WELCOME TO WASHINGTON DC
The political heart of the USA, Washington DC is positively brimming with some of the most iconic and well known political and historic manmade structures in the world.
It doesn’t get more American than this, from the Lincoln and Martin Luther King Jr Memorials to the striking Washington Monument and the historic Capitol Building, these epic landmarks coupled with the excellent cultural centres and numerous family-friendly attractions make this one of the most visited cities in the USA.
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A HISTORICAL & CULTURAL DELIGHT
This relatively small city is home to a huge array of galleries, monuments, and museums, as well as vibrant neighbourhoods and fashionable restaurants. Head straight to the National Mall, a delightful parkland encompassing a collection of iconic buildings. Stand on the spot where Martin Luther King delivered his famous “I Have a Dream” speech and take in views of the imposing Washington Monument, the tallest obelisk in the world. Visit the Capitol Building, the grand Washington National Cathedral, one of the largest in America or the poignant National World War II Memorial, before enjoying fantastic views of the White House, just a short walk away.
However, this city presents many more opportunities than its significant landmarks, families are well catered for with over 100 free attractions to visit such as the National Portrait Gallery, 17 Smithsonian Museums and the National Zoo. Enjoy incredible views across Washington’s monuments from the rooftop of the Kennedy Centre in the west end, best enjoyed at sunset with a cocktail in hand from the W Hotels terrace bar, POV. North Central is the hippest of Washington D.C.’s neighbourhoods and has a great variety of shops, restaurants and clubs. And to catch a glimpse the politicians, diplomats, and media stars head to the historic Georgetown’s M Street where you might catch them hanging out in the stylish restaurants along the waterfront.
Chinatown is also well worth a visit, this energetic hotspot is where you’ll find numerous cultural attractions and some great food choices too whilst Dupont Circle, with its famous fountain and traffic circle, is filled with inviting bistros, buzzing bars, independent boutiques, and museums.
Whether you are planning to include Washington DC as part of a wider tour of the USA or on its own, this capital city certainly packs a historical and cultural punch.
MULTI-DESTINATION ESCAPES
A multi-destination escape is a perfect way to make the very most of your time away. Combine your visit to the capital of the USA with some of its other iconic cities, such as New York or Philadelphia or take the family to Florida and enjoy the thrills and spills of its world-class theme parks before heading to the beach. However, you prefer to experience Washington DC, our personal Travel Consultants can help to create an itinerary as unique as you are.
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