Do Stay at The District by Hilton Club
I live in Northern Virginia, so even though I’m an Owner, I don't often stay the night when I go to the Capital. However, I took my niece to D.C. for a few days recently, and we stayed at The District, and we loved it.
The District is nestled in the heart of Washington, D.C., and it's an excellent city property. It's a prime location and walking distance to Georgetown, which is noteworthy because there's no metro stop in Georgetown.
It's also just a short walk to popular metro stops, making it easy to enjoy the top things to do in D.C. Lastly, it's clean and has spacious accommodations. And did I mention the complimentary breakfast and happy hour perk? Both are awesome.
Do Eat All the Food
D.C. has a great food scene! There are fantastic local restaurants featuring food from around the world.
It's the perfect opportunity to try foods that you've never had a chance to try before. No need to go to the chain restaurants available back home — take advantage of eating local — you'll be so glad you did.
Do Check out Museums
Some people enjoy museums more than others. But, one of the great things about D.C. is so many museums are free. As the largest museum globally, the Smithsonian is home to 19 museums, the National Zoo, sprawling gardens and more. Entry is free, and it's an education complex worth exploring. Another good one is the National Air and Space Museum.
The best part about these activities is that you don't have to pay to try them. There's no pressure to white knuckle through the experience if you’re not enjoying your time.
Beyond the free museums, D.C. boasts a roster of for-profit museums that are worth every penny it costs to enter.
Do Visit the Monuments and Memorials
If you've never seen the famous monuments and memorials in person, add them to your “top things to do in D.C.” list. Check them out at night to see them majestically lit up for an incredible experience.
They don't fall into the category of exciting vacation adventures, but these structures and, more importantly, what they represent are why many people are proud to be Americans. I implore you to pay tribute while you're in our Nation's Capital.
While not a monument per se, a visit to the Capitol and the Library of Congress are popular Washington D.C. activities. These incredible buildings represent a significant amount of the United States' history and are worthy of a pit stop.
For a deeper appreciation of our nation's monuments and memorials, take time to learn about the historical stories behind them.
Washington D.C. is steeped in history; that's both interesting and important to know.
Do Explore Neighborhoods
There are so many unique neighborhoods that represent diverse histories and make a great stroll as you explore, especially in springtime, when the weather is beautiful. Georgetown and the U Street neighborhood are just two of my favorite cool D.C. communities.
Washington, D.C.'s full of things to do and places to discover — so much so that it's a city you can visit time and again and still enjoy. However, no matter how many times you've been to the Capital, you've never experienced it until you've visited during spring, and definitely make sure you see the cherry blossoms.
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