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Watkins Nature Center
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Watkins Nature Center offers a mix of indoor exhibits and outdoor trails, making it suitable for a 1-2 hour family outing, especially with younger children. It pairs well with a picnic or other activities at the larger Watkins Regional Park, and admission is free.
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Tours near Watkins Nature Center
Bookable experiences within about 15 miles of Watkins Nature Center.
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3- Hour Private Customizable Washington, DC Tour
5.0 (22)3 hr11.4 mi awayFrom $450
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3- Hour Private Customizable Moonlight Washington DC Tour
5.0 (15)3 hr11.4 mi awayFrom $450
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Alexandria Haunted Holiday Ghost Tour
5.0 (15)1 hr14.4 mi awayFrom $20
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Walking Tour in George Washington's Alexandria
5.0 (15)1.5 hr14.4 mi awayFrom $30
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