{"id":4466,"date":"2010-04-26T09:08:40","date_gmt":"2010-04-26T13:08:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/?page_id=4466"},"modified":"2025-07-03T09:00:28","modified_gmt":"2025-07-03T13:00:28","slug":"washington-d-c","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-guides\/united-states-travel-guide\/washington-d-c\/","title":{"rendered":"Washington D.C. Travel Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/washingtonguide.jpg\" alt=\"view of the White House in Washington, DC\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>While the members of Congress and those who attend to them drive up the cost of living here, the city&#8217;s student population as well as all the free museums and institutes help keep D.C. a semi-affordable place to visit if you know what to do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll find an incredible food scene, lots of new and renovated live\/work spaces, and a growing cocktail bar scene. Add in the history, tons of free museums, and iconic monuments, and you get an eclectic and fun city to visit with lots to see and do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This travel guide to D.C. will give you a list of all my favorite tips on what to see, how to get around, and how to save money.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id4466_c94c6e-67 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4466_c94c6e-67 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4466_c94c6e-67 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, calc(40% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem) * 1 )\/2)))minmax(0, calc(60% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem) * 1 )\/2)));}.kb-row-layout-id4466_c94c6e-67 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 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mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading4466_d45297-7d wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_d45297-7d\">Table of Contents<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#top5\">Things to See and Do<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#safe\">How to Stay Safe<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#stay\">Where to Stay<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#costs\">Typical Costs<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#budget\">Suggested Budget<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#saving\">Money-Saving Tips<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#getaround\">How to Get Around<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#when\">When to Go<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#book\">Best Places to Book Your Trip<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#posts\">Related Blogs on Washington D.C.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4466_0ef3a4-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4466_0ef3a4-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4466_0ef3a4-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4466_0ef3a4-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4466_0ef3a4-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4466_0ef3a4-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4466_0ef3a4-52{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4466_0ef3a4-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4466_0ef3a4-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column 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.kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4466_b30e28-64 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"top5\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4466_0875c2-ac > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4466_0875c2-ac > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4466_0875c2-ac > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4466_0875c2-ac > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4466_0875c2-ac > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4466_0875c2-ac > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4466_0875c2-ac{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4466_0875c2-ac > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4466_0875c2-ac > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4466_0875c2-ac\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b90c737b heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_2e7e51-e1, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_2e7e51-e1[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_2e7e51-e1\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_2e7e51-e1 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_2e7e51-e1[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_2e7e51-e1\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading4466_2e7e51-e1 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_2e7e51-e1\">Top 5 Things to See and Do in Washington D.C.<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/2022\/dcguide2.jpg\" alt=\"National Mall with reflecting pool and Washington monument in the background, in Washington, DC.\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Tour the Capitol Building<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Located on Capitol Hill, this is where Congress has met since 1800 to write U.S. laws. You\u2019ll start with a short intro film and visit the neoclassical Rotunda, the Crypt (not actually a crypt, but so-called because it resembles one), and the National Statuary Hall (originally built as the meeting location for the House of Representatives). Tours take place Monday-Friday from 9am-3pm. Tickets are free, but you need to reserve them in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Explore the Smithsonian Museums<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Founded in 1846, the Smithsonian Institution is the largest museum, education, and research complex in the world. There are 17 museums, but some of the best are the Air and Space Museum, the Museum of the American Indian, the National Museum of African American History and Culture, the National Zoo, the Smithsonian Castle, and the American Art Museum. All Smithsonian museums are free to enter, and most are located right along the National Mall (with the exception of the Postal Museum and the Portrait Gallery\/American Art Museum).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Take a walk through Georgetown<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Georgetown is a historic neighborhood that used to be a transit point for farmers selling tobacco in the 1700s. Its home to the oldest house in DC (built in 1765 and appropriately called the Old Stone House), as well as Georgetown University (one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the United States). Today, the area is known for its fantastic shopping, waterfront harbor, dining scene, and nightlife. Spend some time strolling around taking in the beautiful and well-preserved Georgian homes and architecture. For a unique experience, take a ghost tour of Georgetown with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/washington-dc-l62\/georgetown-ghost-story-walking-tour-t220581\/?partner_id=LLKQJ38&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;placement=content-middle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Visit DC Tours<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Visit Arlington National Cemetery<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>This 639-acre (258-hectare) cemetery is the final resting place for more than 400,000 military personnel as well as President John F. Kennedy and his family. An eternal flame marks JFK\u2019s grave. Nearby you can find the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, where a changing of the guard ceremony takes place every 30-60 minutes. The cemetery is open daily, 8am-5pm and free to visit if you&#8217;re on foot (no vehicles\/bicycles are allowed unless attending a service). For an in-depth 5-hour walking tour, go with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/washington-dc-l62\/arlington-cemetery-museum-of-american-history-guided-tour-t128199\/?partner_id=LLKQJ38&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;placement=content-middle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Babylon Tours<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Check out the monuments<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>All the city&#8217;s major monuments and memorials are located at the National Mall and are free. With more than 100 monuments spanning over 1,000 acres (40 hectares), you could fill a good three or four days with them if you wanted. Personally, I\u2019m a big fan of the Franklin D. Roosevelt monument though the Lincoln Memorial is the most popular. You also can visit Ford\u2019s Theater where Lincoln was assassinated. There are war memorials for WWI, WWI, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War here as well. You\u2019ll see the 555-foot-tall iconic white obelisk that\u2019s the Washington Monument. There are also memorials to Thomas Jefferson and Martin Luther King Jr. Nighttime walking tours of the Mall and its monuments from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/washington-dc-l62\/dc-at-night-historical-highlights-walking-tour-t128016\/?partner_id=LLKQJ38&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;placement=content-middle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get Your Guide<\/a> last 2.5 hours and cost $100 USD.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div data-gyg-widget=\"auto\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"LLKQJ38\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id4466_bcb10a-62 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4466_bcb10a-62 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4466_bcb10a-62 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4466_bcb10a-62 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4466_bcb10a-62 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4466_bcb10a-62 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4466_bcb10a-62 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"seedo\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4466_08bb7a-ad > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4466_08bb7a-ad > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4466_08bb7a-ad > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4466_08bb7a-ad > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4466_08bb7a-ad > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4466_08bb7a-ad > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4466_08bb7a-ad{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4466_08bb7a-ad > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4466_08bb7a-ad > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4466_08bb7a-ad\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7d671ee0 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_cdf62f-52, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_cdf62f-52[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_cdf62f-52\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_cdf62f-52 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_cdf62f-52[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_cdf62f-52\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading4466_cdf62f-52 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_cdf62f-52\">Other Things to See and Do in Washington D.C.<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Tour the White House<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Take a tour of where the most powerful person in the country lives. Built in 1800, here you can learn the history of the building and all those who have inhabited it. You have to apply in advance to get tickets through your member of Congress (within 21-90 days of your visit). If you are a citizen of a foreign country, you need to arrange tours through your embassy in D.C. You will be asked to provide security information several weeks before your tour to be approved so be sure to book early! Tours are free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Visit the Supreme Court<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>This Neoclassical building, known as the Marble Palace, was built in 1935 and is home to the highest court in the land. Court sessions are open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis and there are free 30-minute lectures in the main hall that explain how the court functions. Definitely try to attend one of the lectures as they offer a lot of information about how the court works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3.Visit the Holocaust Museum<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The Holocaust museum is both wonderful and heart-wrenching. It features a large permanent exhibit that takes up three whole levels and tells the story of the Holocaust through films, photos, artifacts, and first-person stories. Exhibits show how the United States responded to Nazism, including first-person stories about the soldiers who saw the aftermath of the Holocaust. There\u2019s even an exhibit that talks about the path to genocide through what happened to the Rohingya in Burma. It\u2019s a very moving museum. Be prepared to cry. Tickets are free but must be reserved online (with a $1 USD advance reservation fee).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Take a free walking tour<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best ways to take in the city is on a free walking tour (I always start my visits to a new city with one). You get to see the city\u2019s main sights, learn about its history, and have an expert on hand to ask any questions you have. <a href=\"\/\/freetoursbyfoot.com\/washington-dc-tours\/\u201d\">Free Tours by Foot<\/a> has a good selection to get you started. Just be sure to tip your guide at the end!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For a unique paid tour, check out the history tour &amp; pub crawl from <a href=\"\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/washington-dc-l62\/washington-dc-pub-crawl-history-tour-t402187\/?partner_id=LLKQJ38&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;placement=content-middle\u201d\">D.C. Crawling<\/a>. The tour is $59.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Visit the National Zoo<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>This zoo opened in 1889 and is home to over 1,800 animals spread over 160 acres (65 hectares). Here you\u2019ll find lemurs, great apes, elephants, reptiles, pandas, and more. It was one of the first zoos in the world to create a scientific research program too. While I normally don\u2019t like zoos, the scientific and conservation work they do here is ethically done and with great care to the animals. As part of the Smithsonian, the zoo is free to visit though you will still need to make a reservation online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Visit the Spy Museum<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Opened in 2002, the International Spy Museum has exhibits on both historical and contemporary spy craft. See shoes with false bottoms, photos of infamous spies, and interviews with former intelligence officers. There are over 7,000 items in the collection, with information going back to ancient Egypt and Greece and how their spies operated. It&#8217;s super interesting! Tickets start at $27 USD.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. See the cherry blossoms<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re in Washington between March and April, don\u2019t miss the Cherry Blossom Festival, which brings in 1.5 million visitors each year. The trees were a gift from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-guides\/japan-travel-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Japan<\/a> to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-guides\/united-states-travel-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">United States<\/a> in 1912 and their blossoming is marked by a celebration that includes concerts and fireworks. Tidal Basin, East Potomac Park, and the Washington Monument are the best places to see them up close.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Visit Alexandria\u2019s Old Town<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Head across the river to Alexandria, VA, a small town with cobblestone streets dotted with colonial buildings and historical landmarks. You can grab a drink or a meal at one of the many restaurants along the waterfront or visit the Carlyle House, a manor from the 1700s. For a look at what the pre-Revolutionary Alexandria harbor was like, check out the replica of the first ship commissioned by the Continental Navy, the Providence. One of the most fun things to do here is the pub crawl\/haunted ghost tour, where you explore historic places and haunted buildings while also visiting different pubs. <a href=\"https:\/\/nightlyspirits.com\/washington-dc-tours\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nightly Spirits<\/a> runs tours for $30 USD per person. While you&#8217;re here, don&#8217;t miss the old colonial manors, the former torpedo factory, and the skinniest historic house in the USA (it&#8217;s just 7 feet wide!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Explore the National Gallery of Art<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The museum was dedicated in 1941 and currently houses more than 150,000 works of art. There are has two wings to explore: the east wing, which houses the gallery&#8217;s more modern works (including works by Henri Matisse and Mark Rothko); and the west wing, which contains the collection&#8217;s older works (such as works by Sandro Botticelli and Claude Monet). There\u2019s even a painting by Leonardo da Vinci on display. You&#8217;ll see a lot of artists painting here and it&#8217;s fascinating watching them work to recreate these historic masterpieces. During the summer, the Sculpture Garden often hosts live music too. Admission is free but reservations need to be made online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Visit Embassies during Passport DC<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>During this annual springtime celebration, more than 70 embassies open their doors to visitors, staging cultural demonstrations, food tastings, and music and dance performances. It&#8217;s a remarkable way to spend a few days learning about various cultures and eating tons of delicious food! It takes place every year throughout the month of May. You can learn more at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.culturaltourismdc.org\/portal\/passport-dc1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">culturaltourismdc.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Visit the Library of Congress<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the largest library in the world. There are over 16 million books here and over 120 million other items. Established in 1800, over 3,000 staff help keep this place running. It\u2019s the main research center of the U.S. Congress and is home to the U.S. Copyright Office. Check the website for any special tours happening during your visit (sometimes they open the Music Division\u2019s Whittall Pavilion for public viewing). Don&#8217;t miss Thomas Jefferson\u2019s library, Bob Hope\u2019s personal documents (including his famous joke file), and the Gershwin Room dedicated to famous musicians.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. Hang out on the Tidal Basin<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Built in the 19th century, the Tidal Basin is a manmade pond stretching two miles along the National Mall. It covers 107 acres and is about ten feet deep. It serves as a popular hangout spot for locals and visitors and is the best place to see the cherry blossom trees each spring. If you walk the 2.1-mile Tidal Basin Loop Trail, you can see a number of historical sites and memorials like the John Paul Jones Memorial, the Japanese Pagoda, and the site where the first cherry tree was planted. In the spring and summer months, you can rent a paddleboat ($38 USD\/hour for a 4-person boat) and spend the afternoon relaxing on the pond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13. See the National Arboretum<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The 446-acre (180-hectare) National Arboretum provides a quiet oasis and is a peaceful spot to hang out with a book and enjoy some nature away from the busy city. It&#8217;s home to the National Capitol Columns, giant historic columns that once supported the East Portico of the U.S. Capitol from 1828-1958. Surrounding the columns are gardens as well as exhibits devoted to botanical research and conservation. The National Bonsai &amp; Penjing Museum is located here as well. The arboretum and museum are free to visit with no advance tickets needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14. Explore the National Archives Museum<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The National Archives Museum houses the Declaration of Independence, the Bill of Rights, and the Constitution, plus one of the few remaining copies of the Magna Carta left in the world. It\u2019s a great place for history buffs as it\u2019s filled with really informative panels. If you\u2019re traveling with children, there are plenty of interactive exhibits inside too. They also host history lectures and panels, so check the website to see what&#8217;s happening during your visit. Admission is free, but space is limited, so online reservations are a good idea. There is a $1 convenience fee for making online reservations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">15. Go distillery hopping<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re a fan of fine spirits, Washington has several distilleries around the city \u2014 many of which are within walking distance of one another. You can visit Republic Restoratives, One Eight, and Don Ciccio &amp; Figli without having to walk far. Most have a tasting room and some even offer self-guided tours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">16. See live music at Wolf Trap<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts is a scenic nature park that doubles as a music venue. It hosts tons of live music year-round at the Filene Center. Big performers like Lenny Kravitz, Sting, and The Beach Boys have played here in the past so check the website to see what\u2019s on during your visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">17. Take a food tour<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/washington-dc-l62\/u-street-and-shaw-neighborhood-food-tour-t54851\/?partner_id=LLKQJ38&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;placement=content-middle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Blue Fern DC<\/a> runs a food tour around U Street, which was the heart of Black culture in the USA from the 1920s-1940s. Learn about the history of the area and sample some iconic dishes as you explore. Tours are three hours and start at $112 USD per person. You\u2019ll hear stories about \u201cBlack Broadway\u201d during the Jazz Era and how the Civil Rights movement impacted this area while you enjoy samples of the cuisines that directly relate to the stories you\u2019ll hear. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/washington-dc-l62\/dc-eastern-market-eats-food-tour-5-food-stops-dessert-t684875\/?partner_id=LLKQJ38&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Unscripted Tours<\/a> will take you through a handful of local neighborhoods, like NoMa and Swampoodle, and give you a chance to sample their flavors. This tour is three hours and costs $125 USD per person. If you\u2019ve got a sweet tooth, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/washington-dc-l62\/washington-dc-underground-donut-tour-with-tastings-t433474\/?partner_id=LLKQJ38&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;placement=content-middle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Underground Donut Tour<\/a> is the perfect choice. You\u2019ll stop at four different donut shops and learn about their history and significance to the area along the way. The tour is two hours long and costs $70 USD per person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div data-gyg-widget=\"auto\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"LLKQJ38\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id4466_8d6339-ea > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4466_8d6339-ea > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4466_8d6339-ea > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4466_8d6339-ea > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4466_8d6339-ea > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4466_8d6339-ea > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4466_8d6339-ea alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"safe\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4466_85b06d-26 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4466_85b06d-26 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4466_85b06d-26 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4466_85b06d-26 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4466_85b06d-26 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4466_85b06d-26 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4466_85b06d-26{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4466_85b06d-26 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4466_85b06d-26 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4466_85b06d-26\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b68a4ab2 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_9899fa-48, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_9899fa-48[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_9899fa-48\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_9899fa-48 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_9899fa-48[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_9899fa-48\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading4466_9899fa-48 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_9899fa-48\">How to Stay Safe in Washington D.C.<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>D.C. is a safe place to travel as violent attacks here are very rare. As with any big city, pickpocketing and petty theft is your main concern, especially around nightlife areas like Shaw, Adams Morgan, and the Gallery Place-Chinatown Metro station. In general, be vigilant when taking public transportation and around tourist attractions. Thieves are known to take advantage of distracted visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Around the main tourist areas and monuments, watch out for scams. You can learn more about some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/avoid-travel-scams\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">common travel scams to avoid here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Solo female travelers should generally feel safe here but the standard precautions apply (never leave your drink unattended at the bar, never walk home alone intoxicated, etc.). For specific tips, I would read one of the many incredible solo female travel blogs on the web. They\u2019ll give you tips and advice that I can\u2019t.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you experience an emergency, dial 911 for assistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Always trust your gut instinct. Make copies of your personal documents, including your passport and ID.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most important piece of advice I can offer is to purchase good travel insurance. Travel insurance will protect you against illness, injury, theft, and cancellations. It&#8217;s comprehensive protection in case anything goes wrong. I never go on a trip without it as I&#8217;ve had to use it many times in the past. You can use the widget below to find the policy right for you:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"nm-sw-box\"><center><div class=\"safetywing-price-widget\" data-safetywingaffiliateid=\"24768462\"><\/div>\r\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/safetywing-static\/widget\/safetywing-price-widget.js\"><\/script><\/center><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id4466_980f40-6a > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4466_980f40-6a > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4466_980f40-6a > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4466_980f40-6a > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4466_980f40-6a > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4466_980f40-6a > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4466_980f40-6a alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"stay\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4466_06891b-f5 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4466_06891b-f5 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4466_06891b-f5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4466_06891b-f5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4466_06891b-f5 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4466_06891b-f5 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4466_06891b-f5{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4466_06891b-f5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4466_06891b-f5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4466_06891b-f5\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3c709811 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_87e00e-44, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_87e00e-44[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_87e00e-44\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_87e00e-44 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_87e00e-44[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_87e00e-44\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading4466_87e00e-44 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_87e00e-44\">Where to Stay in Washington D.C.<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Washington D.C. has several affordable hostels around the city. Here are my favorites:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/clubquarterswashingtondc.html?aid=1383362&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Club Quarters Hotel White House<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hostelworld.com%2Fhosteldetails.php%2FU-Street-Capsule-Hostel%2FWashington-DC%2F296115\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">U Street Capsule Hostel<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hostelworld.com%2Fhosteldetails.php%2FDuo-Housing-DC%2FWashington-DC%2F47670\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">DUO Housing DC<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hostelworld.com%2Fhosteldetails.php%2FHighroad-Hostel-DC%2FWashington-DC%2F264546\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Highroad Hostel Washington DC<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hostelworld.com%2Fpwa%2Fhosteldetails.php%2FGenerator-Washington-DC%2FWashington-DC%2F304068\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Generator Hostel<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/motto-by-hilton-washington-dc-city-center.html?aid=1383362&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/washington-plaza.html?aid=1383362&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Washington Plaza Hotel<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id4466_f53f4a-3c > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4466_f53f4a-3c > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4466_f53f4a-3c > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4466_f53f4a-3c > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4466_f53f4a-3c > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4466_f53f4a-3c > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4466_f53f4a-3c alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"costs\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4466_9056e4-5e > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4466_9056e4-5e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4466_9056e4-5e > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4466_9056e4-5e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4466_9056e4-5e > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4466_9056e4-5e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4466_9056e4-5e{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4466_9056e4-5e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4466_9056e4-5e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4466_9056e4-5e\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d46fbf53 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_3f65b5-39, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_3f65b5-39[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_3f65b5-39\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_3f65b5-39 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_3f65b5-39[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_3f65b5-39\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading4466_3f65b5-39 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_3f65b5-39\">Washington D.C. Travel Costs<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/2022\/dcguide3.jpg\" alt=\"Wide street with stately government buildings in Washington, DC.\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id4466_1e0197-8c > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4466_1e0197-8c > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4466_1e0197-8c > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id4466_1e0197-8c > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4466_1e0197-8c > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4466_1e0197-8c > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4466_1e0197-8c alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4466_1f1ae2-c5 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4466_1f1ae2-c5 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4466_1f1ae2-c5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4466_1f1ae2-c5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4466_1f1ae2-c5 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4466_1f1ae2-c5 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4466_1f1ae2-c5{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4466_1f1ae2-c5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4466_1f1ae2-c5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4466_1f1ae2-c5\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_536050-79, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_536050-79[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_536050-79\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_536050-79 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_536050-79[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_536050-79\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading4466_536050-79 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_536050-79\">Accommodation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hostel dorms &#8211; $32-50 USD per night <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hostel private rooms &#8211; $105-125 USD per night<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Budget hotels &#8211; $140-170 USD per night<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Airbnb private rooms &#8211; $80 USD per night<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Airbnb apartments &#8211; $125 USD per night<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4466_4cc8d4-3b > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4466_4cc8d4-3b > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4466_4cc8d4-3b > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4466_4cc8d4-3b > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4466_4cc8d4-3b > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4466_4cc8d4-3b > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4466_4cc8d4-3b{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4466_4cc8d4-3b > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4466_4cc8d4-3b > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4466_4cc8d4-3b\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_86de71-5e, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_86de71-5e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_86de71-5e\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_86de71-5e mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_86de71-5e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_86de71-5e\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading4466_86de71-5e wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_86de71-5e\">Food<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Breakfast &#8211; $10-20 USD<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sit-down restaurants &#8211; $25-55 USD<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Casual take-out places &#8211; $11-25 USD<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fast food (think McDonald\u2019s) &#8211; $12 USD<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Beer &#8211; $9-10 USD<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cappuccino\/latte- $5.50 USD<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bottled water &#8211; $2.50 USD<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Groceries for a week -$55-60 USD<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id4466_0370f3-75 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4466_0370f3-75 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4466_0370f3-75 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4466_0370f3-75 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4466_0370f3-75 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4466_0370f3-75 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4466_0370f3-75 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"budget\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4466_240a26-03 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4466_240a26-03 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4466_240a26-03 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4466_240a26-03 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4466_240a26-03 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4466_240a26-03 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4466_240a26-03{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4466_240a26-03 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4466_240a26-03 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4466_240a26-03\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0a82afeb heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_93a47e-b7, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_93a47e-b7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_93a47e-b7\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_93a47e-b7 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_93a47e-b7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_93a47e-b7\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading4466_93a47e-b7 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_93a47e-b7\">Washington D.C. Suggested Budgets<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id4466_bdf626-35 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4466_bdf626-35 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4466_bdf626-35 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, calc(30% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem) * 2 )\/3)))minmax(0, calc(40% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem) * 2 )\/3)))minmax(0, calc(30% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem) * 2 )\/3)));}.kb-row-layout-id4466_bdf626-35 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}.kb-row-layout-id4466_bdf626-35 .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep{height:100px;}.kb-row-layout-id4466_bdf626-35 .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep svg{width:100%;}.kb-row-layout-id4466_bdf626-35 .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep svg{fill:#ffffff!important;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4466_bdf626-35 > .kt-row-column-wrap > div:not(.added-for-specificity){grid-column:initial;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4466_bdf626-35 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr) minmax(0, 2fr) minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4466_bdf626-35 .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep{height:px;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4466_bdf626-35 .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep svg{width:%;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4466_bdf626-35 > .kt-row-column-wrap > div:not(.added-for-specificity){grid-column:initial;}.kb-row-layout-id4466_bdf626-35 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4466_bdf626-35 .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep{height:px;}.kb-row-layout-id4466_bdf626-35 .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep svg{width:%;}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4466_bdf626-35 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-3-columns kt-row-layout-center-half kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4466_85d34c-98 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4466_85d34c-98 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4466_85d34c-98 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4466_85d34c-98 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4466_85d34c-98 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4466_85d34c-98 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4466_85d34c-98{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4466_85d34c-98 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4466_85d34c-98 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4466_85d34c-98\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_d602b3-03, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_d602b3-03[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_d602b3-03\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_d602b3-03 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_d602b3-03[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_d602b3-03\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading4466_d602b3-03 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_d602b3-03\">Backpacker &#8211; 90 USD Per Day<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re backpacking, you can stay in a hostel dorm, use public transportation to get around, cook all your meals, and do free activities like visiting the Smithsonian and taking free walking tours. If you plan on drinking, add another $20-30 USD per day to your budget.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4466_caa620-e0 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);}.kadence-column4466_caa620-e0 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:0px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-right:2px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-bottom:0px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-left:2px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);}.kadence-column4466_caa620-e0 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4466_caa620-e0 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4466_caa620-e0 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4466_caa620-e0 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4466_caa620-e0 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4466_caa620-e0 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4466_caa620-e0{position:relative;}.kadence-column4466_caa620-e0, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column4466_caa620-e0:not(.specificity){margin-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4466_caa620-e0 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;border-top:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4466_caa620-e0, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column4466_caa620-e0:not(.specificity){margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4466_caa620-e0 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right:2px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left:2px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4466_caa620-e0\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_49b2a8-17, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_49b2a8-17[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_49b2a8-17\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_49b2a8-17 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_49b2a8-17[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_49b2a8-17\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading4466_49b2a8-17 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_49b2a8-17\">Midrange &#8211; 220 USD Per Day<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A midrange budget covers staying in a private Airbnb or hostel room. You&#8217;ll be able to have a few drinks at the bar, take the occasional taxi to get around, eat out for a few meals, and do some paid activities like in-depth walking tours and museum visits.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4466_68ab98-51 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4466_68ab98-51 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4466_68ab98-51 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4466_68ab98-51 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4466_68ab98-51 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4466_68ab98-51 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4466_68ab98-51{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4466_68ab98-51 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4466_68ab98-51 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4466_68ab98-51\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_046955-0f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_046955-0f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_046955-0f\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_046955-0f mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_046955-0f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_046955-0f\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading4466_046955-0f wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_046955-0f\">Upscale &#8211; 400 USD Per Day<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>On a &#8220;luxury&#8221; budget, you can stay in a hotel, drink as much as you&#8217;d like, eat out anywhere you want, and do more guided tours and activities. This is just the ground floor for luxury though. The sky is the limit!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id4466_575863-f2 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4466_575863-f2 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4466_575863-f2 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4466_575863-f2 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4466_575863-f2 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4466_575863-f2 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4466_575863-f2 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"saving\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4466_bb266a-31 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4466_bb266a-31 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4466_bb266a-31 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4466_bb266a-31 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4466_bb266a-31 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4466_bb266a-31 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4466_bb266a-31{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4466_bb266a-31 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4466_bb266a-31 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4466_bb266a-31\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-425522ad heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_5eb978-bc, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_5eb978-bc[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_5eb978-bc\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_5eb978-bc mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_5eb978-bc[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_5eb978-bc\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading4466_5eb978-bc wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_5eb978-bc\">Washington D.C. Travel Guide: Money-Saving Tips<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Washington can be an expensive city if you\u2019re eating and drinking out a lot. However, budget travelers have endless options for free attractions and cheap food to help keep costs down. Here are some ways to save money in D.C:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bring a water bottle<\/strong> \u2013 The tap water here is safe to drink so bring a reusable water bottle to save money and reduce your plastic use. <a href=\"https:\/\/lifestraw.xyibsh.net\/B0AY14\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LifeStraw<\/a> is my go-to brand as their bottles have built in filters to ensure your water is always clean and safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Visit the museums and monuments for free<\/strong> &#8211; Most of the museums in D.C. are free. The D.C. museums are some of the most incredible in the U.S. Along with all the museums, the monuments are also free to see.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Redeem hotel points<\/strong> &#8211; Sign up for hotel credit cards and use those points when you travel to save some money on accommodations. There\u2019s nothing better than free nights and most cards come with at least 1-2 free for signing up. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/points-miles-for-beginners\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">This post can help you understand the basics<\/a> so you can start earning points today and have plenty for your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Take a free walking tour<\/strong> &#8211; DC Walkabout and Free Tours by Foot offer free walking tours of the city. I suggest doing one of these when you arrive so you can ask the tour guide all your questions and get recommendations on what to do in the city. Just be sure to tip your guide!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Buy a transit pass<\/strong> The Washington DC public transportation system will take you pretty much anywhere you want to go with the subway, streetcar, and bus options. You can save over buying a ride at a time with the unlimited passes. A one-day pass is $13 USD and a three-day pass is $28 USD. If you\u2019re staying for a whole week, you can get a seven-day pass for $58 USD.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Check out the public performances<\/strong> &#8211; The Kennedy Center\u2019s Millennium Stage offers free performances on a weekly basis. Some theaters offer student and senior pricing, and you can also save money by purchasing last-minute tickets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Free outdoor theater<\/strong> &#8211; During the summer, free outdoor movies are offered at many places around the city. Ask your hotel\/hostel staff for details or check with the local tourism office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Walk everywhere<\/strong> &#8211; Since most of the monuments and museums are in the central area, you can walk everywhere to save money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Check out free embassy events<\/strong> &#8211; Even when it\u2019s not Passport DC month, DC\u2019s embassies host year-round events. Some are paid concerts or lectures, but often embassies will host free events like screenings and book signings. Eventbrite.com has a regularly updated list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Save money on rideshares<\/strong> &#8211; Uber and Lyft are cheaper than taxis and are the best way to get around the city if you don\u2019t want to take a bus or pay for a taxi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stay with a local<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/how-to-crush-it-on-couchsurfing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Couchsurfing<\/a> has plenty of hosts throughout the city who can show you around and let you stay with them for free. I\u2019ve used it plenty of times and have really enjoyed it as a way to meet people and get insider tips and advice.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id4466_54c3da-37 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4466_54c3da-37 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4466_54c3da-37 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4466_54c3da-37 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4466_54c3da-37 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4466_54c3da-37 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4466_54c3da-37 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"getaround\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4466_f36e5c-b8 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4466_f36e5c-b8 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4466_f36e5c-b8 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4466_f36e5c-b8 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4466_f36e5c-b8 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4466_f36e5c-b8 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4466_f36e5c-b8{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4466_f36e5c-b8 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4466_f36e5c-b8 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4466_f36e5c-b8\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-4f458871 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_658bdf-5a, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_658bdf-5a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_658bdf-5a\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_658bdf-5a mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_658bdf-5a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_658bdf-5a\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading4466_658bdf-5a wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_658bdf-5a\">How to Get Around in Washington D.C.<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/2022\/dcguide4.jpg\" alt=\"Historic red brick buildings and cherry blossoms in bloom in Washington, DC.\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Public transportation<\/strong> &#8211; D.C&#8217;s subway system can get you to most places around the city. There are six color-coded lines, accessible via a rechargeable SmarTrip card. It costs $10 USD to buy and $8 USD of that is fare money (you can also use the SmarTrip app and use your phone as a contactless payment method, bypassing the need to get a physical card). Fares cost between $2-6 USD, depending on distance traveled and time of day (fares increase a little during rush hour).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s also an extensive bus system and monorail in the city. You need to pay with exact change or use your SmarTrip card. Fare for the bus is $2 USD and fares for Monorail vary by time. There are passes for the monorail and bus available as well ($13 USD for a day pass, $28 USD for a three-day pass, and $58 USD for a seven-day pass).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The DC Circulator bus runs between the main tourist areas, including Union State, the National Mall, and the White House area. Fares are $1 USD (you can also pay with your SmarTrip card).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There&#8217;s a limited streetcar route that also departs from Union State. It&#8217;s free to ride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bike rental<\/strong> &#8211; Capital Bikeshare is Washington D.C&#8217;s main bike-sharing program, with over 4,000 bicycles around the city. For a single trip, it costs $1 USD to unlock and then $0.05 USD per minute for a classic bike and $0.15 USD per minute for an ebike. A 24-hour pass is $8 USD (which covers unlimited 45-minute trips on a classic bike and $0.10 USD per minute on an ebike).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are also lots of scooters here, including Bird, Jump, Lime, and Lyft. Most cost $1 USD to unlock and then $0.40 USD per minute. You need to download their apps to use them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Water taxi<\/strong> &#8211; Potomac Riverboat Co. runs the water taxis up and down the river, between Georgetown, the Wharf, and Old Town Alexandria. Fares range from $22-27 USD per trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Taxis<\/strong> &#8211; Taxis are super expensive here! Fares start at $3.50 USD and then it&#8217;s $2.16 USD per mile after that. Skip them if you can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ridesharing<\/strong> &#8211; Uber and Lyft are cheaper than taxis and are the best way to get around a city if you don\u2019t want to take a bus or pay for a cab.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Car rental<\/strong> &#8211; Car rentals can be found for as little as $48 USD per day for a multi-day rental. Drivers need to be 21. Unless you&#8217;re doing some trips outside the side though you won&#8217;t need to rent a car. For the best rental car deals, use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/?a_aid=nomadicmatt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Discover Cars<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id4466_7f7560-3b > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4466_7f7560-3b > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4466_7f7560-3b > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4466_7f7560-3b > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4466_7f7560-3b > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4466_7f7560-3b > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4466_7f7560-3b alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"when\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4466_85c941-9c > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4466_85c941-9c > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4466_85c941-9c > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4466_85c941-9c > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4466_85c941-9c > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4466_85c941-9c > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4466_85c941-9c{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4466_85c941-9c > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4466_85c941-9c > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4466_85c941-9c\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-92d7936f heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_04d81e-76, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_04d81e-76[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_04d81e-76\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_04d81e-76 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_04d81e-76[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_04d81e-76\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading4466_04d81e-76 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_04d81e-76\">When to Go to Washington D.C.<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) are the best times to visit Washington. Autumn is particularly beautiful as the leaves change, but the National Cherry Blossom Festival at the end of March\/early April is well worth the trip. May is also a good time to visit for Passport DC month. Average autumn temperatures are 68\u00b0F (20\u00b0C), while spring is slightly warmer with temperatures getting up to 75\u00b0F (24\u00b0C) in May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Summer is peak season in D.C., which means more crowds and inflated prices. In July, temperatures can climb to 89\u00b0F (31\u00b0C) or higher. On the other hand, the atmosphere in the city is lively during this time and if you can tolerate the heat, it&#8217;s a great time to get outdoors and enjoy the free attractions. The city puts on an incredible Fourth of July celebration with tons of fireworks and festivities. Memorial Day is another great time to be in the city to see the parades, concerts, and there\u2019s even a motorcycle rally for veterans. You can also enjoy Summer Restaurant week when local restaurants offer specially-priced menus so you can try some of the best food in the city for much cheaper than usual.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Winter is the off-season. Temperatures can drop to below freezing at night and with high temperatures during the day are between 42\u00b0F-47\u00b0F (6\u00b0C-8\u00b0C). Howerver, this is when you\u2019ll get the cheapest accommodation rates. Plus, all the museums and historic sites are crowd-free so if you can stick to indoor activities this is an ideal time to come. There are outdoor events happening, but you\u2019ll definitely want to bring plenty of warm layers. The National Christmas Tree Lighting happens in late November or early December. Georgetown GLOW is an illuminated art event that lights up the historic neighborhood in the evenings throughout December and into January.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"guide-block resources-block\"><h3 id=\"book\"><span>Washington Travel Guide: The Best Booking Resources<\/span><\/h3><p>These are my favorite companies to use when I travel. They consistently have the best deals, offer world-class customer service and great value, and overall, are better than their competitors. They are the companies I use the most and are always the starting point in my search for travel deals. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/skyscanner.pxf.io\/c\/214481\/1027991\/13416?associateid=AFF_TRA_19354_00001\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Skyscanner<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Skyscanner is my favorite flight search engine. They search small websites and budget airlines that larger search sites tend to miss. They are hands down the number one place to start.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Hostelworld<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; This is the best hostel accommodation site out there with the largest inventory, best search interface, and widest availability.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/index.html?aid=362916\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Booking.com<\/a> &#8211; The best all around booking site that constantly provides the cheapest and lowest rates. They have the widest selection of budget accommodation. In all my tests, they\u2019ve always had the cheapest rates out of all the booking websites. <\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/?partner_id=LLKQJ38&#038;utm_medium=online_publisher&#038;placement=content-top\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Get Your Guide<\/a> &#8211; Get Your Guide is a huge online marketplace for tours and excursions. They have tons of tour options available in cities all around the world, including everything from cooking classes, walking tours, street art lessons, and more!<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/safetywing.com\/nomad-insurance?referenceID=24768462\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">SafetyWing<\/a> &#8211; Safety Wing offers convenient and affordable plans tailored to digital nomads and long-term travelers. They have cheap monthly plans, great customer service, and an easy-to-use claims process that makes it perfect for those on the road.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/lifestraw.xyibsh.net\/mgXd1D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">LifeStraw<\/a> &#8211; My go-to company for reusable water bottles with built-in filters so you can ensure your drinking water is always clean and safe.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=2045947&#038;u=1442001&#038;m=125871&#038;urllink=&#038;afftrack=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Unbound Merino<\/a> &#8211; They make lightweight, durable, easy-to-clean travel clothing.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/best-travel-credit-cards\/\">Top Travel Credit Cards<\/a> &#8211; Points are the best way to cut down travel expenses. Here&#8217;s my favorite point earning credit cards so you can get free travel!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id4466_d5bdfd-a5 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4466_d5bdfd-a5 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4466_d5bdfd-a5 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4466_d5bdfd-a5 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4466_d5bdfd-a5 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4466_d5bdfd-a5 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4466_d5bdfd-a5 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"posts\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4466_ec8dbe-be > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4466_ec8dbe-be > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4466_ec8dbe-be > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4466_ec8dbe-be > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4466_ec8dbe-be > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4466_ec8dbe-be > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4466_ec8dbe-be{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4466_ec8dbe-be > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4466_ec8dbe-be > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4466_ec8dbe-be\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-6886dad7 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_fb32d4-9d, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_fb32d4-9d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_fb32d4-9d\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_fb32d4-9d mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading4466_fb32d4-9d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_fb32d4-9d\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading4466_fb32d4-9d wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading4466_fb32d4-9d\">Washington D.C. Travel Guide: Related Articles<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Want more tips for your trip? Check out all the articles I\u2019ve written on United States travel and continue planning your trip:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id4466_3ec98d-ad > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4466_3ec98d-ad > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4466_3ec98d-ad > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:0px;}.kb-row-layout-id4466_3ec98d-ad > .kt-row-column-wrap > div:not(.added-for-specificity){grid-column:initial;}.kb-row-layout-id4466_3ec98d-ad > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(3, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id4466_3ec98d-ad > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4466_3ec98d-ad > .kt-row-column-wrap > div:not(.added-for-specificity){grid-column:initial;}}@media all and (max-width: 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data-columns-xs=\"1\" data-columns-ss=\"1\"data-item-selector=\".kt-post-masonry-item\" aria-label=\"Post Carousel\"><article class=\"kt-blocks-post-grid-item post-2575 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-america tag-budget-travel tag-united-states tag-washington-dc\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-post-grid-item-inner-wrap kt-feat-image-align-top kt-feat-image-mobile-align-top\"><div class=\"kadence-post-image\"><div class=\"kadence-post-image-intrisic kt-image-ratio-56-25\" style=\"padding-bottom:56.25%;\"><div class=\"kadence-post-image-inner-intrisic\"><a aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"presentation\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/free-things-to-do-in-washington-dc\/\" aria-label=\"25+ Free Things to Do in Washington, D.C.\" class=\"kadence-post-image-inner-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"675\" height=\"395\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/06\/freedc001.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Jefferson Memorial in Washington, DC\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/06\/freedc001.jpg 675w, https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/06\/freedc001-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/06\/freedc001-600x351.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/06\/freedc001-400x234.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 675px) 100vw, 675px\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"kt-blocks-post-grid-item-inner\"><header><h4 class=\"entry-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/free-things-to-do-in-washington-dc\/\">25+ Free Things to Do in Washington, D.C.<\/a><\/h4><div class=\"kt-blocks-post-top-meta\"><\/div><\/header><div class=\"entry-content\"><\/div><footer class=\"kt-blocks-post-footer\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-post-footer-left\"><\/div><div 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tag-safety-tips tag-travel-safety tag-united-states\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-post-grid-item-inner-wrap kt-feat-image-align-top kt-feat-image-mobile-align-top\"><div class=\"kadence-post-image\"><div class=\"kadence-post-image-intrisic kt-image-ratio-56-25\" style=\"padding-bottom:56.25%;\"><div class=\"kadence-post-image-inner-intrisic\"><a aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"presentation\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/united-states-travel-safety\/\" aria-label=\"Is it Safe to Visit the United States?\" class=\"kadence-post-image-inner-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"599\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/usairportborder-1024x599.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"The US border at the Toronto International Airport\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/usairportborder-1024x599.jpg 1024w, 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