Visit Washington D.C
Things to do
Welcome to the Nation’s Capital- Washington, D.C.! Whether you are into politics, art, culture, music, food, adventure, sports, or anything in between, this vibrant city is guaranteed to have something for you!
Museums, Museums, and MORE Museums
And the best part? Most of them are FREE! An added bonus: The Washington D.C Zoo in Woodley Park is also a fun and free attraction for visitors!
There are a LOT of museums to visit while in D.C., but we will get you off to a good start with some of our favorites:
The Spy Museum: Note: The Spy Museum is not free. It is however, worth it!
Tours Galore
The Famous D.C. White House and Capitol Building tours are back! While the tours do not cost anything, you must reserve your spot— and these are very popular attractions so make sure you claim your spot as soon as possible here:
Witness the Famous Cherry Blossoms!
Welcome to the Nation’s Greatest Springtime Celebration!
The National Cherry Blossom Festival commemorates the 1912 gift of 3,000 Cherry trees from Mayor Yukio Ozaki of Tokyo to Washington, DC and celebrates the enduring friendship between the people of the United States and Japan. Today, the festival spans 4 weeks and welcomes more than 1.5 Million people to enjoy diverse and creative programming that promotes art, culture, natural beauty and spirit! Added bonus: Almost all the events are free to the public!
It can get VERY busy during the months of March and April so make sure you plan ahead in order to be able to enjoy all the performances and events! Here are some great resources to help you get the most out of your visit:
Cherry Blossom Festival Hub: Your go to guide for the Cherry Blossom season! It even has a Bloom watcher to keep you updated!
DC Guided Cherry Blossom Bus Tour: Each year, USA Guided Tours offers a unique Cherry Blossom Tour that is great for not only seeing the beautiful scenery, but to also learn about the history behind it!
A Unique Dining Experience Locals Love
Washington, D.C. is a busy place! The National Mall is bustling with tourists soaking in all the sights, locals riding bikes along the many trails, and performers taking stage ready to entertain the busy crowds!
With so much to see, you are bound to get hungry! D.C. Has you covered! Now, you don’t have to worry about making reservations or waiting in line to get delicious food! The D.C. National Mall Food Trucks have everything you need… and more! Ice cream? Coffee? Tacos? Burgers? Lobster Rolls? No problem! Just Grab and go… you’ve got too much to explore!
Looking for a more traditional dining experience? Check out some of these gems:
Drinks With a View
Would you like to sip on your hand-crafted cocktail while enjoying spectacular 360 views from a rotating rooftop restaurant serving tapas and specialty cocktails, local beers and wine? Look no further. Check out the Sky Dome Lounge in Crystal City. You can see the entire city without ever having to leave your chair!
Best hotel to earn travel points in Washington D.C
The Watergate Hotel
The Watergate Hotel takes classic elegance and bold mid-century modern design and adds all of the extravagance and warmth of contemporary luxury. This one-of-a-kind hotel pays tribute to its own storied past, while paving the way for a new chapter to be written. Step foot in our luxury hotel in Washington D.C. and discover an The Watergate Hotel's flowing avant-garde architecture was designed by Luigi Moretti to emulate the mighty Potomac, and its stunning new Ron Arad-designed interior lives up to the building's original elegance. Complementing the hotel's new, modern feel are the retro-chic staff uniforms, made by Mad Men costume designer Janie Bryant.Swap homes in Washington D.C
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