Visiting DC
Jul 6, 2021 13:03:57 #
Jesu S wrote:
We are attending a wedding in Washington, DC at the end of July, and plan to stay a few more days (Aug 1-5) for a short vacation. Looking for ideas as to how to spend the time……Thanks for any ideas. Jess
Google and/or Trip Advisor is your friend
Jul 6, 2021 14:25:07 #
If you are interested, and have time, the Udvar-Hazy museum outside DC has some spectacular historical aircraft.
Jul 6, 2021 16:04:24 #
You may also enjoy making a day trip over to Old Williamsburg, VA not too far from DC. Lots to see and photograph there.
Jul 6, 2021 16:09:09 #
foodie65 wrote:
Google and/or Trip Advisor is your friend
Everybody knows about "Google and/or Trip Advisor." What people (like this OP) are asking for is personal advice and recommendations based on their personal experiences. Anything wrong with that?
Jul 6, 2021 16:14:20 #
RichinSeattle wrote:
Everybody knows about "Google and/or Trip Advisor." What people (like this OP) are asking for is personal advice and recommendations based on their personal experiences. Anything wrong with that?
Absolutely nothing wrong with that.
Sorry my comment pissed you off.
Jul 6, 2021 16:33:01 #
We were there a year ago and the Zoo was disappointing. Most of the exhibits were closed. The fence around the White House was unbelievably large and could not get close. The Scottish Rite Supreme Council is a good visit.
Jul 6, 2021 18:42:32 #
Lonnie77 wrote:
We were there a year ago and the Zoo was disappointing. Most of the exhibits were closed. The fence around the White House was unbelievably large and could not get close. The Scottish Rite Supreme Council is a good visit.
The White House fence has been removed and Penn. Ave. is once again open to pedestrians. I would assume the Zoo is also reopening but don't don't know for sure.
Jul 6, 2021 19:07:12 #
Jesu S wrote:
I have been to both, and also Montpelier. Although quite some distance from DC, if Luray Caverns is open it would be agreat way to beat the heat.Some friends suggested Luray Caverns and Monticello. Both are day trips that would require renting a car. If you could do only one, which one would you do, or would you not bother with either? Thanks.
Luray Caverns 2005: https://www.flickr.com/photos/8712554@N02/sets/72157631991889579/
Montpelier 2014: https://www.flickr.com/photos/8712554@N02/sets/72157647587260749/
Monticello in 2005 was a bust--was not permitted to take photos inside. Only got a few outside.
Closer to DC is the Great Falls Park. I recommend it. https://www.flickr.com/photos/8712554@N02/sets/72157648011174255/
Jul 7, 2021 00:51:13 #
Thanks everyone for all the suggestions. There are many on the list that we would not have come up with on our own.
Jul 9, 2021 23:22:15 #
OleMe
Loc: Montgomery Co., MD
National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
Washington National Cathedral
Air Force Memorial
National Museum of the United States Army
Marine Memorial ("Iwo Jima Memorial")
Tidal Basin
Potomac River: Great Falls Park, VA side. C&O canal MD side.
Enjoy
Washington National Cathedral
Air Force Memorial
National Museum of the United States Army
Marine Memorial ("Iwo Jima Memorial")
Tidal Basin
Potomac River: Great Falls Park, VA side. C&O canal MD side.
Enjoy
Jul 10, 2021 00:47:34 #
OleMe wrote:
National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
Washington National Cathedral
Air Force Memorial
National Museum of the United States Army
Marine Memorial ("Iwo Jima Memorial")
Tidal Basin
Potomac River: Great Falls Park, VA side. C&O canal MD side.
Enjoy
Washington National Cathedral
Air Force Memorial
National Museum of the United States Army
Marine Memorial ("Iwo Jima Memorial")
Tidal Basin
Potomac River: Great Falls Park, VA side. C&O canal MD side.
Enjoy
Thanks.
Jul 10, 2021 08:08:42 #
OleMe
Loc: Montgomery Co., MD
You are welcome. Living here has led to many "tours" conducted for relatives and friends.
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