Smithsonian National museum of natural history

Smithsonian National museum of natural history

Natural history museum of Smithsonian museum is definitely a fun place to visit if you like minerals. If you want to see everything in the museum you need at least a full day to have a look. Many families with kids come for a visit, 

99 Ranch market

99 Ranch market

I only knew 99 Ranch market in California but found it’s also in Virginia! I think H mart has more products that I can buy but I guess it’s better for Chinese if they want something specific here. The ramen sold at the food court 

Great Falls (Tavern visitor center side)

Great Falls (Tavern visitor center side)

Parked at the Tavern Visiter Center side and walked to the look out deck for Great falls. It took roughly 30mins for a walk as a roundtrip to the look out. There are stairs in between the paths but they aren’t so steep. It suddenly 

The Friends Experience NY

The Friends Experience NY

It took roughly about an hour and a half to look around the venue and take photos. This place is really about taking pictures of everything with yourself in the studios of Friends sitcom. There were so many people inside so you can’t be there 

Edge (Hudson yards)

Edge (Hudson yards)

It took longer time to get in and out of the venue with unexpected waits but the scenery was just stunning. Edge is a neat and modern place to enjoy the beautiful wide views of New York, the observatory itself isn’t that big though. Would 

Van Gogh ; The immersive experience

Van Gogh ; The immersive experience

It took about an hour to go through and view all the experiences of this exhibition. It wasn’t as diverse as I was expecting but as a fan of Gogh’s pictures it was worth a visit.

Luray cavern area

Luray cavern area

It was a beautiful cave easy to walk not a single stairs through the cave perfect for families with baby cart and seniors. It took about an hour to look around the cave. Small museums near the area to enjoy togther after the cave tour.

US marine corps war memorial, Netherlands carillon

US marine corps war memorial, Netherlands carillon

Some parts of the memorial park and the carillon was under construction.

Rio lakefront

Rio lakefront

Good place to take a walk and shop. Many restaurants and a big target shop is located in the mall area. Carousel, boat riding spot and a playground is there too. www.riolakefront.com

Smithsonian National Zoological Park

Smithsonian National Zoological Park

Great place to visit for a short zoo park tour. I could see families with kids living in the area come often since it’s free admission. nationalzoo.si.edu