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Washington, DC
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With its impressive monuments and museums, its stately government buildings and mansions, Washington is easily recognizable as a capital city. Government is the city's economic engine and government buildings—everything from museums to mansions—bring millions of tourists each year. Washington is the second most visited city in the United States (after New York) and among the top travel destinations in the world. Even though the city underwent a period of high security following the terrorist attacks in September of 2001, Washington is, for the most part, back to business as usual and welcoming visitors to its hotels, monuments, public spaces and historic buildings. It remains a dynamic city with charming and vibrant neighborhoods where you'll find lively nightlife, fabulous shopping and wonderful restaurants. Adams-Morgan Popular with the young, hip crowd,  Adams-Morgan is considered one of Washington's most colorful neighborhoods. Though it is primarily home to Latinos and West Africans, the neighborhood is brimming with people of many backgrounds. It's a great place to find ethnic restaurants and with its mix of nationalities, Adams-Morgan is one of the most interesting and cosmopolitan neighborhoods in the city.
Capitol Hill "The Hill" is known not just for the imposing U.S. Capitol , but for its interesting blend of government buildings, Victorian row houses, restaurants and shops. The Capitol dominates the neighborhood; the Supreme Court of the United States , Library of Congress (The) and Union Station are other prominent buildings. You'll also find Eastern Market , one of the city's oldest farmers' markets and the Folger Shakespeare Library , which features theater, chamber music, baroque opera and other performances. Chinatown Chinatown is a small neighborhood that is easily accessible by Metro or foot from downtown Washington. The neighborhood is marked by the colorful Friendship Archway and many of the city's Asian restaurants and shops are here. Chinatown is the site of the popular Chinese New Year's Day parade. It's also home to the Verizon Center , an entertainment and sports complex.
Dupont Circle Washington's gay neighborhood is equally popular with heterosexuals looking for lively nightlife, exceptional restaurants and funky shops. With its historic townhouses, art galleries and theaters, Dupont Circle is a great place to explore. At the circle, three of the District's major avenues—New Hampshire, Connecticut and Massachusetts—converge. With its large central fountain and shade trees, the circle is a great place to sit and watch the crowds or enjoy lunch. Foggy Bottom Once called Funkstown (after a German immigrant), Foggy Bottom has an institutional and bureaucratic air to it. It's the home of the Department of State , the Kennedy Center , the Watergate Hotel complex and George Washington University. Foggy Bottom derived its name during the late 19th century: smoke from the neighborhood factories and the swampy air of the low ground combined to produce a permanent fog along the waterfront. Georgetown Trendy, fashionable and fun describe the atmosphere in Georgetown , Washington's oldest neighborhood. It's a neighborhood of tree-lined streets and handsome brick houses, but it's also home to Georgetown University and is a popular place to shop, take in dinner and a movie, and, of course, enjoy the nightlife. Busy M Street is lined with trendy boutiques and upscale stores, restaurants and bars. Southwest/Waterfront The eastern shore of the Anacostia River is home to Arena Stage , Benjamin Banneker Circle and Fountain, and L'Enfant Plaza. The waterfront runs several blocks along Maine Avenue SW with piers, sailboats, yachts, fishing boats, seafood markets and restaurants to explore. Alexandria & Arlington These distinct Virginia communities across the Potomac River from Washington stand apart from other local areas. Alexandria's history stretches back to 1699, long before Washington was formed to become the nation's capital. Old Town Alexandria boasts hundreds of restored buildings—homes, churches and taverns from the 18th and 19th centuries. Visitors can walk along cobbled streets and visit the revitalized waterfront. Arlington, on the other hand, is clearly part of contemporary Virginia. Arlington boasts many major attractions including: Arlington National Cemetery , the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial and the Pentagon .
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capitol, history, political
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By Ingrid
5 days
This 5-Day luxury trip includes staying at the full-service, all suite Embassy Suites in Northwestern DC., all the while enjoying the International Horse Show! On other days, you'll be visiting a lot of parks and gardens.
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By Ingrid
7 days
This is a great trip for young couples or a group of friends who want to be surrounded by memorials & museums, but don't necessarily want to spend their time in them. Rather, this itinerary is filled with... PARTIES! Nightclubs, jazz lounges, and special events like the DC Carribean Carnival, which has the parade on 6-23 and the Savannah Concert on 6-24-07. This is one party-packed vacation!
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87 people reviewed Washington (1-20 out of 87)
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at 4:29PM May 28, 2008
So much to do and see. It comes a narrow second after San Francisco of my favourite places in the US. Make sure you leave a week to see the city and two weeks if you want to see nearby places like beautiful Chesapeake bay.
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at 4:15PM May 29, 2008
I love the rollerblading around the mall during the cherry blossoms. Don't forget the museums
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at 7:45PM May 28, 2008
fun for tourists..but totally blows
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at 4:37PM May 29, 2008
It's a must-see so we went.
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at 2:42AM May 29, 2008
I bag-packed there with 2 friends in 1998.
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at 5:26PM May 28, 2008
A very historical and culture city, where all museums are free!
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at 1:32AM May 28, 2008
It was a great trip!
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at 4:20PM July 7, 2009
went there 2007 and full of colourful flowers and they smell nice
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at 7:10PM May 9, 2009
Beautiful city; brings history to life
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at 6:09PM May 29, 2008
LOVE LOVE LOVE IT HERE!!!
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at 1:24PM May 29, 2008
Good ole' HU and Black Gay P.R.I.D.E.
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at 7:15AM May 29, 2008
Haven't been here in a while would like to go back
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at 2:00AM May 29, 2008
My favorite East Coast city.
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at 11:31PM May 28, 2008
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at 8:30PM May 28, 2008
Did my Marketing studies here and was able to visit the Capitol Hill area and all the surroundings for 9 months in total! Met lots of new friends. Loved it and will come here once again someday!
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at 3:50AM May 28, 2008
Our nation's capitol is so full of history it would take months to see it all!
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at 5:08AM October 14, 2009
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at 7:20AM October 9, 2009
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at 9:00PM December 12, 2008
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at 1:40PM October 9, 2008
We live here currently. If my family and friends were on this side of the country, I could stay here forever. Had a lot of fun when I didn't live here and they were big trips out here.
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