\/\">\n     <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldc.us.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/lincoln-memorial.png\">\n    <\/a>\n    <div class=\"content\">\n     <div class=\"title_area\">\n      <div class=\"meta\">\n       <p class=\"date\">2018.06.02<\/p>\n       <p class=\"modified_date\">2024.02.26<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"title\">\n       <a href=\"https:\/\/www.traveldc.us.com\/en-us\/gallery\/explore-the-lincoln-memorial\/\">Approaching the Appeal of the Lincoln Memorial, a Representative Tourist Attraction in Washington, D.C.<\/a>\n      <\/div>\n     <\/div>\n     <p class=\"desc\"><span>\"the Government of the People, by the People, for the People.\"\r\n...<\/span><\/p>\n    <\/div>\n   <\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"styled_h3\">Model itinerary for monument sightseeing: part 2<\/h3>\n<p>The second recommended itinerary for exploring the National Mall starts from the Washington Monument and heads towards the United States Capitol. The Capitol is located opposite to the Lincoln Memorial. Completed in 1866, it is a world-famous building with a distinct dome shape. Visitors can take guided tours of the interior, which is open to the public. While same-day tickets may be available, it can get crowded, so it is advisable to make reservations in advance.<\/p>\n<div class=\"cardlink\">\n    <a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/www.traveldc.us.com\/en-us\/gallery\/visiting-inside-of-the-capitol\/\">\n     <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldc.us.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/west-front-of-the-us-capitol.png\">\n    <\/a>\n    <div class=\"content\">\n     <div class=\"title_area\">\n      <div class=\"meta\">\n       <p class=\"date\">2018.11.28<\/p>\n       <p class=\"modified_date\">2024.02.27<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"title\">\n       <a href=\"https:\/\/www.traveldc.us.com\/en-us\/gallery\/visiting-inside-of-the-capitol\/\">Unveiling the Marvels of the United States Capitol Building: Explore the Rotunda and Crypt<\/a>\n      <\/div>\n     <\/div>\n     <p class=\"desc\"><span>The United States Capitol Building, a symbol of American democracy, ...<\/span><\/p>\n    <\/div>\n   <\/div>\n\n<p>This route also features numerous museums that are part of the renowned Smithsonian Institution. With a variety of museums to choose from, there is something to suit the preferences of every visitor. Since it would be impossible to visit all the museums in one day, it&#8217;s recommended to check in advance which ones align with your interests.<\/p>\n<div class=\"cardlink\">\n    <a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/www.traveldc.us.com\/en-us\/featured\/visiting-museums-located-national-mall-in-72-hours\/\">\n     <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldc.us.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/national-gallery-of-art-dc.png\">\n    <\/a>\n    <div class=\"content\">\n     <div class=\"title_area\">\n      <div class=\"meta\">\n       <p class=\"date\">2022.12.28<\/p>\n       <p class=\"modified_date\">2023.11.29<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"title\">\n       <a href=\"https:\/\/www.traveldc.us.com\/en-us\/featured\/visiting-museums-located-national-mall-in-72-hours\/\">\u3010Model Itinerary\u3011Exploring the Art Museums and Museums Scattered in the National Mall in 72 Hours<\/a>\n      <\/div>\n     <\/div>\n     <p class=\"desc\"><span>Washington, D.C. is known for its government institutions such as the ...<\/span><\/p>\n    <\/div>\n   <\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"styled_h2\">If You are getting to know the United States, go to the National Mall<\/h2>\n<p>The National Mall offers numerous spots where you can learn about American history and culture. Visit this iconic location and take a leisurely stroll while immersing yourself in the beauty of America.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":14261,"template":"","featured_category":[69,65,77],"class_list":["post-14100","featured","type-featured","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","featured_category-city-walking","featured_category-sightseeing","featured_category-trivia"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.traveldc.us.com\/en-us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/featured\/14100","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.traveldc.us.com\/en-us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/featured"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.traveldc.us.com\/en-us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/featured"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.traveldc.us.com\/en-us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.traveldc.us.com\/en-us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/14261"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.traveldc.us.com\/en-us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=14100"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"featured_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.traveldc.us.com\/en-us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/featured_category?post=14100"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}