Venture behind-the-scenes at the Reptile Discovery Center (RDC) at the Smithsonian's National Zoo. Get up close and personal with some of the snakes at RDC! From the king cobra to giant anacondas, learn how zoo keepers work with these fascinating animals. You'll also get to meet a smaller, non-venomous snake or two up close.

Discuss the excitement of your tour over a delicious meal at nearby Cactus Cantina with $100 in gift certificates. Tex-Mex fare, margaritas, and a beautiful patio draw friends and families to this lively, casual spot. http://www.cactuscantina.com/