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Inside Lonely Planet's Washington, DC Travel Guide:
What's NEW in this edition?
Up-to-date information - all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after 2020's COVID-19 outbreak.
Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests.
Eating & drinking in Washington, DC - we reveal the dishes and drinks you have to try.
Colour maps and images throughout.
Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots.
Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss.
Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, politics.
Over 31 maps included.
Covers Upper Northwest DC, Georgetown, Adams Morgan, Dupont Circle, Kalorama, Downtown DC, Penn Quarter, the White House Area, Foggy Bottom, the National Mall, Capitol Hill, Logan Circle, U Street, Columbia Heights, Northern Virginia and more.
The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Washington, DC, our most comprehensive guide to Washington, DC, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled.
Visiting Washington, DC for a week or less? Lonely Planet's Pocket Washington, DC guide is a handy-sized guide focused on the city's can't-miss experiences.
Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's USA guide for a comprehensive look at all the country has to offer.
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Lonely Planet Washington, DC by Karla Zimmerman and Virginia Maxwell provides readers with comprehensive and detailed insights into exploring the US capital. The guide is praised for its well-organised content, up-to-date information, and practical travel tips. Reviewers appreciate the guide's usefulness, vivid photographs, and attention to local culture, making it a valuable resource for both first-time visitors and seasoned travellers.
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ISBN: 9781787016866
Publisher: Lonely Planet Global Limited
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 09 December 2022
Country: Ireland
Imprint: Lonely Planet Global Limited
Edition: 8th edition
Illustration: 31 Maps
Audience: General / adult
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Spine width: 18.0mm
Width: 128.0mm
Height: 197.0mm
Weight: 372g
Pages: 320
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Book Hero is not a chain store or big box retailer. We're an independent 100% NZ-owned business on a mission to help more Kiwis rediscover a love of books and reading!
Service & Delivery
Our warehouse in Auckland holds over 100,000 books, toys, board games and puzzles in-stock so you're not waiting for your order to arrive from overseas.
Auckland Bookstore
We're primarily an online store, but for your convenience you can pick up your order for free from our bookstore, which is right next door to our warehouse in Hobsonville.
Our Gifting Service
Books make wonderful thoughtful gifts and we're here to help with gift-wrapping and cards. We can even send your gift directly to your loved one.
