Ready to experience Washington, D.C.? The experts at Fodor's are here to help. Fodor's Washington, D.C. travel guide is packed with customizable itineraries with top recommendations, detailed maps of Washington, D.C., and exclusive tips from locals. Whether you want to explore the Smithsonian Museums, visit the Lincoln Memorial or the White House, or explore the city's increasingly sophisticated restaurant scene, this up-to-date guidebook will help you plan it all out.

This new edition has been FULLY-REDESIGNED with a new layout and beautiful images for more intuitive travel planning! Fodor's Washington, D.C. includes:

• * AN ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE GUIDE that visually captures the top highlights of Washington, D.C.

• * SPECTACULAR COLOR PHOTOS AND FEATURES throughout, including special features on the National Air and Space Museum, the U.S. Capitol building, and Arlington National Cemetery.

• * INSPIRATIONAL BEST OF LISTS that identify the best things to see, do, eat, drink, and more.

• * MULTIPLE ITINERARIES for various trip lengths to help you maximize your time.

• * MORE THAN 20 DETAILED MAPS AND A FREE PULLOUT MAP to help you plot your itinerary and navigate confidently.

• * EXPERT RECOMMENDATIONS ON HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS with options for every taste.

• * TRIP PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including: guides to getting around, saving money and time, beating the crowds, and a calendar of festivals and events.

• * LOCAL INSIDER ADVICE on where to find under-the-radar gems.

• * HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL OVERVIEWS that add perspective and enrich your travels.

• * COVERS: The Washington Monument, the White House, the Capitol Building, the National Mall, the Lincoln Memorial, the Smithsonian museums, Arlington National Cemetery, Georgetown's boutiques, U Street's restaurants, Alexandria, Mount Vernon, Annapolis, Baltimore, and more.

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