From strolling the National Mall to hobnobbing at happy hour, get to know the nation's capital with Moon Washington DC.
*Navigate the Neighbourhoods: Follow one of our guided neighbourhood walks through the National Mall, Dupont Circle, U Street, and more
*Explore the City: Snap the perfect photo of the Washington Monument, stand where MLK delivered his "I Have a Dream" speech, and visit the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery. Walk the halls of Frederick Douglass's home, journey through the incredible Smithsonian museums, or tour the U.S. Capitol from dome to crypt. Paddleboat along the Potomac during cherry blossom season and shop the boutiques in Georgetown
*Get a Taste of DC: Chow down on a late-night half-smoke at Ben's Chili Bowl or grab brunch and a new book from Busboys and Poets. Dig into diverse, authentic fare from Ethiopia, Afghanistan, the Philippines, and more, savour Michelin-starred seafood at a waterfront restaurant, or order up a Chesapeake crab cake at a neighbourhood joint
*Bars and Nightlife: Watch a groundbreaking performance at the Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, catch a live band at the 9:30 Club, or dance to a DJ set at the Black Cat. Sip scotch where former presidents once did, try a five-course cocktail tasting menu, or kick back with a beer and chips at a quintessential DC dive bar
* Local Advice: DC journalist Samantha Sault shares her love of the nation's capital
*Strategic, Flexible Itineraries including the three-day best of DC, four days with kids, and day trips to Alexandria, Annapolis and Easton, and Shenandoah National Park
*Tips for Travelers including where to stay and how to navigate the Metro, plus advice for international visitors, LGBTQ+ travellers, seniors, travellers with disabilities, and families
*Maps and Tools like background information on the history and culture of DC, full-colour photos, colour-coded neighbourhood maps, and an easy-to-read foldout map to use on the go
With Moon Washington DC's practical tips and local insight, you can experience the best of the city.
Expanding your trip? Check out Moon Virginia & Maryland. Visiting more of America's cities? Try Moon Boston or Moon New York City.
- ISBN10 1640499229
- ISBN13 9781640499225
- Publish Date 10 December 2020
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country US
- Publisher Avalon Travel Publishing
- Imprint Moon Travel
- Format Paperback (B-Format (198x129 mm))
- Pages 352
- Language English