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Washington, D.C. is the capital of the United States, the country's political and historical center. It's home to the White House, the Capitol and the Smithsonian museums, all free to enter. The city is lined with white-marble monuments along the National Mall, especially beautiful during the cherry blossom season in spring.
Why stay in Washington, D.C.
World-class free museums
The Smithsonian gathers 21 museums spanning space, history and art, all free to enter.
Important monuments
Walk to see the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument and other leaders' memorials along the National Mall.
Political center
See the White House and the Capitol, symbols of American democracy.
Cherry Blossom Festival
More than 3,000 cherry trees bloom around the Tidal Basin from late March to April.
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Local dishes to try in Washington, D.C.
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Chesapeake crab
Crab cakes and steamed crab from Chesapeake Bay, a regional specialty.
📍 Citywide - 2🌭
Half-smoke
A smoked sausage loaded with chili and toppings, a local D.C. dish.
📍 Citywide - 3🍗
Ethiopian food
D.C. has a large Ethiopian community; try dishes served on injera bread.
📍 Shaw / U Street - 4🥖
International cuisine
The cultural diversity brings quality restaurants from around the world.
📍 Citywide - 5🧁
Cupcakes
Famous cupcake shops in Georgetown that became nationally renowned.
📍 Georgetown
- 1🗼
Washington Monument
A 169-meter-tall marble obelisk with all-around city views from the top.
📍 National Mall - 2🏛️
United States Capitol
The white-domed building of the US Congress, a symbol of democracy.
📍 Capitol Hill - 3🏠
The White House
The residence and workplace of the US President, viewable from outside every day.
📍 City center - 4🪑
Lincoln Memorial
A marble memorial of a seated President Lincoln at the far end of the National Mall.
📍 National Mall - 5🚀
National Air and Space Museum
A Smithsonian museum displaying historic spacecraft and aircraft, free to enter.
📍 National Mall - 6🌸
Tidal Basin
A basin ringed by cherry trees, a spot for blossom viewing and the Jefferson Memorial.
📍 City center
Things to do in Washington, D.C.
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3 Washington, D.C. hotels our team picked for you
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★ 9.3LuxuryThe Hay-Adams
#1 location · directly across from the White House
★ 9.3LuxuryThe Jefferson, Washington, DC
#4 luxury boutique · on 16th Street near the White House
★ 9.2LuxuryFour Seasons Hotel Washington, DC
#2 Service · urban resort along Georgetown
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InterContinental The Willard Washington D.C. by IHG
#3 Historic landmark · on Pennsylvania Avenue
The St. Regis Washington, D.C.
#6 Classic heritage · 2 blocks from the White House
Riggs Washington DC
#7 design boutique · former Riggs Bank building in Penn Quarter
Waldorf Astoria Washington DC
#5 Historic building · Old Post Office
The Ritz-Carlton Georgetown, Washington, D.C.
#8 Luxury boutique · former waterfront incinerator plant in Georgetown
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🚆 Getting around Washington, D.C.
Metro subway
The Metrorail system is clean and extensive, connecting attractions and the airport into the city.
Walk the National Mall
Monuments and museums line the park, so you can stroll from one to the next.
Buses and the Circulator
Metrobus and the DC Circulator are budget-friendly and run around the tourist areas.
Capital Bikeshare
Public bikes for rent across the city, great for cycling around the National Mall.
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See this city's guide →Frequently asked — where to stay in Washington, D.C.
Are the museums in Washington, D.C. really free?+
Yes. All 21 Smithsonian museums and the National Zoo are free to enter.
When can I see the cherry blossoms?+
Cherry blossoms usually bloom from late March to early April, with the National Cherry Blossom Festival each year, though the exact bloom time varies slightly.
How many days do I need in Washington, D.C.?+
About 3 days is ideal, covering the National Mall, the main monuments and several Smithsonian museums.
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