The Smithsonian Passport Makes Visiting Washington, D.C. Even More of an Adventure

Since its founding, Washington, DC has grown significantly. Today, the city is home to many cultural institutions and sites, including museums, memorials, parks, libraries, performing arts centers, theatres, and universities. More than 20 million people from around the world visit the city every year, taking in the sights not just on the National Mall but throughout the city. 

Whether you're a tourist visiting for cherry blossom season or a local who hasn't checked everything off their DC list, The Smithsonian Passport is a fun way to experience the nation's capital. When you visit an attraction, you can take its stamp from the sheet at the back of the book and place it on the corresponding page to help you keep track of where you’ve been and what you’ve seen!

Here are 4 can't-miss sites from its pages. Where would you visit first?
 

National Archives

National Museum of Natural History

US Botanic Garden

Renwick Gallery

Read more in The Smithsonian Passport, which is available from Smithsonian Books. Visit Smithsonian Books’ website to learn more about its publications and a full list of titles. 

Excerpt from The Smithsonian Passport © 2025 by Smithsonian Institution