First Time Visiting Washington DC? Essential Tips & Top Attractions for an Unforgettable Trip 🇺🇸

Are you a first time traveler to Washington DC? Take it from a former area local, this ULTIMATE Washington DC Travel Guide has THE 15 things you’re going to want to know before going to Washington DC.

Plan and start booking your trip to Washington DC AND with ease by also using all of the convenient DC travel links below so you are ready for going to Washington DC for the first time.

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*Update: the DC Circulator service stopped December 31, 2024 after filming. I apologize for the inconvenience.


🇺🇸 WHERE TO STAY IN 🇺🇸

🏨 NW DC Hotel Picks:

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Eaton DC: https://booking.tp.st/YnmIxPdt
The Dupont Circle Hotel: https://booking.tp.st/cxLMFGj1
AC Hotel by Marriott: https://booking.tp.st/4kz6HAzA
Washington Marriott Georgetown: https://booking.tp.st/5NIzwGNH
Grand Hyatt Washington: https://booking.tp.st/bKenL95s
The Fairmont: https://booking.tp.st/RDvXYnLr
Sofitel Lafayette Square: https://booking.tp.st/Uhxvxwns


🏨 Arlington, VA Hotel Picks:

Hampton Inn and Suites-Crystal City: https://booking.tp.st/qZ93EQVT
Hilton Arlington National Landing: https://booking.tp.st/3tqhRbt5
Hyatt Place Arlington Courthouse: https://booking.tp.st/kmd0Jnof
Hilton Garden Inn Reagan National Airport: https://booking.tp.st/2fRI1Igq



🇺🇸 TOP THINGS TO DO IN DC 🇺🇸

🎟️ TICKETS:
🏛️ Washington Monument Direct Entry - https://gyg.me/QjYrmI20
🏛️ National Archives Entry & Guided Tour - https://gyg.me/PRpFVH1h
🏛️ DC Capitol & Library of Congress Tour w/ Tickets - https://gyg.me/GDBTxrc9
🪦 Arlington National Cemetery Ticket & Tram Tour - https://gyg.me/65L8Q9XS
🏛️ Smithsonian Institute - https://www.si.edu/
🐼 Smithsonian Zoo – https://nationalzoo.si.edu/


🚶🏻‍♀️TOURS:
🌸 Cherry Blossom Tour - https://gyg.me/Q7SB6Eay
🏛️ National Mall & Memorials Moonlight Tour - https://gyg.me/wiYs13qd
🏫 Georgetown History & Architecture Tour - https://gyg.me/73GaoxZj
🥂 Gourmet Lunch or Dinner Cruise - https://gyg.me/yNJdzzeQ


🇺🇸 GETTING AROUND 🇺🇸

🚗 To/From Downtown DC - All 3 Airports Transfer - https://gyg.me/a8zB4rjr

🚌 Hop On Hop Off Big Bus - https://gyg.me/WabrIR4n
🚗 National Mall Tour by Electric Vehicle - https://gyg.me/LIG0apMu
🚎 Monuments Nighttime Trolley Tour - https://gyg.me/5W0z9RNv
⛴️ Potomac River Cruise - https://gyg.me/iaRpjEIR


🚌 DAY TRIPS FROM DC:

🚶🏻‍♂️ Mt. Vernon Bus & Walking Tour - https://gyg.me/0A2THLol
🚶🏻‍♂️ Old Town Alexandria and Mt. Vernon Tour - https://gyg.me/Xie9cLst
⛴️ Mt. Vernon Day Trip with River Cruise - https://gyg.me/suIwDIu4
🍷 Virginia Wine Region Tour - https://gyg.me/ZDHhmRcD



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CHAPTERS:
00:00 Intro
01:03 Why Visit Washington DC?
01:50 Best Time to Visit DC
03:16 Getting to Washington DC
05:00 How to Get Around Washington DC
07:26 Washington DC Safety Tips
08:38 What to Bring to Washington DC
09:32 Where to Stay in Washington DC
11:41 Top Things to Do in DC
12:32 DC Food & Entertainment
15:06 Day Trips from Washington DC
15:58 DC on a Budget Tips
16:44 DC Eco Travel Tips
17:53 DC Pro Tips to Know
19:42 How Much Time in Washington DC?
20:31 DC Itinerary for First Timers
21:16 Outro