If you want a cultural city break to Washington D.C., you can see 19th-century American
art at the Corcoran Gallery of Art or tick off the National
Mall's monuments. Fill city breaks to Washington D.C. by spotting
politicians at Penn Quarter restaurants or shopping in 19th-century
Georgetown's boutiques and antique shops. Keep the kids happy on
Washington D.C. city breaks with boat trips on the Tidal Basin.
Dining and unwinding on Washington D.C. city breaks
For people-watching and dining on lobster or steak, make your way to Penn
Quarter, where Washington D.C.'s elite break for lunch. If you want
romantic dining on your Washington D.C. city breaks, head to Georgetown,
where 18th-century buildings serve gourmet meals. Quick fresh takeaway meals from
the Eastern Market will help keep your weekend break to Washington D.C. on
schedule - pick up sandwiches, fresh fruit and ice cream.
Special places to stay in Washington D.C.
Choose a Downtown hotel if you're planning a city break to see
Washington D.C.'s museums. In Foggy Bottom and Alexandria
you'll find more moderately priced hotels, just a quick subway ride from
Downtown Washington D.C.. City break with the kids? Look for accommodation in
Woodley Park near the National Zoo.
Things to do on Washington D.C. city breaks
Take a crash course in American history on Washington D.C. city breaks at the
memorials and museums along the National Mall. Then take a short break to
Washington D.C.'s Tidal Basin inlet for boating on the water. Visit
in spring when the cherry blossoms are in bloom on the waterfront. Once
you've got your energy back, view Warhol and Monet masterpieces at
Washington D.C.'s Corcoran Gallery of Art. For shopping city breaks
to Washington D.C., head for sophisticated Georgetown or edgy U
Street.
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