Washington DC Encounter (Lonely Planet Encounter)

What Will Your Washington DC Encounter Be?

Meandering among museums and monuments with fellow global citizens in America's front yard
Hobnobbing and nose-rubbing with politicos, wannabe politicos and wannabe wannabe politicos
Creeping yourself out on The Exorcist steps - and beware a tipsy tumble
Chowing down on DC's infamous half smokes and chili dogs with Obama
Cocktail-swillin' and hip-shakin' the night away - question is, hip-hop, salsa or lingala?
Blazing the urban frontiers of up-and-coming 'hoods such as Columbia Heights and Northeast

Discover Twice the City in Half the TimeB

Full-color pull-out map and detailed neighborhood maps for easy navigation
Our fabulous local author recommends the very best sights, restaurants, shops, bars and clubs
Unique itineraries and must-see highlights help you make the most of a short trip
Locals offer insider-only perspectives, from a political journalist on the best celebrity - and Obama - spotting to a real estate developer on the next best 'hood