Some of the most preferred outdoor sports and nature spots in Washington DC are:

Washington Harbour: The harbor provides a fascinating blend of the scenic beauty of Potomac riverfront and social pleasures of Georgetown.

Hains Point: This riverside park offers a cool and refreshing recline for visitors especially during the scorching summers

Meridian Hill Park: From long French promenades to Renaissance terraces, the place features a variety of European park styles. Some of the finest hotels near this park include- The Churchill Hotel, the DuPont Hotel, Washington Plaza Hotel, St. Gregory Hotel and Suites and the Quincy etc.

Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens: This 12-acre marshland park is a great place to catch the early morning blooming water-bound plants. Enjoy the sights of over 100,000 flowering plants and fauna. While here, you need not trouble for comfortable lodging as there are many fine hotels near this garden like- Beacon Hotel, Renaissance Mayflower Hotel, Marriott Crystal Gateway, Grand Hyatt Washington, Hay Adams Hotel and Marriott Washington Metro Center.