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
Fodor's local writers visit every hotel we recommend. Look for our discerning Fodor's Choice picks or search by price and location.
Washington, D.C. Restaurants
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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.
- $169 & up -- 4.5-Star Loews Madison Hotel D.C., Save 40% Expedia
- $79 -- Capitol Hill Hotel near Historic Sites, Reg. $452 BookIt.com
- $18 & up -- Baltimore: Admission to 9 Museums, up to 25% Off Featured Destination: Baltimore
- $87 & up -- D.C. Hotel w/Wi-Fi & Daily Breakfast, 60% Off — $87 BookIt.com
- Free -- Zip Around Baltimore: 4 Popular Routes — $0 Charm City Circulator
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 begin... Read more
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In the Line of Fire. A Secret Service agent (Clint Eastwood) tries to protect the president from a psychopathic assassin (John Malkovich). Eastwood's... 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
News & Features
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Restaurants, Trip Ideas
Psst...want to know where to really find the best eats in (and around) DC? We've got the goods for you ... Read more
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Trip Ideas
From a hidden drum circle in Washington DC to awesome sushi in Chicago's Ukrainian neighborhood, we've... Read more
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Trip Ideas, Arts & Culture
Come springtime, Washington DC's draw is its gorgeous cherry blossoms.... Read more
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· Forums Trip Reports
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Thanks in advance to all the people here who helped in the planning of this - both last year and this year! Read more
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Thursday, April 11 my husband, 5 and 8 year old children and I traveled to Washington D.C. for usual sight-seeing and cherry blossoms. We used taxis often which in the planning stage worried me because Read more
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So we went to DC for spring break. Read more
