The capital of the United States, Washington DC is a must for American travelers. Home to several national museums and monuments, visitors can enjoy the rich collection of artwork in the Smithsonian, tour the White House, or stand in awe of the massive Washington and Lincoln Monuments. There are also plenty of national parks and gardens to explore.

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Top Rated Washington Trips

  • Concert closed, plans changed

    Concert closed, plans changed | Jan 17 09'

    by stojkovicd a male traveling as a family, on vacation in Washington

    It was a nice try, but we failed to see the free concert in Lincoln Park. I guess we were too comfortable with our own time and departed from Alexa... Continue reading »

  • Inauguration

    Inauguration | Jan 19 09'

    by stojkovicd a male traveling as a family, on vacation in Washington

    It takes more than one day to put together all the impressions from the Inauguration Day. My impressions of the magnitude of the very important dat... Continue reading »

  • Washington, D.C.

    Washington, D.C. | Dec 09 08'

    by Lori and Ian a traveling as a couple from London, on vacation in Washington

    "He had us chasing balls up and down the stairs as well as running in front and behind him with various things on wheels. We were both happy when Megan arrived home."

    2008-12-10This was our departure day from New York City and we both reluctantly headed downtown with our luggage to Penn Street Station to catch ou... Continue reading »

  • The Smithsonian and other museums etc.

    The Smithsonian and other museums etc. | Dec 09 08'

    by Convey Family a 28 year old female traveling as a family from Australia, on vacation in Washington

    "The Smithsonian"

    Today we went our separate ways to take in the museums which interested us personally.Jane - I started with the Native American Museum.  This... Continue reading »

  • DC It All!!

    DC It All!! | Dec 08 08'

    by Convey Family a 28 year old female traveling as a family from Australia, on vacation in Washington

    "I have a dream!"

    Day 2 in Washington has opened our eyes to what an amazing and historical city this actually is. We booked a bus tour (complete with guide, Dion an... Continue reading »