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Washington, DC Holidays

Washington, DC holidays

Washington, DC Holidays

Washington, DC holidays

Washington, DC Holidays

Washington, DC holidays

Washington, DC Holidays

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Washington, DC holidays in USA

With magnificent monuments and memorials, gracious government buildings, vast museums, broad avenues and eclectic neighbourhoods, Washington, DC looks the part as America's capital city. It is a fascinating place where political drama and scandal bubble under the surface, while the streets teem with trendy shops, funky marketplaces, lively bars and inviting restaurants.

The American capital puts on quite a display for its visitors, and, best of all, there's free admission to all the major attractions on the National Mall, a great swathe of green that stretches from the foot of the Capitol Building to the Potomac River. Sights on the National Mall include the Washington Monument, built to honour George Washington; the...

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Why Visit Washington, DC?

  • Monuments and Memorials
  • The White House
  • Absorbing museums
  • Striking architecture
  • Easy to get about
  • Excellent dining and nightlife
Washington, DC holidays
Washington, DC holidays
Washington, DC holidays
Washington, DC holidays

Washington, DC Travel Guide

Best time to go

While there’s always lots to see and do year round in Washington, DC, spring is generally regarded as the best time, when the cherry blossoms are in bloom and the temperatures are mild. Summer brings higher temperatures and humidity, which drop off again when Autumn begins. Winter temperatures are cold and snow can often be expected.

Visas

If you are eligible to enter the USA under the Visa Waiver Programme, you will need to obtain an electronic travel authorisation (ESTA) prior to travel. Please ask for details

Travel Information

The flight from the UK to Washington, DC takes around 8 hours non-stop.

Local currency

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Unmissable Experiences

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Monuments by Moonlight

Monuments by Moonlight

Ride aboard an old-fashioned trolley for an enlightening 2½ hour journey past 100 points of interest. Admire D.C.’s famous landmarks glistening against the night sky, including the Washington Monument; the Jefferson Memorial; the FDR Memorial with cascading waterfalls and scenic sculptures; the WW1 and WW2 Memorials; the Lincoln Memorial; the Korean War Memorial; the Vietnam War Veterans Memorial; the White House and Capitol Hill. During the tour you’ll be entertained by your tour guide with anecdotes and history sprinkled with bewitching stories about the spirits haunting the city.

from

£39

African American History Day Tour

African American History Day Tour

This half day morning tour explores the rich and often untold history of African Americans in the US capital. Follow the path of the first African Americans at Jamestown through the Civil Rights movement, check out key sites like the Frederick Douglass National Historic Site, the vibrant U Street corridor, the National Museum of African American History and Culture, the MLK Memorial, plus much more.

from

£75

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