Frommer's Washington, D.C. 2009 (Frommer's Complete)

By Elise Hartman Ford

America's #1 bestselling travel series Written by more than 175 outspoken travelers around the globe, Frommer's Complete Guides help travelers experience places the way locals do. More annually updated guides than any other series 16-page color section and foldout map in all annual guides Outspoken opinions, exact prices, and suggested itineraries Dozens of detailed maps in an easy-to-read, two-color design You'll never fall into the tourist traps when you travel with Frommer's. It's like having a friend show you around, taking you to the places locals like best. Our expert authors have already gone everywhere you might go--they've done the legwork for you, and they're not afraid to tell it like it is, saving you time and money. No other series offers candid reviews of so many hotels and restaurants in all price ranges. Every Frommer's Travel Guide is up-to-date, with exact prices for everything, dozens of color maps, and exciting coverage of sports, shopping, and nightlife. You'd be lost without us Thoroughly updated every year (unlike most of the competition), Frommer's Washington, D.C. features gorgeous color photos of the monuments and memorials, sights and experiences that await you. Our expert author, a longtime resident, hits all the highlights, from the Smithsonian to springtime's glorious cherry blossoms. She's checked out all the city's best hotels and restaurants in person, and will help you find the choices that suit your tastes and budget. Her honest and opinionated dining reviews encompass everything from the best power lunch spots to family-friendly choices, from affordable ethnic spots to trendy bistros opened by D.C.'s hottest new chefs. Our complete sightseeing guide offers fascinating background stories and practical logistical tips. Look for up-to-the-minute coverage of shopping and nightlife; detailed walking tours; accurate neighborhood maps; and side trips to Mount Vernon and Alexandria. You'll even get a color fold-out map

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0470287888
• ISBN13: 9780470287880
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Frommer's
• Length: 310 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.0" x 7.9"

Customer Reviews

Frommers on DC

As always, great and helpful little book- helped a bunch with a group of 8 seniors getting around Wa DC.

Saved hundreds with this informative book!

This book saved me and my fellow travelling teacher hundreds of dollars and gave us information to have a wonderful DC experience! We saved and sacrified to stay in individual rooms at a downtown hotel that was more money than either one of us had ever spent in our lives. After talking with others and a friend who works for the government, we realized it was important to stay close to the sights and hub transportation which is much safer than walking blocks at night or driving in each day facing the hectic DC traffic. We booked rooms at an upscale hotel just 2 blocks from Union Station and close to the Capitol. En route, we read the chapter on hotels and how to get the best price. We thought we had the best price when we reserved our rooms 8 months ago, but when we took a chance and called with the info provided, we each saved over $500 for the 5 night stay. We were absolutely thrilled, and this helped with the $40 a day parking and overnight accommodations en route and returning. The hotel made ALL the difference in our overall experience. Do get good walking shoes. Take the Tourmobile tour recommended. Don't be afraid to try the Metro train or buses which will save you a lot of time since there is so much to see and do. Don't miss Arlington. Be sure to eat at the Dubliner's Pub. The Library of Congress is a magnificent national treasure. Try to contact state rep 6 months before your trip for White House and Captitol tours. See national monuments and war memorials up close rather than just from tour bus. Check out Union Station for food and shops. No separate DC map is necessary since the Metro and city maps are included. Priceless book for anyone traveling to one of America's most beautiful, friendly, historical, and exciting cities!

Best Travel Guide~

I've read this Washington DC travel guide cover to cover and love it! The writing style is interesting and extremely informative. I looked at and purchased several other (NFT, Fodors...) and feel this one is the best!

Always the Best

From dining to sightseeing to sleeping, we are always happy with the tips and recommendations in Frommer's Guides.

Right to the Point

This book is full of information that you will use, not just wordy passages to fill the pages. It's a pretty quick read and in my 30 day stay in DC I used it almost daily. This was the first time I used a Frommer's guide and I will definitely choose Frommer's again for other places when I plan to visit. This book, accompanied by a Streetwise Map of DC, is all you will need to make the most of your time in the nation's capitol! Update/Additional Comments August 4, 2008 I am adding this comment because my previous review doesn't give much info. The Frommer's DC guide will help you in many ways: How to travel to/from/within DC Where to stay in DC with pricing info, etc. Food in DC - where to eat with kids, special occasion dinners, late night snacks, happy hour specials Leads you to the most popular sights as well as special interest locations With relation to the sights and dining, the location, metro stop (or other transportation), hours and details of visiting are provided with each entry After reading this book I felt like I had a friend sit down and tell me all about DC and the best way to enjoy it.