Gardens and Greenery
Washington’s far from restricted to the indoors; the Botanic Garden and Zoological Park are a few of the wonders of Washington that can be taken in under the open sky.
Washington DC, with its population of over six million, has well earned its reputation as one of the most striking cities on the globe. From its many iconic monuments to the history of the United States, to its glamorous shopping districts and its lovingly preserved stretches of natural beauty, Washington DC represents an experience of distinctly American wonder.
Cheap flights to Washington DC are now available; seize the opportunity to explore this icon of America right now! Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) is a 20-minute drive from the city centre of Washington DC.
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Washington’s far from restricted to the indoors; the Botanic Garden and Zoological Park are a few of the wonders of Washington that can be taken in under the open sky.
From the National Gallery of Art, to the Space and Air Museum, to the Natural History Museum, Washington DC’s museums celebrate the historical and cultural diversity of the United States.
From the Lincoln Memorial, to the White House, to the Capitol Building, Washington DC is replete with beautiful monuments that have, for years, served as icons of the American nation.
Essential details you need to know before your trip
Country | United States of America |
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Currency | Dollar |
Language | English |
Hub Airport | Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport |
Airline | United Airlines |
Time Zone | GMT -5 |
Travel Adaptor | Type A & B |
June to August, generally speaking, has proven the most popular among visitors to Washington DC. However, the city’s summer temperatures can reach heights of 31°C; and those put off by severe heat and humidity (Washington was, after all, first built on a swamp), as well as particularly heavy crowds, may prefer to come by around early August or late September, when the bustle of tourism has slightly fallen off, and the kids are at school. The fall season that follows this period is also comparatively quiet in terms of tourism, though it does see a significant influx of business travellers; but visiting around this time will also grant you the opportunity to see the leaves turning. Of course, there’s also December to February, Washington’s lowest season; however, keep in mind that Washington winters can be pretty bitter, and you might want to avoid the city around this time unless you’ve the constitution for temperatures that can drop as low as -2°C.
Average temperature (°C) & rainfall (mm) per month
Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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Low °C | -3°C | -2°C | 2°C | 7°C | 12°C | 17°C | 20°C | 19°C | 15°C | 9°C | 3°C | -2°C |
High °C | 6°C | 7°C | 12°C | 18°C | 24°C | 28°C | 31°C | 29°C | 26°C | 19°C | 13°C | 7°C |
Rainfall | 86 | 76 | 91 | 84 | 94 | 99 | 112 | 109 | 94 | 74 | 66 | 79 |
Washington DC is a monument to the history of the United States, and an icon of its multifaceted cultural heritage. Home to the White House, the Capitol Building, the Lincoln Monument, and other icons of America, as well as a series of world-famous museums dedicated to almost every arm of natural and historical wonder, Washington DC represents the prime American historical and cultural experience. And for those looking for other distractions, the city’s expansive shopping districts, varied eateries, and stretches of lovingly preserved greenery present travellers with a chance to really, truly get away and spoil themselves.
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