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  • Washington D.C. View of Washington Monument from Lincoln Memorial
  • Washington D.C. The United States Capitol at sunset, in Washington D.C.
  • Washington D.C. Closeup of US Capitol building, Washington D.C.

Washingto DC Vacations & Travel Tips

When to Go

 

Visit between late March and mid-April to catch the area’s delightful cherry blossom season. You can escape some of the crowds by viewing them at the National Arboretum or Meadowlark Botanical Gardens.

If you plan to vacation with your children, pre-back-to-school vacations in August are a bit less crowded than earlier in the summer, but you’ll have to withstand high humidity and heat.

If you can wait for autumn, you’ll discover an incredible burst of colorful fall foliage, plus a variety of kid-friendly activities, such as the National Book Festival.

You’ll find great hotel bargains, as well as the lighting of the National Christmas Tree, during winter, you may also encounter snow and freezing temperatures. However, you could get lucky, as winter temperatures have been known to reach the 60s F. 

 

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Featured Washington D.C. Hotel

  • JW Marriott Washington, DC

    JW Marriott Washington, DC

    Downtown Washington D.C.
    Our 4-Star classification designates those properties with well-appointed, deluxe accommodations, extensive amenities and comprehensive guest services. Expect attention to detail and a warm and hospitable staff ready to cater to your needs. These superb properties offer a truly refined getaway.
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      No Spa Services
    • Family Program Not Offered
      Family Program Not Offered
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      Breakfast Not Included
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      Not A Beachfront Property
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    • Gym/Fitness Center
      Gym/Fitness Center
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      Charge for Wi-Fi
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    Discover the best of downtown D.C. including museums, historic monuments and the National Mall, all within reach.

    • No Golf on Property
      No Golf on Property
    • No Spa Services
      No Spa Services
    • Family Program Not Offered
      Family Program Not Offered
    • Breakfast Not Included
      Breakfast Not Included
    • Not A Beachfront Property
      Not A Beachfront Property
    • No Pets Allowed
      No Pets Allowed
    • Non-Smoking Property
      Non-Smoking Property
    • Gym/Fitness Center
      Gym/Fitness Center
    • Charge for Wi-Fi
      Charge for Wi-Fi
    • Air Conditioning
      Air Conditioning

    Discover the best of downtown D.C. including museums, historic monuments and the National Mall, all within reach.

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Fast Facts

Washington, D.C. became the United States’ capital after a compromise was reached in 1790 between Alexander Hamilton and the northern states, and Thomas Jefferson and our southern states.

The Washington Monument was hailed as the world’s tallest structure between 1884 and 1889 when the France’s Eiffel Tower claimed the title.

The aptly named Space Window at the Washington National Cathedral contains a moon rock fragment from the Appollo 11 mission estimated to be approximately 3.6 billion years old. 

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