Going to Washington DC end of September.
Aug 30, 2016 08:08:38 #
berchman
Loc: South Central PA
nikon_jon wrote:
http://www.shothotspot.com/ This is a web address where you can type in the name of a location and it pops up a map of things of photographic interest in that location.
Very helpful link. I looked up an obscure city in Iran just to test it and it came up with lots of good suggestions.
Aug 30, 2016 09:08:58 #
Don't forget Rock Creek Park.... about 1700 acres of woods, water and wildlife... then there's the C&O Canal Towpath along the Potomac... great river scenery as well as people picture opportunities... If you like shots of airplanes landing at Reagan/National airport try Gravelly Point on a day when planes are landing from the west... they'll be a couple of hundred feet above your head on the final approach.
Aug 30, 2016 09:18:19 #
Aug 30, 2016 09:28:02 #
Since no one has mentioned yet, the Georgetown area of D.C., the nicest part of the City, and Rock Creek Park in the fall is absolutely fabulous. As indicated by the fellow Hogs, there are so many areas of interest and monuments. My favorite was always the Jefferson Memorial because of its elegance.
Aug 30, 2016 09:29:38 #
I'll 2nd the Tour Bus idea. It's a great way to see everything and do some shooting in a limited time. After the tour you know what you want to actually take more time shooting, so you can go back on your own time and get the desired shot. When ever I go to a new city I do two things if possible. I take a tour bus and I walk the city like a local to get its flavor. I've traveled in every major city in the US and Europe doing this. No issues anywhere.
Aug 30, 2016 10:04:36 #
Get a 2 day pass with Old Town Trolley tours and make sure you take the night time monument tour. Best photo ops ever!
Aug 30, 2016 10:39:35 #
I didn't read all the replies so this may be a repeat but you could spend a full day in Georgetown (including the university).
Aug 30, 2016 11:21:56 #
An out of the way place is The George Washington Masonic National Memorial in Alexandra Va. The view from the top allows you to look at DC from a distance and see Virginia and Maryland. It also lets you set on the Metro for about a half hour each way and rest your feet from the other walking you will be doing.
Aug 30, 2016 11:29:32 #
FDR Memorial, WW II Memorial, Great Falls (MD side), Huntley Meadows in Alexandria, Arlington National Cemetery are just a few places.
Aug 30, 2016 11:59:43 #
Aug 30, 2016 12:08:37 #
Amielee
Loc: Eastern Washington State
If you are into aircraft when you get to the Air and Space Museum ask about a visit to the Garber Center in Maryland. Just a short drive away. It is where the A & S museum restores and stores their aircraft. Planes not on display and undergoing restoration are kept there. Tours are by appointment only and are fairly small. The dosents are very knowledgable. Take your camera and take lots of photos, you will be glad you did.
Aug 30, 2016 12:35:36 #
Amielee wrote:
If you are into aircraft when you get to the Air and Space Museum ask about a visit to the Garber Center in Maryland. Just a short drive away. It is where the A & S museum restores and stores their aircraft. Planes not on display and undergoing restoration are kept there. Tours are by appointment only and are fairly small. The dosents are very knowledgable. Take your camera and take lots of photos, you will be glad you did.
I will have to visit Garber center next time I'm in DC. Another not to be missed is Steven F. Udva Hazy center. Last time I was inWashington I wanted to go there and my friends just rolled their eye the women didn't want to go. But they spent a whole day there and we all had a greatt time.
https://www.facebook.com/udvarhazycenter/
Aug 30, 2016 12:56:55 #
Jay Pat wrote:
I'll add, a drive down embassy road.
Pat
Pat
It is approximately a 4-mile walk from the British Embassy down to Dupont Circle and then to Scott Circle and back, along Embassy Row. Lots to photograph and you can stop for food and drink in Dupont. This walk is mostly flat. BTW, the British Embassy is near the Washington Cathedral if you decide to go there
I also recommend the Georgetown waterfront and the Chesapeake and Ohio canal towpath and Theodore Roosevelt Island. The waterfront area is self-explanatory. Roosevelt Island is a hidden beauty in the city. You can walk around the entire island and get some terrific views of Georgetown, Georgetown University, and the Key Bridge. The memorial itself in the middle of the island is very nice as well.
If you get into Georgetown, think about supporting the Dog Tag Bakery (3206 Grace St NW, Washington, DC 20007
dogtagbakery). This is a business run by veterans, supported by Georgetown University, to train vets about running small businesses. Great sandwiches and nice atmosphere.
Best,
Alan
Aug 30, 2016 16:56:26 #
In addition to all of the other great places to photograph in Washington would also recommend the National Arboretum. Of course it is more convenient if you are driving to Washington.
http://www.usna.usda.gov/Gardens/collections/collections.html
http://www.usna.usda.gov/Gardens/collections/collections.html
Aug 30, 2016 20:25:03 #
Definitely use Shank's Mare for transportation. The Metro is very good. Even a photo op of some of the details of the stations will be in order. kschwegl hit the main points. Don't miss the Korean War Memorial (a statuary gathering of troops in larger than life size).
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