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Washington DC

The American Spirit

Washington DC

Washington DC is both the most and the least American of all American cities. It embodies the American spirit and ideology, but yet has the look of a European city. There are no skyscrapers here. Instead, this is a neo-classical city of monuments and memorials and countless national icons.

It attracts millions of visitors every year, who always find superb museums and galleries offering engaging exhibitions. They now also have the option to stay at new stylish hotels, and dine at a growing number of quality restaurants.

Then there's always Georgetown, the district of charming houses and cobblestone streets, and home to the fashionable restaurants and boutiques. It's the place to go to at night after having done the must-do walk down the great boulevard known as The Mall, from the Capitol all the way to the White House.


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TOP 10 WASHINGTON DC

  1. Get up close to the world's most famous residence, The White House.
  2. Admire the Neoclassical architecture of The Capitol and its gigantic dome.
  3. See the fascinating historic air and spacecraft at the Air and Space Museum.
  4. Visit the National Gallery of Art for its collection of European masters.
  5. Be dwarfed by the huge image of President Lincoln in the Lincoln Memorial.
  6. Go to the top of the Washington Monument, the city's tallest structure, for city views.
  7. Stroll through Georgetown.
  8. See the best of American art at The Smithsonian American Art Museum.
  9. Pay your tribute to the nation's heroes and John F. Kennedy at the Arlington National Cemetery.
  10. Visit The National Cathedral, the world's sixth largest.

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HOTELS & HOSTELS


The city's best boutique, charm, and luxury hotels, as well as cheap hostels with easy online booking at special rates. All of the best, special, and hip places to stay are HERE (Washington DC Hotels & Hostels Guide)>>

SIGHTS & ACTIVITIES


The White House, the Capitol, and all of the city's must-see landmarks, classic and modern art, striking architecture and tours -- it's all HERE (Washington DC Sightseeing Guide)>>

RESTAURANTS & CAFÉS


With representatives from all over the world in its political and general population, Washington not surprisingly offers a wide range of cuisines and flavors. The high quality is matching the high number of choices, and all the places to check out when you're in the city are HERE (Washington DC Restaurants Guide)>>

BARS & CLUBS


You'll never say Washington is boring after a night at one of its drinking and dancing hotspots. From Georgetown to elsewhere in the city, there are plenty of stylish addresses and you'll find them HERE (Washington DC Nightlife Guide)>>

BODY & SOUL

In a city of politicians and lobbyists, you know you'll find plenty of places where they relieve their pressures. Washingtonians combat their stress at the following places:
Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa at the Willard InterContinental - The luxurious spa services and treatments here include rejuvenating facials, aroma and aqua therapy, manicures, waxing, and relaxing massages. Facial enhancements, including collagen, microdermabrasion and glycolic peel, are also available.
Andre Chreky - Expect very efficient service, with your massage therapist guiding you in the best treatment for you. There are services exclusively for men, from haircuts to mani- and pedicures, to waxing, facials, and Swedish massages.
Erwin Gomez - The prices are a little higher than average, but they are justified. This is one of the best spas in the city, making you feel like you're just getting ready for the catwalk with its hair, nail, and makeup services. There is also a list of therapeutic massages - the deep tissue massage is especially worth getting if you're feeling some extra muscle tension.

SHOPPING


Washington prefers a more classic and formal style, but that doesn't mean that you can't find something trendier and hip in Georgetown's boutiques. Also be sure to pass by the city's many museum gift shops for special pieces of art, and the Eastern Market for special bargains. These and other Washington shopping suggestions are all HERE (Washington DC Shopping Guide)>>

GAY & LESBIAN


Washington's young gay professionals go around Dupont Circle choosing the perfect bar or club for the night. Get dressed up and join them for a night of drinks and dancing at one of the places found HERE (Washington DC Gay Guide)>>

AIRPORT & TRANSPORTATION


How to go from the airport to the center of the city and back, how to get around using public transportation, and city map HERE (Washington DC Airport & Transportation Guide)>>