Description:

While it might be best known as the center of US political life, there’s more to Washington, DC than the corridors of power – think historic monuments and compelling museums, lively neighborhoods and pretty parks.

   • A fully-illustrated top experiences: expert picks of Washington DC’s must-sees and hidden gems
   • Top 10 lists of Washington, DC’s must-sees, including the White House, United States Capitol, National Museum of African American History and Culture, and the National Gallery of Art
   • Themed lists including the best historic homes and buildings, museums, green spaces, places of African American history, and much more
   • Easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a week
   • Expert advice: honest recommendations for getting around safely, when to visit each sight, what to do before you visit, and how to save time and money
   • Practical tips: the best places to eat, drink, shop and stay
   • Detailed maps including a laminated pull-out map of Washington, DC, plus six full-color area maps 

Updated edition Apr 2022