National Capitol Columns vantage at U.S. National Arboretum

The National Arboretum's National Capitol Columns are a relocated set of 22 Corinthian columns placed on a grassy rise within the arboretum. The site sits on elevated terrain that offers clear sightlines across the Arboretum and toward parts of the Washington skyline; photographers and visitors frequently use it as a less-crowded viewpoint. The Arboretum is open to the public daily and the columns are an outdoor exhibit accessible without a separate ticket. Facilities and seasonal plantings nearby can affect access and sightlines.