Other Dog Activities Near DCA Airport

Enjoy a stroll with Fido on the dog-friendly grounds surrounding National Mall, a historic landmark in Washington, DC. Canines are welcome to join you for a casual walk past the monuments, memorials, and to admire views across Tidal Basin. The large lawns are also ideal for a picnic or game of frisbee with your four-legged companion.

Founded in 1974 in an old munitions plant, the Torpedo Factory Art Center in Alexandria, VA, is a dog-friendly art studio that is known for having the largest amount of working artists in one place. There's all sorts of art for you and Fido to view inside, including painting, ceramics, photography, jewelry, stained glass, fiber, printmaking, and sculpture.

Lost Boy Cider is a dog-friendly cidery in Alexandria, VA. Up to two leashed, licensed, and vaccinated dogs per person are welcome to join their owners at this cider house and enjoy the fun. No cider or food consumption for dogs is allowed. You can sometimes find food trucks and other fun events; check their website for the current schedule.

Enjoy a stroll with Fido on the dog-friendly grounds surrounding Thomas Jefferson Memorial, a historic landmark in Washington, DC. This spectacular memorial is a columned rotunda in the style of Rome's Pantheon. Canines are welcome to join you for a casual walk past the monuments, memorials, and to admire views across Tidal Basin.

National Arboretum in Washington, DC is dog-friendly and leashed pets are welcome to join you as you explore 446 acres of gardens. Dogs are not allowed on tram tours of the arboretum, but you can drive through the grounds or walk with your pet.

Allow Fido to accompany you on dog-friendly grounds of FDR Memorial in Washington, DC. The Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial is a presidential memorial dedicated to the 32nd President of the United States. The memorial is the second of two that have been constructed in Washington to commemorate FDR and offers leashed dogs the chance to join their owners on the pathways that weave through the area. The popular place also pays homage to Fala, FDR's Scottish Terrier. One of the most famous presidential pets, Fala was often by the president's side and is commemorated by a statue at the memorial. You can enhance your visit with an audio tour or just enjoy a self-guided tour together.

The K9 Corps at Historic Congressional Cemetery is a private dog walking program, bringing life, community, and volunteerism to this extraordinary burial ground in Washington, DC. Dog walking at the cemetery is permitted by membership only. Membership is annual and runs from March 1st through the last day of February the following year. Prospective members may sign up by clicking on the Waitlist tab on the Cemetery Dogs website. The K9 Corps membership dues provide for maintenance of the grounds and assists with administrative costs. It is organized for the continued support of the ongoing work at Historic Congressional Cemetery through funds raised from donations and each member's ongoing volunteer work. Day passes can be obtained at the front gate for a small fee.

Snouts & Stouts is a dog-friendly bar in Arlington, VA, connected to Canine Cardio. The venue features a special dog menu alongside food and drinks for pet parents, creating a fun social atmosphere for humans and their pups alike. Please note that dogs must remain leashed at all times.

On a tour of historical Washington, D.C. sites, make a stop at the Lincoln Memorial where the gardens are dog friendly. Fido is welcome to join you on the grounds, but only small dogs that can be carried are permitted on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial.

Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial in Washington DC is dog friendly. Located in West Potomac Park, this 4-acre memorial includes the Stone of Hope, a granite statue of Martin Luther King carved by sculptor Lei Yixin. Pets are allowed around the Tidal Basin and on the grounds of the memorials, but not inside the memorials themselves. Just make sure that Fido’s leash is 6 feet long or shorter.

Dogs are welcome at the Smithsonian Gardens, a pet-friendly attraction in Washington DC. This outdoor extension of the Smithsonian Museums is a lovely place for a stroll with your pooch. The vivid and colorful plants that make up the gorgeous gardens are specially selected and are designed to inspire visitors to engage with plants and gardens in their day to day life. Unfortunately, pets are not permitted in the Enid A. Haupt Garden or the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, but they can join you elsewhere. The gardens are always open.

Fido is permitted on the dog-friendly landscaped grounds surrounding the stunning Washington Monument in Washington, DC. Built to honor George Washington, the United States' first president, this 555-foot monument is a sight to behold. Pets are allowed around the Tidal Basin and on the grounds of the memorials, but not inside the memorials themselves. Dogs must be kept on a leash during your visit.

Located in Washington, DC, Lost Generation Brewing Company is a speakeasy themed bar that is dog friendly. If you'd like to bring your furry friend along, they welcome well-behaved, leashed pups at any of their tables. The bar specializes in IPAs and lagers, with 16 varieties on tap. Food is not made on site, but they have rotating food trucks and encourage guests to bring outside food, whether it's from home, delivery service or a favorite restaurant.

Check out the pet-friendly REI Co-op Kayak & Paddleboard Rentals in Oxon Hill, MD. Your well-behaved pup is welcome to join you on these dog-friendly rentals as you spend a day exploring the National Harbor.

Other Half Brewing is a dog-friendly taproom in Washington, DC. Well-behaved, leashed pups are welcome indoors and on the covered patio (excluding the rooftop area). Your pooch is sure to get some extra love from the friendly staff. Enjoy a draft beer or soft drink paired with tasty snacks. Outside food is also welcome

Experience The Yards Park with Fido, a dog-friendly waterfront destination in the Capitol Riverfront neighborhood. Located in Washington, DC, just south of Capitol Hill and to the east of Nationals Ballpark, this thoughtfully-designed park is a place to be active or relax and enjoy the outdoors. Dogs are permitted to be off-leash in the fenced Dog Run, just east of the Great Lawn, but must be leashed when exploring the rest of the park. This scenic park features open grassy areas and well-landscaped outdoor rooms, a waterfall, an elevated overlook, iconic bridge, light sculpture, and a riverfront boardwalk.