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Washington, D.C. Travel Guide

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About Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C., a city where you can read the original Constitution on your way to visit the Supreme Court, is the place to see the intersection of the past and present of the United States. read more

When to Visit Washington, D.C.

Deciding when to visit Washington, D.C. can make all the difference in how much you spend. When planning your trip, be sure to factor in weather and seasonality, peak tourism times, and special events such as the Presidential Inauguration and May graduations. read more

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The Washington Monument, Washington, D.C.
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You don't have to go into debt to experience the District's green side. Shop for eco-friendly goods, dine at an organic cafe, and stay at an artsy hotel with the environment in mind. read more

Last-Minute Airfares to Washington, D.C.See all

Departure City Price Arrival City Airline
Bismarck, ND (BIS) $210 Washington, DC (IAD) United
Buffalo, NY (BUF) $106 Washington, DC (IAD) United
Charlotte, NC (CLT) $186 Baltimore, MD (BWI) AirTran

Editors' Picks: Washington, D.C. DealsSee All Washington, D.C. Travel Deals

  • $314 R/T Sale Fares to Canada From United*
    United's latest sale features travel to cities in Canada like Montreal, Calgary, Vancouver, Halifax, and others. However, carriers like US Airways, Delta, and Northwest, among others, offer significant savings over United's prices.
  • $98 R/T Domestic Sale Fares on Midwest*
    Midwest Airlines is linking mid-western cities including Milwaukee, Kansas City, and Omaha, with destinations like Atlanta, Boston, and San Francisco. AirTran, American, Frontier, and United, and other airlines, bring some competition.
  • $248 R/T Thanksgiving Day Sale From United*
    Just like Southwest, United has posted its own last-minute Thanksgiving holiday sale, and these prices are competitive. Also look into JetBlue for fair fares. Destinations include Los Angeles, Rock Springs, and Washington, D.C.
  • $75 O/W Last-Minute Thanksgiving Day Sale on Southwest*
    Just in time for that last-minute booking, Southwest has announced a Thanksgiving sale with dates encompassing the holiday period. Several carriers, including AirTran, Delta, Northwest, and US Airways, are also competing.
  • $118 R/T United Matches Southwest Sale*
    United attempts to match Southwest's latest offer with sale fares to many domestic destinations this winter. The two airlines come head-to-head in the low-fare war, and Spirit also joins the competition.
  • $108 R/T Thanksgiving Fares on Midwest*
    You've got another chance to book a Thanksgiving flight. Midwest is offering fares from $108 round-trip and several carriers, including AirTran, Frontier, Northwest, and Continental, are matching or beating the sale fares.
  • Hawthorn Suites Offers Discounted Rates
    Hawthorn Suites offers discounts to members of groups like AAA and AARP in addition to offering senior, government, and military discounts. Plus, Hawthorn Suites offers special packages at select properties.

Washington, D.C. Travel Advice See All Washington, D.C. Travel Advice

  • Zoos, Aquariums a Good Bet in Cooler Weather Who needs an African safari when local zoos and aquariums have so much to offer? Eileen Ogintz highlights some of the special deals and programs being promoted this fall.
  • Tourist Taxes Add to Travel Budget If you thought taxation without representation was settled in 1763, think again. Ed Perkins explains which popular destinations tax tourists the most, and what you can do to avoid it.
  • Summer Deals in the City Find thinner crowds and bigger deals in cities this summer. This year, the savings potential is even greater as properties slash rates to recoup bookings from the lull in tourism.
  • Washington, D.C., Tours for the Whole Family The Deal Detective reveals the Capital's best tours for families traveling with tykes. Come discover D.C. by bike, foot, scavenger hunt, or amphibious vehicle.

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