Best of Washington DC

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Hostelling International

Best Hotels: Hostelling International - Washington DC

As with many hostels, this option is especially viable for the young and adventurous. Travelers stay in dorm-style rooms... See More

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Best Restaurants: Eatonville

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Best Things to Do: International Spy Museum

International Spy MuseumChannel your inner James Bond and head to the first-ever espionage museum to see how...See More

• United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
• White House
• U.S. Capitol Building

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Best Shopping: Redeem

Kathleen PrevostIf ever there was a store that could cater to both politicos and hipsters this would be it...See More

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Best Nightlife: The Rock and Roll Hotel

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Washington DC Itineraries

Don't know where to go? Check out our 2 and 7 Day Itineraries to get an idea of what you could do in this great city!

2 DAY ITINERARY

1 Spend at least two hours shopping at M Street and Wisconsin Avenue in Georgetown.
2 Lunch at Mixtec.
3 Dedicate your afternoon to exploring art at the Phillips Collection.