The Carousel on the National Mall is an old-fashioned carousel on the National Mall with a great view of the Washington monument and Capitol Building.
We visited the National Mall on the fourth of July. One of the best I've ever had. This was definitely on my "bucket list" and didn't dissappoint. There are vendors and tents all over the mall, and the Smithsonian puts on different activities all weekend. It is very crowded, so be prepared to wait in line for food and drinks and for the carousel, but the fireworks are awesome, and we just felt SO PATRIOTIC being there for the 4th.
My daughter can spot a carousel a mile away in any city we travel...we call it her carousel sense! This carousel is possibly one of the fastest ones we have ever been on. I think it was two dollars a ride but how could we pass a carousel ride up?!? It is right next to a small cafe window where you can purchase ice cream or a soda if you would like.