Washington, D.C. Travel Guide
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Washington is a city of vistas—a marriage of geometry and art. Unlike other large cities, it isn't dominated by skyscrapers. The result: the world's first planned capital is also one of its most beautiful.
Washington, D.C. Hotels
D.C.'s transformation from stodgy Southern capital to bastion of culture and cool is well underway, and hotels here reflect the welcome change. Dignified...read more
Washington, D.C. Restaurants
As host to visitors and transplants from around the world, Washington benefits from the constant infusion of different cultures. Despite D.C.'s lack of...read more
Things To Do in Washington, D.C.
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Travel Deals in Washington, D.C.
- $139-$159* -- D.C. Fares to/from Los Angeles (each way) Virgin America
- $79 -- Baltimore Inner Harbor Hotel w/Parking, 60% Off Radisson Plaza Lord Baltimore Hotel
- $109 & up -- D.C. Dupont Circle Hotel incl. Weekends Courtyard Washington
- $139-$159* -- D.C. Fares to/from San Francisco (each way) — $139-$159 Virgin America
Washington, D.C. Experiences
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Outwardly serene and classically beautiful, the Capitol, the White House, and the Supreme Court stand at the heart of Washington, D.C. They are... Read more
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Home of the Senate and the House of Representatives, the marble Capitol is an architectural marvel filled with frescoes and statues. Tours now... Read more
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D.C. is filled with kid-friendly attractions. These sights are sure winners:... Read more
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If you want to "go native" and get a sense for D.C. as the locals know it, try these experiences.... Read more
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For the thrifty at heart, D.C. can be a dream come true. All the Smithsonian museums and national memorials are free, as are many other museums—too... Read more
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If ever there was a "do it yourself" city, it's D.C. The Metro system is safe and easy to navigate and most of the major sights and museums are... Read more
Travel Blog
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Best of the Best
Whether you're into painting, prints, photography, or fashion, major American museums from Los Angeles Read more
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Trip Ideas & Itineraries
Even if you've already made vacation plans for upcoming MLK weekend, there are plenty of events, performances, Read more
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Trip Ideas & Itineraries
Reading trip reports from other travelers can be an invaluable resource for planning your next vacation. Read more
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Arriving:· Forums Trip Reports
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i just returned from Washington, where I went to many museums, as I normally do. Read more
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Thanks for all the feedback on my earlier post. Read more
·Maryland Forum, Washington, D.C. Forum
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I need info on taking Amtrak from BWI to D.C.
Where is the Amtrak station at BWI? Is it right there at BWI or must we transfer with a taxi, etc.?
We will have 3 bags a piece. Will that be a problem whe Read more
