Being from the DMV one of my favorite things every summer is to go gallavanting around DC. Why? Because I can, and guess what? A lot of the things there are FREE, or you get a killer deal. So if you're in the area, instead of laying poolside all summer or hitting the mall or watching all the Netflix you can, which I have a hard time not doing too, try somthing new! Get out of the house and see what DC has to offer! Here are some of the things I do.

1. Go to the zoo

First, it's free! Two? It has pandas, a pretty cool reptile exhibit, elephants and more! It's a mandatory stop while you're in DC.

2. Go to the museums

Another free wonderful thing to do in DC. Whether you're in to history or art or space, DC will have a museum for you! So you can further understand how many options you have click this link: https://www.si.edu/museums

3. See an outdoor movie!

What's more fun then getting a cooler and a blanket and seeing a movie on a beautiful summer night? Follow this link to see the available times, movies and locations: http://www.dcoutdoorfilms.com/

4. Go to a summer festival

Whether you're looking to see some music or a barbecue battle, DC probable has it for you. So check out this link for the dates, times and fun in store: https://washington.org/article/summer-festivals-dc

5. Go monument-hopping

Want a photo op? Go to all the monuments around the city! See how creative your picture poses can get.

BONUS IF YOU'RE 21 AND OVER

6. Bottomless mimosa brunches in DC

I don't think I need to talk anyone into this one.