Dulles International to Washington City Centre Dulles International is located 26 miles west of Washington. Washington Flyer Coach Service offers first-rate travel at economy prices. You'll ride on comfortable, climate-controlled coaches to and from Washington Dulles International Airport at exceptionally low fare. Best of all, you'll enjoy a stress-free trip as you are delivered straight to the Airport's front door, or to the West Falls Church Metro Station. Washington Flyer Coach Service will take you non-stop to Metro's West Falls Church Station for just $10 one-way or $18 round-trip. This is where you can connect to the highly acclaimed D.C. Metro system and continue on to your final destination quickly and conveniently. Ticket Information: Tickets for the Flyer Coach can be purchased at the ticket counter located inside the vestibule of Door 4 on the Arrivals Level of the Main Terminal. Passengers boarding at Metro's West Falls Church Station can purchase a ticket when the Coach arrives at Washington Dulles International Airport.
WASHINGTON AND PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Metro is a convenient and stress-free way to get around the Washington DC metropolitan area. You can explore the city and its Virginia and Maryland suburbs without the hassles of traffic and parking or the expense of gas. New riders can learn about the basics of the Metro system by visiting both the Rail and Bus sections on www.wmata.com. The Commuter Tips page will have you traveling like a skilled veteran in no time.
Downtown to FedEx Field Want to avoid the hassle of driving? Then hop on the Metro. Just take the Blue Line to the Morgan Boulevard Metro Station. The Morgan Boulevard Station is located on Garrett Morgan Boulevard and is within 1-mile walking distance to FedEx Field.
Downtown to Nationals Park Unless you have reserved parking surrounding Nationals Park, Metro and Nats Express are the best ways to go to the game. Location: Nationals Park is located in Southeast Washington along the Anacostia River bounded by South Capitol Street to the west, North Street to the north, First Street to the east and Potomac Avenue to the south.
Downtown to Verizon Center The Verizon Center, located in downtown Washington DC, is a state-of-the-art sports and entertainment facility. Home to the NBA's Washington Wizards, NHL's Washington Capitals, WNBA's Washington Mystics, and the NCAA's Georgetown Hoyas's men's basketball team. Metro Access: Metro is conveniently located directly underneath Verizon Center with metro stations at Gallery Place-Chinatown (Red, Yellow and Green lines).
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LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
The Capitol is among the most architecturally impressive and symbolically important buildings in the world. The Senate and the House of Representatives have met here for more than two centuries. Begun in 1793, the Capitol has been built, burnt, rebuilt, extended, and restored; today, it stands as a monument not only to its builders but also to the American people and their government. Hours: The Capitol Visitor Center is open to visitors from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday except for Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Day and Inauguration Day. Tours of the U.S. Capitol are conducted from 8:50 a.m. to 3:20 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
The Smithsonian Institution Start your visit at the Smithsonian Information Center in the Castle, open daily from 8:30am to 5:30pm, your gateway to learning about the Smithsonian's 19 museums and 9 research centres. Smithsonian museums in Washington, D.C., are open every day of the year except December 25. Most museums are open from 10am to 5:30pm. Ten of the Smithsonian museums in Washington, D.C., span an area from 3rd to 14th Streets between Constitution Avenue and Independence Avenue, approximately 1 mile (1.6 km). Because you will do a lot of walking between and within museums, plan to wear comfortable clothing and shoes!
The Washington Monument, a memorial to George Washington, the first president, is the most prominent landmark in Washington, DC and stands as the centrepiece of the National Mall. Potomac River Cruises. For a different view of Washington DC, take a cruise along the Potomac River. See landmarks such as the Kennedy Center, Watergate, the Washington Monument, the U. S. Capitol, the Jefferson Memorial and more. Washington, DC sightseeing cruises are a nice way to relax and capture great photographs of the nation’s capital.
Riverboat Cruises These short sightseeing cruises depart from the dock at Washington Harbour, at 31st and K Streets in Georgetown. Cruise along the Potomac River and see some of the regions most notable landmarks. Some excursions go to Old Town Alexandria. Cruises run several times a day, weather permitting. Old Town Trolley Tours are a convenient way to explore Washington, DC, especially for a first time visitor. You can explore the nation’s capital and its many attractions at your own pace using "Hop on - Hop off" privileges at 19 stops around the city. Old Town Trolleys operate from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (4:30 p.m. in winter) and make stops at each designated location every 30 minutes. No reservations are required and you can board at any stop and rejoin for free all day long.
Old Town Trolley Tours provide a narrated tour, highlighting the history and interesting facts of over 100 points of interest. The tour includes Washington's major attractions such as the Smithsonian Institution, Lincoln Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, Vietnam Veteran's Memorial, Georgetown, Washington National Cathedral, the White House, and much more.
The International Spy Museum The International Spy Museum is located in Downtown, Washington, DC within the Pennsylvania Quarter neighbourhood and stretches the entire city block between 9th and 8th Streets at 800 F Street, NW — one block from the Gallery Place/China Town Metrorail Station and the MCI Center. Welcome to the International Spy Museum and the world of espionage. What interest brings you here? Is it a love of spy "who-done-its" from film noir and the movies, or spy page-turners from literature? Perhaps a fascination with history and a desire to learn secrets behind world events? Or an urgency to understand the complexities of our world today and the need for solid intelligence now, more than ever? No matter what motives brought you here…leave your preconceptions behind. Learn about the authentic tradecraft that has been used throughout time and around the world. Hear spies, in their own words, describe the challenges and the "game" of spying. A spy must live a life of lies. Adopt a cover identity and learn why an operative needs one. See the credentials an agent must have to get in, or out, of difficult situations. Proceed directly to the Briefing Film where you'll come face to face with the real world of spying. Spies are motivated for very different reasons--what might motivate you? Patriotism? Money? A compromising situation? Your own ego?
BARS
Elephant & Castle, 1201 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington, DC 20004 Tel: 202 347 7707 Though it is part of a chain, the D.C. Elephant & Castle hosts a large patio that is perfect for after-work drinks for those who work near the mall and in federal buildings downtown. The British pub, near the Metro Station metro stop and two blocks from the White House, offers happy hour specials, a large beer list and greasy bar food like nachos and potato skins and burgers. In the winter, patrons can cosy up to a fireplace.
Duffy’s, 2106 Vermont Ave NW in Washington, DC 1 1/2 Blocks North of the U Street Cardozo Metro Station (use 10th Street Exit).
Capitol City Brewing Company, 1100 New York Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20005 Tel: 202 628 2222 Established in 1992 as Washington, D.C.'s first brew pub since Prohibition, our Downtown location was conceived to bring the art of hand-crafted brewing back to the nation's Capitol. It is nestled in the heart of the new downtown retail area in the renovated Greyhound Bus Terminal. Located on the corner of 11th & H Streets NW
Fadó Irish Pub, 808, 7th Street, NW Located in the downtown cultural quarter, we are next to all the action of the MCI Center. Next time you happen to be down here for a game or concert, stop by Fadó for a pint, dinner, brunch or just some good craic!
STAYING IN TOUCH - INTERNET CAFES
Cafe Cafe (4224 Fessenden Street Washington DC 20016), network from Boingo.
Cosi (1333 H Street NW Washington DC 20005), network from Boingo.
Starbucks 13th & Penn (1301 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Washington DC 20004)
Starbucks (1401 New York Avenue Washington DC 20005)
