Explores the monuments and museums and offers information on Washington's history, attractions, parks, and gardens as well as practical tips on accommodations, restaurants, nightlife, and shopping.
A guide to the family-friendly sights, eateries, and attractions of Washington, D.C., including information on planning the best itinerary and keeping children interested.
Written by locals, Fodor's travel guides have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. With history around every corner, Washington, D.C. is a city that seamlessly blends yesterday and today, and it's a perennial favorite for families. This updated guide--a strong domestic bestseller--lets travelers discover the myriad charms of the nation's capital, from its stately monuments to the trendiest restaurants. Fodor’s Washington, D.C. includes: UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE: Coverage on brand-new museums, hotels, restaurants, shops, and bars. Includes fresh tips for staying and playing in top hotspots such as Dupont Circle and Georgetown. SPECIAL FEATURES: A full-color feature lets visitors explore the awe-inspiring Capitol Building while in-depth Getting Oriented sections help organize trips by neighborhood. A Side Trips chapter gives travelers useful information about expanding their trip with visits to Alexandria, Mount Vernon, and Annapolis. INDISPENSABLE TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS: The Experience chapter includes a variety of useful sections, such as D.C With Kids, Free in D.C., and Top Attractions. Each neighborhood section opens with a "Top Reasons to Go" map, supported by other essential planning information. All this, plus exhaustively detailed chapters on Nightlife, Performing Arts, Sports, Shopping, and Side Trips, makes it easy for readers to custom-plan an exciting vacation. DISCERNING RECOMMENDATIONS: Fodor's Washington, D.C. offers savvy advice and recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their visit. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks in every category. COVERS: The Washington Monument, the White House, the Capitol Building, the National Mall, the Lincoln Memorial, the Smithsonian museums, Arlington National Cemetery, Georgetown's boutiques, U Street's restaurants, Alexandria, Mount Vernon, Annapolis, and more.
Written by locals, Fodor's travel guides have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for 80 years. With history around every corner, Washington, D.C. is a city that magically blends yesterday and today. This updated guide--a strong domestic bestseller--lets travelers discover the myriad charms of the nation's capital, from its stately monuments to the trendiest restaurants. This travel guide includes: · Dozens of full-color maps · Hundreds of hotel and restaurant recommendations, with Fodor's Choice designating our top picks · Multiple itineraries to explore the top attractions and what’s off the beaten path · Major sights such as Capitol, White House, Washington Monument, National Cathedral, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, National Zoo, Arlington National Cemetery, and Smithsonian museums · Side Trips from Washington, D.C. including Alexandria, Virginia; Mount Vernon, Woodlawn, and Gunston Hall; Annapolis, Maryland · Coverage of The White House Area and Foggy Bottom, Capitol Hill and Northeast D.C., Downtown, Georgetown, Dupont Circle and Logan Circle, Adams Morgan, U Street Corridor, and Upper Northwest
Top 25 Must-See Sights, Best bets for dining, lodging, sightseeing. Plus a full-color pullout map. Everything you need to experience Washington, D.C. Top lodging and dining picks for every budget; D.C.'s top attractions, from the museums of the Smithsonian Institution to the U.S. Capitol; Spectacular views of the city from the Kennedy Center and the Old Post Office Building Tower; Best itineraries covering Capitol Hill, the White House, and Dupont Circle; Excursions to Mount Vernon and Alexandria's Old Town in Virginia; Best attractions for children, from the local zoo to the National Air and Space Museum.
In our nation’s capital, many thrilling reminders of the American saga reside in this uniquely purposed slice of geography: with history around every corner, Washington, D.C. is a city that magically blends yesterday and today. This updated guide—often among our top 3 domestic best-sellers—lets visitors discover the myriad, ever-changing charms of the nation’s capital. Expanded Coverage: World-class museums, shady parks, and an important arts scene make Washington, D.C. an ever-changing American showcase (more than 15 million tourists head here every year). Plus, brand new hotel, restaurant, shop, and bar reviews in this annual update offer fresh tips for staying, and playing, in such top hotspots as Dupont Circle and Georgetown. Discerning Recommendations: Fodor’s Washington D.C. offers savvy advice and recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodor’s Choice designates our best picks, from hotels to nightlife. “Word of Mouth” quotes from fellow travelers provide valuable insights. TripAdvisor Reviews: Our experts’ hotel selections are reinforced by the latest customer feedback from TripAdvisor. Travelers can book their Washington D.C. stay with confidence, as only the best properties make the cut.
PLAN 68 GREAT DAYS WITH KIDS. Local mom Kathryn McKay has handpicked 68 simply fabulous things to do in and around D.C. with a child in tow. You'll look at old favorites in a new light, from the Lincoln Memorial to the Smithsonian American Art Museum--and blaze new trails all over town, from the International Spy Museum to the Claude Moore Colonial Farm at Turkey Run. Every page is loaded with fun facts and helpful information. Each entry includes: * Insider tips * Way-cool trivia every kid will love * Kid-friendly snack spots * Age-appropriateness * Admissions, phone numbers and web sites
Travelers continue to flock to Arizona to explore the outdoors and the state's three national parks, visit the outstanding museums and galleries, play golf, relax at world-class spa resorts, learn about Navajo and Hopi culture, eat Mexican food, and sample the tequila. Expanded Coverage: The 2013 edition features expanded coverage on spas and golf courses, highlighting features and amenities at these properties. There is also coverage of new restaurants and hotels in Phoenix and Tucson. Discerning Recommendations: Fodor’s Arizona & the Grand Canyon offers savvy advice and recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodor’s Choice designates our best picks, from hotels to nightlife. “Word of Mouth” quotes from fellow travelers provide valuable insights. TripAdvisor Reviews: Our experts’ hotel selections are reinforced by the latest customer feedback from TripAdvisor. Travelers can book their Arizona stay with confidence, as only the best properties make the cut.
Whether you want to camp in the Grand Canyon, eat an authentic cheesesteak in Philly, walk through a sunflower field in Kansas, party at Mardi Gras, or take in the Aurora Borealis in Alaska, Fodor’s travel experts all across the United States are here to help! Fodor’s Bucket List USA: From Epic to Eccentric, 500+ Ultimate Experiences guidebook is packed with carefully curated musts to help you check your dream USA to-dos off your travel wishlist and discover quirky and cool extras along the way. It’s everything you need to see, do, eat, drink, hike, bike, and brag about! This brand new title has been designed with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos. Fodor’s Bucket List USA travel guide includes: 500+ MUSTS COVERING ALL 50 STATES EPIC and ECCENTRIC selections in every state so that you can be sure you cover the classics and find some surprises, too COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust! WHAT TO EAT AND DRINK in each region from quintessential local specialties to local favorites, as well as must-try state candy, fruit, locally brewed beers, wines, and unique local ice-cream flavors GREAT ITINERARIES help you make the most of your time whether you’re planning a two-week tour of New England or an extended itinerary to hit all the National Parks. Combine multiple smart two-week itineraries to create that epic USA trip filled with Bucket List attractions, food, photo-ops, and fun COOL PLACES TO STAY from historic hotels to the best airbnbs and campgrounds to more unique offerings like cave lodges, lighthouses, treehouses, yurts, trailers, and hobbit homes. LOCAL WRITERS to make sure you get the best on-the-ground advice on how and when to visit find the under-the-radar gems 10 REGIONAL MAPS to help orient you in each state and region, plus travel times by car and train to help plan your time INCLUDES: the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone National Park, Yosemite National Park, Zion National Park, Denali National Park, Niagara Falls, the Freedom Trail, the Golden Gate Bridge, Carlsbad Caverns, Death Valley, Napa Valley, Charleston, Las Vegas, Broadway, Los Angeles, Miami, Burning Man, Mardi Gras, Fall Foliage, the Northern Lights, San Antonio Missions, Walt Disney World, Great Smoky Mountains, Arlington National Cemetery, Nashville, the Joshua Tree, Road to Hana, the Appalachian Trail, Gateway Arch, Napa Valley, Kennedy Space Center, Shenandoah National Park, Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta, Glacier National Park, Taos Pueblo, Minnesota Lakes, Fenway Park, Pacific Coast Highway, and so much more Planning on visiting more of the USA? Check out Fodor’s Complete National Parks of the USA, Fodor’s Best Weekend Road Trips, and Fodor's Best Road Trips in the USA. *Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor’s has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us!