One of the best cities to visit on the east coast of the United States is Washington, D.C. It has of the most interesting landmarks and tourist spots in the country. There are many monuments to visit, such as Lincoln Memorial, the Jefferson Memorial, and the Washington Monument (the tallest building in Washington). For more excitement, the area called Georgetown in northwest Washington is famous for its shopping, restaurants, and nightclubs. Finally, there is the White House tour. On this tour, people actually walk through many rooms and view the home of the president of the United States. Washington, D.C., is not as large or as famous as New York City , but it has an appeal on its own.