The US capital is a monumental city on a grand scale, filled with splendid Neoclassical buildings arrayed along triumphal boulevards, some of the finest museums in North America and, everywhere you look, high-powered politicians, lobbyists and bureaucrats charting the course of the nation, as well as the world. But this concentration of power and influence does not make the city unapproachable. A good public transit system, many free attractions and a wide range of neighbourhoods and cultural influences make the city a great focus for a short break.
Washington DC DIRECTIONS has all you need to get the most out of the city. Browse our ideas section and you'll know what you want to do, 24 hours a day. Flip to the places section and explore the city district by district, with every sight, restaurant, bar and shop located on our easy-to-use maps. It's like having a local friend plan your trip.
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