National Gallery of Art

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"The National Gallery of Art is a premier art museum renowned for its extensive and diverse collection. It is divided into two main buildings: the West Building, which houses European art from the Middle Ages to the 1800s, featuring works by masters like Leonardo da Vinci, Rembrandt, and Vermeer; and the East Building, which focuses on modern and contemporary art, showcasing pieces by artists such as Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol, and Alexander Calder. The museum also boasts beautiful sculptures and gardens."
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"One of the top three art museums in the United States by annual visitors, it has the only painting by Leonardo da Vinci in the Americas and is the only one that has no admission fee. Enjoy a visit and a refreshment at one of the cafés located inside. Tip: In winter, you can go ice skating in the Ice Rink at the Sculpture Garden at the National Gallery of Art. For more info visit - https://www.nga.gov/visit/ice-rink.html"
"The National Gallery of Art is home to exhibits spanning some 124 thousand works by more than 13 thousand artists from the Renaissance to present day! It's in a gorgeous building with a nice café. I feel like it could take days to walk around if you so desired!"

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Come with us for a whirl-wind trip to the capital city! This trip is planned for a Friday-Sunday weekend but could be adjusted to any 3 day travel window. DC is a great weekend destination because most activities are centrally located, and a majority of the museums and monuments included in this itinerary are completely free! Additionally, this trip is a great example of what you could expect if you book my "Premium Itinerary" travel services. 🧳Trip summary Day 1 - Travel & settle in Day 2 - Memorials & Government Day 3 - Museum highlights Why this guide? 📒 Hyper-detailed itinerary. This isn't your basic list of suggested activities & restaurants. Your days will be covered down to the minute, including time allotted for travel between activities and recommended transportation options. 🎟️ Advance ticket purchase recommendations. Avoid the lines - and disappointment - by booking tickets ahead of time. You'll be guaranteed entrance and will enjoy walking straight in, past any lines for ticket purchases. Special call outs for combo tickets to bundle and save will also be included where available! 🧾 Location-specific packing list. This won't be a comprehensive list (surely you've remembered your socks), but it will cover some key items to toss in your bag for a truly great experience at your destination. 🏆 Honorable mentions. Unless you booked a one way ticket (jealous!), you've only got a limited time to explore. The suggested itinerary includes my opinions of the best choices for first time visitors with general interest. Feel free to swap those out with any of the honorable mentions. ✨ And finally... If you are looking for a more tailored experience with a unique twist based on your interests, travel dates, and more, a custom itinerary may be best. I look forward to helping bring your vacation vision to life!
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