Insiders' Guide® to Washington, D.C., 6th

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Pub. Date: 2004-06-01
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Summary

For more than twenty years, the Insiders' Guide(R) series has remained the essential source for in-depth travel and relocation information. Each guide is written by locals and true insiders and offers a personal, practical perspective that readers everywhere have come to know and love.From the museums and historic landmarks of The Mall to the diverse international restaurants in Adams Morgan, the Nation's Capital is full of awe-inspiring landmarks and diverse educational and cultural opportunities. This authoritative guide will show you how to navigate Metro Washington, from bustling Capitol Hill and Dupont Circle to the historic towns, equestrian farms, and upscale neighborhoods in Northern Virginia and Suburban Maryland. Inside you'll find: -countless details on how to live and thrive in the area, from the best shopping to the lowdown on real estate and schools-the inside scoop on world-renowned attractions such as the Smithsonian Institution's National Gem Collection and Fords' Theatre-comprehensive listings of restaurants, lodgings, special events, and recreation opportunities-sections dedicated to children, retirement, and much moreWhether you're planning a vacation, living in the area, or looking to relocate, Insiders' Guide to Washington, D.C. will show you everything you need to know.

Author Biography

Mary Jane Solomon writes regular articles for the Washington Post's "Weekend" section and Virginia Parent News. She lives in Annandale, Virginia.

Barbara Ruben is managing editor of the Senior Beacon and also works as a freelance reporter for the Washington Post. She lives in Kensington, Maryland.

Table of Contents

Preface xi
Acknowledgments xiii
How to Use This Book 1(2)
Metro Washington Overview 3(18)
History 21(10)
Getting Around the Metro Area 31(18)
Accommodations 49(22)
Bed-and-Breakfasts and Country Inns 71(4)
Restaurants 75(44)
Nightlife 119(16)
Shopping 135(28)
Annual Events 163(20)
Attractions 183(30)
The Arts 213(26)
Kidstuff 239(28)
Spectator Sports 267(16)
Parks and Recreation 283(26)
Day Trips and Weekend Getaways 309(24)
Civil War Sites 333(19)
International Washington 352(9)
Relocation 361(17)
Child Care 378(8)
Health Care 386(19)
Education 405(23)
Senior Scene 428(15)
Worship 443(9)
Media 452(14)
Index 466(28)
About the Authors 494

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