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Form a more perfect union with the US capital
Although D.C enjoys a more laid-back vibe than NYC, America’s capital has plenty going on. Washington offers up a lively food scene, buzzing nightlife, and a tranche of iconic museums and monuments where you can soak up centuries of history. It’s also home to the nation’s corridors of power, of course, and you can even tour iconic government buildings from where momentous world events have been directed.
Stroll along the National Mall, past stunning presidential memorials, and visit the Smithsonian’s many free museums. Take a ghost tour of Georgetown, check out Artechouse, a gallery that blends futuristic tech with interactive games, and channel your inner James Bond at the International Spy Museum.
Escape the city among the trails of the huge Rock Creek Park. Visit in spring, when the city’s 3,000 cherry blossom trees burst into bloom, and the Tidal Basin in West Potomac Park becomes the focal point for the annual National Cherry Blossom Festival. When evening comes, sip a pre-Prohibition cocktail at buzzy Provision No.14 and tap into the community spirit at cultural hub Busboys and Poets. Book your flights to Washington D.C today to get your adventure started.
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Best hotels in Washington D.C for all types of traveller
Searching for a Washington D.C city break? We have a great choice of hotels. Eco-friendly Hotel Zena has a seasonal rooftop pool and cocktail bar with sweeping views. For an affordable break, opt for the Doubletree Hotel Washington DC - Crystal City, across the Potomac in Arlington, Virginia and within walking distance of the Pentagon. The Ven at Embassy Row has been designed around the Danish concept of hygge and features a rooftop pool with Downtown views and the Ven Cafe serving breakfast and takeaway meals. The stylish Viceroy Washington D.C, on trendy 14th Street in Logan Circle, has a seasonal rooftop bar and rooms kitted out with Google NestHub virtual concierges. The Washington Hilton offers rooms with views of the Capitol Building and the Washington Monument. Located between the White House and Capitol Hill, the Grand Hyatt Washington is a 12-storey atrium hotel with direct Metro access. The Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill features a large fitness centre and the Article One-American Grill. The Royal Sonesta Washington D.C is a luxury hotel in Dupont Circle with an outdoor pool and sun terrace. The luxury Waldorf Astoria Washington DC is set within a former post office and clock tower dating from 1899 and offers an observation deck with fine city views and an indulgent spa. Finally, the Yotel Washington D.C has a large rooftop pool, a rooftop bar and an award-winning restaurant.
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Hotel Zena
Downtown DC,4.5StarHotelflights classEconomystaying3 nightsJan 2024£622pp
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742 reviews -
The Ven at Embassy Row
Dupont Circle,4StarHotelflights classEconomystaying3 nightsDec 2023£671pp
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating70 reviews -
Fairmont Washington DC
Georgetown,4.5StarHotelflights classEconomystaying3 nightsDec 2023£781pp
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating3950 reviews -
Viceroy Washington DC
Downtown DC,4.5StarHotelflights classEconomystaying3 nightsJan 2024£622pp
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating563 reviews
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Hotel Zena
Downtown DC,4.5StarHotelflights classEconomystaying3 nightsJan 2024£622pp
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating742 reviews
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Make the most of your Washington D.C holiday
See the world in a day with Passport D.C. Each May, the city’s many embassies open their doors for a month-long celebration of international culture and diplomacy. Sample food, drinks, music, dance, art and produce at each embassy for free, and get your souvenir passport stamped as you go.
What are the best things to do in Washington D.C?
- Catch a show at the Kennedy Center. One of the nation’s leading arts hubs, it hosts over 2,000 shows a year, and is home to the National Symphony Orchestra and the Washington National Opera. Rock up at 18:00 however and you can watch a free daily show on the Millennium Stage.
- Take a free tour of the US Capitol building. While you wait, browse galleries stuffed with artifacts from the Library of Congress and the National Archives and watch a live video feed of the House and the Senate.
- Visit the Lincoln Memorial. See how the 16th president has been immortalised for a century in a Neoclassical marble temple adorned with engravings and murals, and gaze into the Reflecting Pool pondering the site where many a Civil Rights demonstration has taken place.
- Take in the mighty Washington Monument. The world’s tallest obelisk stands proud at 555 feet and is made from marble, granite and bluestone gneiss. Ride the lift to the top to get a bird’s-eye view of the city.
- Swing by the White House. Peep behind the scenes of the executive mansion and learn about its history and everyday life. The iconic property features a jogging track, tennis court, cinema and even a bowling alley.
Where are the best places to visit in Washington D.C?
Multicultural Adams Morgan is known for its nightlife and dining scene. Wander past historic rowhouses and browse the area’s many cool indie shops.
Arlington, connected to D.C by two Metro lines, has ample bike trails, ethnic eateries and mom-and-pop stores. Its main attraction is Arlington National Cemetery, where nearly 400,000 people are buried, including many dignitaries. It’s home to the Tomb of the Unknowns and the grave of John F Kennedy.
Charming Alexandria is just five miles from downtown D.C, yet feels like a world away with its early American architecture, cobbled streets, unique boutiques, award-winning restaurants and museums.
Capitol Hill is famed for its government buildings, 19th Century rowhouses, bustling market and vibrant dining scene. The Folger Shakespeare Library and the US Botanic Garden are also there.
Downtown is home to high-end shopping, top-flight museums and refined dining. Fashionistas flock to CityCenterDC, while gourmands indulge at Central Michel Richard. Take in the views of the White House from POV bar at the W Hotel, or enjoy a Sunday jazz brunch at Georgia Brown’s.
Both trendy and historic, Dupont Circle is packed with bars, pubs, nightclubs and galleries. Cut some rug in a restored mansion, sip cocktails in a swanky lounge bar and check out cool cafes like Kramers.
Bethesda is a quieter area, but still packs a punch thanks to its ethnic eateries, shopping and trendy hotspots. The vibey Arts and Entertainment district is full of inspiring venues like the Strathmore and Bethesda Blues and Jazz, while public art studs the streets.
Southwest and the Wharf is home to the country’s oldest continually operating open-air fish market and a lively riverfront community. Cruise past the Gangplank Marina’s extensive collection of houseboats and catch a free al fresco film or yoga session in the warmer months.
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