Visitor's Guide: Washington DC

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Welcome to the center of American democracy: a place of politics, scandals, and historic demonstrations. The city is designed to impress, and does, with the Smithsonian, the Pentagon, the monuments on the Mall, and even the cathedral-like Metro stations.

Find information on Washington DC, the closest major city/downtown area to your hotel.

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Read All About It: Washington DC

Find articles about the city’s history, hot spots, what to see and where to eat

The Washington DC Browser

A directory to shopping, dining, attractions and other points around town

Local Business and Services Directory: Washington DC

Pinpoint the businesses and services you need in a flash

Find Points of Interest

Click here to plot events, transportation and more on a map

Nearby Cities

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Area Events

The what, when and where on local happenings, special events and more

Inauguration 2009 (12 miles N)

1/20/09 to 1/20/09

Cherry Blossom (10 miles N)

3/20/09 to 3/29/09

What’s Current

Get the latest information on what’s happening during your stay

Plan

Area Tour Services

Let those in the know show you around town

DC After Dark

  • Monuments
  • DC After Dark

DC Duck tours

Grey Line Charter Tours

  • Monuments
  • Grey Line Charter Tours

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SpringHill Suites® by Marriott® Alexandria

6075 Richmond Highway Alexandria, Virginia 22303 USA

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Washington DC Weather:

  • December 10, 2009
  • AM Mostly Sunny / PM Clear
  • Hi:40F |4C
  • Low:25F |-3C