Frommer's Washington, D.C. 2024 - 9th Edition by Kaeli Conforti (Paperback)

About the Book

Washington, D.C. can be an overwhelming destination for visitors. With so many museums, so many historic sights, so many working government buildings to see not to mention its scintillating foodie and nightlife scenes just coming up with a plan can be stressful. That's where Frommer's comes in. We've hired a local journalist to supply the advice and details you need to create the right vacation for you. These include strategies for seeing the iconic sights without fighting the crowds; places that only locals know about; and smart itineraries so you can make the most of your time in the city."--

Book Synopsis

Washington, D.C. can be an overwhelming destination for visitors. With so many museums, so many historic sights, so many working government buildings to see―not to mention its scintillating foodie and nightlife scenes―just coming up with a plan can be stressful.

That's where Frommer's comes in. We've hired a local journalist to supply the advice and details you need to create the right vacation for you. These include strategies for seeing the iconic sights without fighting the crowds; places that only locals know about; and smart itineraries so you can make the most of your time in the city.

Frommer's EasyGuide to Washington, D.C. includes:

- Dozens of maps, including a handy fold-out map of the city and its underground train system to help you make the most efficient (and fun) use of your time in the Capitol

- Exact pricing and public transportation information for every listing in the book, so there's never any guessing

- Opinionated reviews which tell you which attractions are worth your time, and which will only be of interest to some visitors

- Star ratings that take value into account, and will help you find the right hotels, restaurants, nightspots and shops for you, in all price ranges

- Fun-to-follow, self-guided walking tours of DC's most intriguing neighborhoods

- 16-page photo guide with vibrant photographs, at the front of the book, plus black and white photos throughout

- Helpful planning advice for getting there, getting around, saving money, and getting the most from your trip

About Frommer's: There's a reason that Frommer's has been the most trusted name in travel for more than 60 years. Arthur Frommer created the bestselling guide series in 1957 to help American service members fulfill their dreams of travel in Europe. Since then, we have published thousands of titles, becoming a household name by helping millions upon millions of people realize their own dreams of seeing our planet. Travel is easy with Frommer's.

About the Author

Originally from New York City, Kaeli Conforti grew up in Hawaii and Florida and then moved to Washington, D.C. following an epic 2-year Working Holiday Visa adventure in Australia and New Zealand. A seasoned travel writer and editor, her work has been featured in Travel + Leisure, Forbes, Business Insider, CNBC Select, Thrillist, Tripadvisor, Mental Floss, Budget Travel, The Points Guy, among other sites.

Kaeli has thoroughly enjoyed learning about D.C.'s many diverse neighborhoods, going for long walks in Rock Creek Park, and checking out as many bars and restaurants as possible near her place in Shaw. She is constantly in awe of and inspired by the resilience of her Washingtonian neighbors, who continue to rise to every challenge with grace, be it a global pandemic, a failed insurrection, or the ongoing battle to become a state and gain full representation in Congress.