Frommer's EasyGuide to Washington, D.C.

by Jess Moss, Kaeli Conforti

Overview

Washington, D.C. can be an overwhelming destination for visitors. With so many museums, so many historic sights, so many working government buildings to see―not to mention its scintillating foodie and nightlife scenes―just coming up with a plan can be stressful.

That’s where Frommer’s comes in. We’ve hired local journalists to supply the advice and details you need to create the right vacation for you. These include strategies for seeing the iconic sights without fighting the crowds; places that only locals know about; and smart itineraries so you can make the most of your time in the city.

Frommer’s EasyGuide to Washington, D.C. includes:

·      Dozens of maps, including a handy fold-out map of the city and its underground train system to help you make the most efficient (and fun) use of your time in the Capitol

·      Exact pricing and public transportation information for every listing in the book, so there’s never any guessing

·      Opinionated reviews which tell you which attractions are worth your time, and which will only be of interest to some visitors

·      Star ratings that take value into account, and will help you find the right hotels, restaurants, nightspots and shops for you, in all price ranges

·      Fun-to-follow, self-guided walking tours of DC’s most intriguing neighborhoods

·      16-page photo guide with vibrant photographs, at the front of the book, plus black and white photos throughout

·      Helpful planning advice for getting there, getting around, saving money, and getting the most from your trip

About Frommer’s: There’s a reason that Frommer’s has been the most trusted name in travel for more than 60 years. Arthur Frommer created the bestselling guide series in 1957 to help American service members fulfill their dreams of travel in Europe. Since then, we have published thousands of titles, becoming a household name by helping millions upon millions of people realize their own dreams of seeing our planet. Travel is easy with Frommer’s.

 

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781628875270
Publisher:	FrommerMedia
Publication date:	02/22/2022
Series:	EasyGuide
Edition description:	8th ed.
Pages:	320
Sales rank:	387,018
Product dimensions:	5.10(w) x 7.90(h) x 0.80(d)

About the Author

Jess Moss is a travel writer, editor, and photographer who has lived in Washington, D.C., for more than a decade. Her work has appeared in Conde Nast Traveler, AOL Travel, US News Travel, as well as a number of travel guides. In her spare time, you can find Jess running on the National Mall, hiking in Rock Creek Park, and cheering on Georgetown at basketball games.

Originally from New York City, Kaeli Conforti grew up in Hawaii and Florida and then moved to Washington, D.C. following an epic 2-year Working Holiday Visa adventure in Australia and New Zealand. A seasoned travel writer and editor, her work has been featured in Budget Travel, Forbes, Business Insider, CNBC, Thrillist, and The Points Guy, among other sites. 

Table of Contents

1 The Best of Washington, D.C. 1

2 Washington, D.C, in Context 11

Washington, D.C., Today 11

The Making of the City 14

When to Go 22

3 Suggested Itineraries & Neighborhoods 28

4 Where to Stay 54

Getting the Best Deal 54

Capitol Hill 57

Capitol Riverfront 62

National Mall 64

Southwest Waterfront 65

Penn Quarter 66

Downtown 70

Adams Morgan 72

Dupont Circle 74

Foggy Bottom/West End 78

Georgetown 81

Shaw, 14th & U Street Corridors 83

Woodley Park 85

5 Where to Eat 87

H Street Corridor 87

Capitol Hill & Barracks Row 93

Capitol Riverfront ("Navy Yard") 95

Southwest Waterfront 97

Downtown & Penn Quarter 99

Columbia Heights 105

14th & U Street Corridors 106

Adams Morgan 111

Dupont Circle 113

Foggy Bottom/West End 115

Georgetown 116

Woodley Park & Cleveland Park 120

6 Exploring Washington, D.C. 122

Capitol Hill 123

The National Mall & Memorial Parks 135

Southwest of the Mall 163

The White House Area 168

Penn Quarter 176

Dupont Circle 184

Foggy Bottom 186

U & 14th Street Corridors 187

Upper Northwest D.C.: Glover Park, Woodley Park & Cleveland Park 188

Georgetown 192

Northern Virginia 195

Parks 198

Especially for Kids 202

Outdoor Activities 204

7 Shopping 208

The Shopping Scene 208

Great Shopping Areas 208

Shopping A to Z 210

8 Entertainment & Nightlife 221

The Performing Arts 221

The Bar Scene 228

The Club & Music Scene 231

The LGBTQ Scene 235

Spectator Sports 235

9 Day Trips from D.C. 237

Mount Vernon 237

Old Town Alexandria 242

10 Self-Guided Walking Tours 257

11 Planning Your Trip 286

Index 308

About the Authors 318