And that's not to mention the lush green spaces and secret sanctuaries waiting to welcome weary travellers after a long day of sight-seeing.

Our updated guide brings Washington, DC to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the city's iconic buildings and neighbourhoods. We've also worked hard to make sure our information is as up-to-date as possible following the COVID-19 outbreak. Whether you want to stroll beneath the cherry blossoms, visit the iconic domed Capitol, or tour the magnificent White House, DK Eyewitness Washington is your ticket to the trip of a lifetime.

Inside DK Eyewitness Washington, you will find:

-A fully-illustrated top experiences guide: our expert pick of Washington DC's must-sees and hidden gems-Accessible itineraries to make the most out of each and every day

-Expert advice: honest recommendations for getting around safely, when to visit each sight, what to do before you visit, and how to save time and money

-Colour-coded chapters to every part of Washington DC, from Capitol Hill to Penn Quarter, The Mall to - Georgetown

-Practical tips: the best places to eat, drink, shop and stay in Washington DC-Detailed maps to help you navigate the region easily and confidently

-Explore the culture of Washington DC: delve into Washington DC's iconic history, art and architecture-Covers: Capitol Hill, The Mall, Penn Quarter, White House and Foggy Bottom, Georgetown, South of the Mall, Northwest, Beyond the Center, and Days Out From Washington DC

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Filled with expert advice, striking photography and detailed illustrations, our highly visual DK Eyewitness guides will get you closer to your next adventure. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations, from pocket-sized city guides to comprehensive country guides. Named Top Guidebook Series at the 2020 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, we know that wherever you go next, your DK Eyewitness travel guides are the perfect companion.