Things to do near Smithsonian station
Real, Google-sourced attractions, restaurants and hotels within 5 km of the station — with distance, walking time, ratings and directions for every place.
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Things to do near Smithsonian
Smithsonian station on the Washington Metro sits within walking distance of 4 major attractions, 4 highly rated restaurants, and 4 nearby hotels — all within about 5 km. Every listing here is sourced directly from Google Places, so ratings, distances and photos reflect real, current data rather than a hand-picked guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do near Smithsonian station?
Near Smithsonian station on the Washington Metro, you'll find 12 highly rated places within a short walk, including National Mall, Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, National Museum of African American History and Culture.
What's the highest-rated place near Smithsonian station?
Pisco y Nazca Ceviche Gastrobar has the highest rating nearby at 4.9 out of 5, based on 27,177 Google reviews.
What's the closest place to Smithsonian station?
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History is the closest listed place, about 374 m away — roughly a 5 minute walk from Smithsonian station.
How many restaurants and hotels are near Smithsonian station?
There are 4 attractions, 4 restaurants and 4 hotels listed near Smithsonian station, all sourced from Google Places.
Are there family-friendly places near Smithsonian station?
Yes — 11 of the 12 places near Smithsonian station are tagged family-friendly by Google, including National Mall, Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, National Museum of African American History and Culture.
How accurate is this information?
Every place, rating, photo and video here comes directly from Google Places and YouTube — not a hand-written guide. Ratings and hours can change, so confirm anything time-sensitive before you go.
Data and photos from Google Places, generated August 23, 2026.