Anyone looking to get a better feel for Washington D.C. will love the convenience of these cards, with their easy-to-follow directions and a map that lays out the walk. Above and beyond the typical tourist attractions, these guides give you views of the city that some locals haven't even discovered, including history, shopping, food, and architecture. The intro card will be filled with all kinds of information that you'd get in a guidebook, but in a much more accessible form: details on using public transportation in Washington D.C.; an overview map of the city, with the walks laid out in relation to each other; geography/ topography; history of the city; and, local customs and culture. Information in the deck will be updated at every reprint, so it will always be current. Stops/attractions are in boldface on the cards for ease of use, and are called out by number on the map sides of the cards Skip the dull tour guides, ditch those unruly maps, and experience Washington, D.C. like a native - on foot! For first-time visitors, adventurers, and natives alike, "City Walks: Washington, D.C." offers an intimate view of the city.
Each card in this deck outlines a self-guided walking adventure, with a detailed map on one side and insider information on the other. From the prestigious government buildings, memorials, and museums in the federal district (like the White House, the Capitol, and the Supreme Court) to the historic neighbourhoods like Georgetown and Dupont Circle, you'll discover the locals' favourite places to eat, drink, stop, shop, rest, walk, and play.
- ISBN13 9780811851282
- Publish Date 1 June 2006
- Publish Status Active
- Out of Print 27 December 2010
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Chronicle Books
- Language English