Searching for a guidebook of the Washington, D.C., area that has all the practical information you need and will also enhance your family's experience at the area's attractions? Written by an experienced Washington, D.C., tour guide, this guidebook educates and entertains in a way that will make your visit to the nation's capital even more special. This book combines the information of a travel guidebook with unique scavenger hunts designed for family interaction. The scavenger hunts involve items to find, tasks to complete and questions to answer at more than 50 main attractions in and around Washington, D.C. Examples of scavenger hunt tasks and questions found inside: 1. Lincoln Memorial: Find the spot on the steps where Martin Luther King, Jr. gave his "I Have a Dream" Speech in 1963. What was his dream? 2. U.S. Capitol: Who was supposed to be buried in the Capitol Crypt? 3. Ford's Theatre: Go outside the theater and find the alleyway where Booth escaped. Did anyone see him during his escape? 4. Smithsonian Institution National Air and Space Museum: Find the Apollo 11 space command module. Where did it fly? 5. Mount Vernon: Find the key to the Bastille prison in Paris that was given to Washington by his friend, the Marquis de Lafayette. This book also includes valuable recommendations for family friendly lodging and dining as well as useful information about annual festivals, parks, sports and recreational activities, amusement areas, the performing arts, and additional fun and educational activities in the greater Washington, D.C. area.

The Everything Family Guide to Washington D.C. includes all the most interesting and popular D.C. destinations. This informative and fun guide takes you from the White House and the monuments to the expansive Smithsonian and other museums, with important travel information such as: Famous landmarks and points of interest The best hotels for your money Activities for kids of all ages Where to dine—with and without the kids This completely revised and updated edition features an expanded section on special interest attractions like the African-American Civil War Memorial, the National Japanese American Memorial, the National Museum of the American Indian, the Holocaust Museum, and the National Museum of Women in the Arts. The Everything Family Guide to Washington D.C. offers all your family needs to plan a trip and get the most out of it.

2012 Edition. From the National Mall to the Zoo, Capitol Hill to Foggy Bottom and beyond, make your way around America's capital with this indispensable pocket city guide! User-friendly foldout maps and insider tips help you to explore the best Washington, DC, has to offer. Here's all you need to know about what to see and do, and where to eat, drink, shop, and stay in this city of living history! Washington, DC correspondent for Travel Agent magazine and news editor at Travel Trade Publications, author Harriet Edleson has written for the Washington Post and Fodor's travel publications. Color-coded, numbered entries in the text are keyed to full-color neighborhood maps in each chapter. ''Top Picks'' direct you to not-to-be-missed attractions. Notes pages. Portable size and sleek, non-touristy, award-winning ''Black Book'' format. Full-color spot illustrations throughout liven the text. 9 easy-to-use fold-out maps, including maps of Washington, DC neighborhoods, suburbs, and a Metro System Map. Elastic band place holder marks your spot. 4-1/4'' wide x 5-3/4'' high. Concealed wire-o binding, book lies flat for ease of use. 240 pages.

Time for the family to pack their bags for a vacation filled with educational and interesting attractions for all ages--and budgets. The updated and improved The Everything Family Guide to Washington, D.C., 2nd Edition includes information, tips, and facts regarding the most interesting and popular destinations--from the White House and the United States Congress to the expansive Smithsonian and other museums. Complete with maps detailing particular locales, subway lines, and more, The Everything Family Travel Guide to Washington, D.C., 2nd Edition remains a helpful vacation planner and traveling companion when the family is visiting historic Washington, D.C.

Washington, DC, has room for everyone, and exploring has never been so much fun! Embrace adventure with this memorable rhyming picture book—the perfect gift for anyone living in or visiting the United States' capital city. Good morning, Washington, DC! Let's go explore! There's much to see! This whirlwind tour of the United States' capital city takes little adventurers to the Washington Monument, through the Smithsonian museums, up to the White House—and more! With vibrant illustrations and an engaging text brimming with hope and heart, this rhyming read-aloud will delight lifelong residents and visitors alike. Washington, DC, here we come! A REGIONAL CELEBRATION FOR DC RESIDENTS: Featuring some of DC's most popular foods, well-known destinations, and family-friendly attractions, this book makes a great gift for (or from!) any DC resident looking to pass on a love of their city to the little ones in their life. PERFECT MEMORIES FOR LITTLE TRAVELERS: With so much to see and do, travel can feel overwhelming for toddlers—but telling the story of a place you've been (or are planning to visit) can make the experience so much more fun and accessible! SWEET AND SATISFYING READ-ALOUD: Rhyming text and short, easy-to-understand sentences make this spirited picture book an excellent candidate for story time, just right for rereading—and for reliving the adventures little explorers and their families have enjoyed together in the city! GO-TO GIFT FOR TODDLERS ON THE GO: DC resident or transplant, frequent visitor or first-time traveler, planning a trip or simply learning about U.S. history—in every case, this lighthearted introduction to the United States' capital city is a gift-giver's dream. Perfect for: • Parents, grandparents, and caregivers of children who live in Washington, DC • Museumgoers and travelers to the DC area • Teachers and librarians who live in the DC area • Gift-givers looking for a fun and quirky regionally inspired present

A family-focused guidebook to Washington, D.C., for traveling with children ages 4 to 12. DK Eyewitness Travel: Family Guide Washington, DC gives parents with children ages four to twelve the specific, family-friendly information they need to plan a vacation to a city with an abundance of history, outstanding museums, and beautiful parks. Decode secret messages at the Spy Museum, kayak along the Chesapeake River and Ohio Canal, and explore can't-miss sights such as the The White House and Capitol. What's in the book: Each major sight is treated as a "hub" destination, around which to plan a day, plus, DK's custom illustrations and reconstructions of city sights give real cultural insight. "Let off steam" suggestions and eating options around each attraction enable the entire family to recharge their batteries. Maps outline the nearest parks, playgrounds, and public restrooms. "Take shelter" sections suggest indoor activities for rainy days. Dedicated "Kids' Corner" features include cartoons, quizzes, puzzles, games, and riddles to inform and entertain young travelers. Listings provide family-friendly hotels and dining options. Written by travel experts and parents who understand the need to keep children entertained while enjoying family time together, DK Eyewitness Travel: Family Guide Washington, DC offers child-friendly sleeping and eating options, detailed maps of main sightseeing areas, travel information, budget guidance, age-range suitability, and activities for Washington, D.C.

'Mission Washington, D.C.' takes your young travelers through the famous sights of D.C., engaging them in an exciting scavenger hunt as you explore city landmarks together.