Fort Fisher State Recreation Area provides a glimpse into Civil War history as well as the opportunity for a great day at the beach.

North Carolina Aquariums are located at Roanoke Island, Pine Knoll Shores and Fort Fisher. Being reasonably priced and highly educational, the Aquariums are a must-see attraction for every Carolina family and tourists on the Carolina coast.

Plan to spend a minimum of 2 hours at the Aquarium, and to enjoy some refreshment at the Snack Bar at the end of your tour.

Located on Fayetteville Street in the heart of downtown Raleigh are 2 museums. They are both "must-see" for North Carolina citizens and anyone traveling near Raleigh.

The North Carolina Museum of Life and Science in Durham is great place for visitors of all ages, but with hundreds of hands-on exhibits, it is especially great for school-aged visitors.

In 1947, the NC General Assembly budgeted $1 million to acquire works of art. From that and private donations, a collection of paintings and sculptures was assembled and the North Carolina Museum of Art opened to the public in 1956. The collection is divided in a a number of galleries with works dating from 3000 BC to the present.

Soaring 555 feet above the National Mall in Washington DC, the Washington Monument honors our first President, George Washington. Construction on the monument began on July 4 1848, and the capstone was laid on December 6 1884. At the time, it was the world's tallest structure and held that honor until the Eiffel Tower was completed in 1889.

Visitors can take an elevator to the top of the monument for breath-taking views of 30-40 miles on clear days, and spectacular views of the Capitol on any day.

The Lincoln Memorial is the icon of memorials. The memorial itself is memorialized on the penny, making this one of the most recognizable in America.