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First Time in Washington DC: A Complete Visitor's Guide

Washington DC is one of America's most rewarding free cities to visit, virtually every world-class museum and monument is free. This guide covers the Mall, the Smithsonian, Georgetown, the Capitol and the best day trips to Virginia and Maryland.

First Time in Washington DC: A Complete Visitor's Guide
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    The Jefferson

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    DuPont Circle

    Boutique luxury hotel one block from the White House with impeccable service

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    National Gallery of Art

    National Mall

    Free world-class art museum on the National Mall with two landmark buildings

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    National Mall

    National Mall

    Three kilometres of monuments and free Smithsonian museums in the heart of DC

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