Washington National Cathedral

A soaring neo-Gothic Episcopal cathedral, the sixth-largest in the world, famed for its stained glass (including a "Space Window" with a lunar rock), gargoyles, and a 30-story central tower. Go to escape the Mall crowds for a quieter, architecturally stunning landmark in a leafy uptown neighborhood. A ticket is required for sightseeing tours; worship and private prayer are always free, and hours vary by day, so check ahead.

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Address: 3101 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016Opens in Google Maps
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Image: Washington National Cathedral — via Wikimedia