Best Of Washington Dc - April 2024

A History Lover's Guide to Washington, D.C.: Designed for Democracy (History & Guide)

This tour of the nation's capital goes beyond the traditional guidebook to offer a historical journey through the federal district. Visit the White House, the only executive home in the world regularly open to the public. Travel to President Lincoln's Cottage and see where he wrote the Emancipation Proclamation. Look around lesser-known sites, such as the grave of Pierre L'Enfant, the city's Botanical Gardens, the Old Post Office and a host of historical homes throughout the capital. From George Washington's Mount Vernon to the Kennedy Center, trek through each era of Washington, D.C., for a t... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1626195293
• ASIN: 1626195293
• ISBN: 1626195293
• Manufacturer: The History Press

Washington, DC (America the Beautiful)

Founded in 1790, Washington, DC, offers some of the country's most notable architecture and significant sites. Along with its renowned buildings, monuments, gardens and museums, the national capital also features some unexpected treasures. Photographs that capture the history and beauty of the city include: National monuments and memorials The Capitol, the White House and the U.S. Supreme Court Georgetown's historic sites and picturesque streets Arlington National Cemetery Parks and gardens The Smithsonian and other great museums and institutions The Potomac Embassy Row and Dupont Circle The o... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1554075939
• ASIN: 1554075939
• ISBN: 1554075939
• Brand: Brand: Firefly Books
• Manufacturer: Firefly Books

Fodor's Washington D.C. 25 Best (Full-color Travel Guide)

Compact and affordable, Fodor's 25 Best Washington DC 2019 is a great travel guide for those who want an easy-to-pack guidebook and map to one of the most exciting cities in the United States.Fodor's 25 Best Guides offer highlights of major city destinations in a compact package that includes a sturdy, detailed street map you can bring along with you to help you navigate when cell service is not available. By focusing only on top sights―all divided by neighborhood―we make planning your days easy.Save time and space by having Washington DC's top 25 sights and experiences in one convenient g... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1640971092
• ASIN: 1640971092
• ISBN: 1640971092
• Manufacturer: Fodor's Travel

Best Addresses

A century ago, the popularity of early Washington landmarks like Stoneleigh Court and the controversial Cairo (which, at a soaring twelve stories, shocked District officials into enacting the city's height limit) made it clear that apartment living was here to stay. By the 1920s, Beaux Art and Art Deco palaces offered residents all the luxuries of a first-class hotel: barbershops, ballrooms, rooftop terraces, and indoor pools. Soon other innovations in apartment living—the garden complex, the cooperative, and the mixed-use building—put Washington at the forefront of urban planning. Today t... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0874744768
• ASIN: 0874744768
• ISBN: 0874744768
• Manufacturer: Smithsonian Books

60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Washington, D.C.: Including Suburban and Outlying Areas of Maryland and Virginia

From Downtown through the suburbs to the mountains in the west and the marshlands in the east, the Washington metro area has something to offer anyone looking for a good hike.Part of the most comprehensive hiking series in print, the full color 3rd edition of 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Washington, D.C. is a complete revision by local travel writers Rachel Cooper and Renee Sklarew. The new issue features a wider collection of trails specifically designed for day trips. With options that range from easy to challenging, families and serious hikers will find both inspiration and detailed informatio... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1634040821
• ASIN: 1634040821
• ISBN: 9781634040822
• Manufacturer: Menasha Ridge Press

Washington, DC: A Photographic Portrait

There is no city in the world quite like our nation's capital. It's a place where history meets modern day, power meets compromise, conflict meets peace. It's vibrant, peaceful, political, cultural, sensational, livable and wonderful. From the marble steps of the U.S. Capitol building and the White House to the monumental monuments and museums to the tranquil neighborhoods and parks, it's all captured in this detailed photographic portrait. Many of the city's memorials and monuments have been ranked as America's most favorite architecture by the American Institute of Architects, including the ... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1934907200
• ASIN: 1934907200
• ISBN: 1934907200
• Manufacturer: Twin Lights Publishers

AMC's Best Day Hikes Near Washington, D.C.: Four-season Guide to 50 of the Best Trails in Maryland, Virginia, and the Nation's Capital

Fully revised and updated, this guide offers 50 of the best hikes in Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia that can be completed in less than a day. From the ancient rock faces of Calvert Cliffs State Park to the bountiful meadows of northern Virginia, from Chesapeake watersheds to the shores of the Potomac River, visitors and residents alike will delight in the richness of trail experiences in and around D.C.Hikes range from easier strolls past some of the city's iconic historical monuments and famous cherry trees, to the gorgeous and challenging Harpers Ferry. Each trip includes a detailed... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1628420375
• ASIN: 1628420375
• ISBN: 1628420375
• Brand: AMC
• Manufacturer: Appalachian Mountain Club Books

Top 10 Washington, DC: 2019 (DK Eyewitness Travel Guide)

This newly updated pocket travel guide for Washington, DC, will lead you straight to the best attractions the city has to offer, from touring the US Capitol Building and scaling the steps of the Lincoln Memorial to touching the moon rock on display at the National Air and Space Museum and visiting the giant pandas at the National Zoo.True to its name, DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Washington, DC, covers all the city's major sights and attractions in easy-to-use "top 10" lists that help you plan the vacation that's right for you.   • Itineraries help you plan your trip.    • To... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1465471448
• ASIN: 1465471448
• ISBN: 1465471448
• Manufacturer: DK Eyewitness Travel

National Geographic Walking Washington, D.C. (National Geographic Walking Guides)

See the best of Washington with this streamlined walking guide, complete with step-by-step itineraries and maps to help you explore the city like a pro and navigate like a local. Created in a handy, take-along format, this guide is written by a seasoned travel writer to help conjure the spirit of the place in elegant text enhanced by National Geographic's famous eye for good pictures. More than just a guidebook, Walking Washington, D.C., is full of information about the city and its people.

• ASIN: 1426217757
• ASIN: 1426217757
• ISBN: 1426217757
• Brand: NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC
• Manufacturer: National Geographic

Frommer's EasyGuide to Washington, D.C. 2019

Washington, DC can be an overwhelming destination for visitors. With so many museums, so many historic sights, so many working government buildings to see―not to mention its scintillating foodie and nightlife scenes―just coming up with a plan can be stressful. That’s where Frommer’s comes in. We’ve hired local journalist Elise Hartman Ford (a noted expert who has written for the Washington Post, Washingtonian Magazine, Ladies Home Journal and countless other publications) to give you the advice and details you need to create the right vacation for you. These include strategies for se... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1628874325
• ASIN: 1628874325
• ISBN: 1628874325
• Manufacturer: FrommerMedia

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Washington, DC: 2019

DK Eyewitness travel guides: award-winning guidebooksFind your corner of Washington, DC with this essential travel guide to this great city, designed to help you create your own unique trip and to transport you there before you’ve even packed your case – learn about the nation’s history at the Lincoln Memorial, enjoy the view from the Washington Monument, or explore the exhibits at the National Gallery of Art.  The DK Eyewitness Guide to Washington, DC covers the must-see sights and the hidden corners, so you won’t miss a thing.• Gorgeous, all-new color photography so you can imagin... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1465471537
• ASIN: 1465471537
• ISBN: 1465471537
• Manufacturer: DK Eyewitness Travel

Best Hikes with Kids: Washington DC, The Beltway & Beyond

* A range of easy to challenging hikes for kids of all ages and within a 2-hour drive of the DC area* Most hikes feature water, rocks, historical sites, natural areas, or parks―all fun to explore!* Lots of tips and tricks for hiking with kidsBest Hikes with Kids: Washington DC the Beltway & Beyond showcases more than 65 family-friendly hikes in the greater Washington, DC metropolitan area, extending to within a two-hour drive radius and including the eastern ridges of Shenandoah National Park. Longtime environmental educator, hiking guide, and mother of two, Jennifer Chambers introduces fami... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1594857822
• ASIN: 1594857822
• ISBN: 1594857822
• Brand: Brand: Mountaineers Books
• Size: One Size
• Manufacturer: Mountaineers Books

Best Easy Day Hikes Washington, D.C. (Best Easy Day Hikes Series)

This updated and revised edition of BestEasy Day Hikes Washington, D.C. includes concise descriptions and detailed maps for twenty easy-to-follow hikes in and near the nation’s capital. Discover Theodore Roosevelt Island; monuments and memorials, museums, gardens, and Rock Creek Park; the C&O Canal towpath; and top-notch trails along the Potomac River. Look inside for:• Casual hikes to half-day adventures• Hikes for everyone, including families• Mile-by-mile directions and clear trail maps• Trail Finder for best hikes for history buffs, nature lovers, and water views• GPS coordinat... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1493038869
• ASIN: 1493038869
• ISBN: 1493038869
• Manufacturer: Falcon Guides

Family Guide Washington, DC (DK Eyewitness Travel Guide)

Discover how the whole family can enjoy Washington, DC--from the Lincoln Memorial and the White House to the National Air and Space Museum--with this colorful, kids-oriented travel guide.The best places to visit in DC are all approached from a family-friendly angle. The guide is organized around "hubs"--major sights around which to plan your day--and gives child-friendly eating options, age-range suitability info, places for letting off steam, detailed maps, activities for rainy days, and plenty of ideas things to do with kids beyond the major Washington, DC, attractions. Plus there are Kids' ... [Read More]

• ASIN: 146546817X
• ASIN: 146546817X
• ISBN: 146546817X
• Manufacturer: DK Eyewitness Travel

This is Washington, D.C.: A Children's Classic (This Is...travel)

Continuing the success of the runaway best sellers This is New York and This is London comes the latest title from M. Sasek’s beloved and nostalgic children’s travel series. Sasek’s This is Washington, D.C. is a facsimile edition of his original book, which was first published in 1969. The brilliant illustrations have been meticulously preserved, with the facts updated for the twenty-first century. The charming illustrations, coupled with Sasek’s playful narrative, makes for a perfect souvenir that will delight children and parents alike. Super-tourist Sasek paints Washington red, whit... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0789322323
• ASIN: 0789322323
• ISBN: 0789322323
• Brand: imusti
• Manufacturer: Universe

Washington, DC, History for Kids : The Making of a Capital City, with 21 Activities

"Chronicling the rich and fascinating history of Washington, DC, t his useful resource for teachers and parents, reveals to young readers the city s remarkable past through 21 hands-on

• UPC: 50984755

Good Night Washington DC (Board Book)

Easy-to-read text introduces the sights of Washington, D.C., through a full day of

• UPC: 4992998

Larry Gets Lost: Larry Gets Lost in Washington, DC

After a treat lures Larry the dog away from his family while touring America's capital, he searches through the city's most famous sites looking for Pete, including the National Mall, the White House, and the

• UPC: 27095188

Dropping In On Washington DC

Dropping In On... Washington, D.C. introduces readers to the nation’s capital that’s home to The White House. From monuments to museums, readers will strengthen their reading comprehension skills as they learn about this historic city.

• UPC: 50250581
• Rating: 5.0

AMC's Best Day Hikes Near Washington, D.C. : Four-Season Guide to 50 of the Best Trails in Maryland, Virginia, and the Nation's Capital

Fully revised and updated, this guide to 50 of the best hikes in Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia that can be completed in less than a day. From the ancient rock faces of Calvert Cliffs

• UPC: 53850071

Hello, Washington DC!

A bald eagle gives a young eagle a rhyming tour of several of the most recognizable sights in Washington,

• UPC: 13029095

Best Hikes with Kids: Washington DC, the Beltway & Beyond

* A range of easy to challenging hikes for kids of all ages and within a 2-hour drive of the DC area * Most hikes feature water, rocks, historical sites, natural areas, or parks--all fun

• UPC: 37367709

What's Great about Washington, DC?

Provides information on the top ten things to see or do in Washington, DC, including the National Museum of Natural History, Cherry Blossom Festival, and the White

• UPC: 42080786

Larry Loves Washington, DC! : A Larry Gets Lost Book

Larry the adorable pup visits some of his favorite places in Washington,

• UPC: 47400266

12 Days of Christmas in Washington DC (Board Book)

Nothing beats Christmas in the nation's capital, where you'll find such wonderful things as 12 sparkly pine trees, 10 agents spying, 8 wacky statues, 4 monuments, and a thrush in a scarlet oak

• UPC: 219193709

Washington DC: The Best Of Washington DC For Short Stay Travel (Short Stay...

• UPC: 143113710729
• Category: Other Books
• Price: 10 USD

The Shoppers Guide to Washington DC : Where to Find the Best of Everything

• UPC: 192999628677
• Category: Nonfiction
• Price: 7 USD

Pocket Washington, DC 1993: The Best of the Nation's Capital (Gold guides),Euge

• UPC: 383040419259
• Category: Non Fiction
• Price: 9 GBP

Signpost guides: Washington DC and Virginia, Maryland and Delaware: the best of

• UPC: 382255425883
• Category: Non Fiction
• Price: 1 GBP

The Shoppers Guide to Washington DC : Where to Find the Best of... (ExLib)

• UPC: 142988809233
• Category: Nonfiction
• Price: 8 USD