The Best Things to Do in Washington, D.C.

"Spanning 163 acres in Rock Creek Park, the free-entry National Zoo houses more than 2,700 animals across nearly 400 species, with popular areas like the Asia Trail, the kids' farm, and the Africa Trail — note that timed-entry passes and parking info should be checked before you go." - Dobrina Zhekova Dobrina Zhekova Dobrina Zhekova is a writer with over a decade of editorial experience in Europe and the U.S. She covers luxury travel, art, architecture, and design. Her writing has appeared on InStyle.com, Vogue.com, Elle.com, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines