Washington, D.C. '99: The Complete Guide with Monuments, Museums, Arlington, Annapolis and Best Bets f or Kids (Fodor's Gold Guides) [Paperback]

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Book Description

Series: Fodor's Gold Guides | Publication Date: November 24, 1998

Experienced and first-time travelers alike rely on Fodor's Gold Guides for rich, reliable coverage the world over.  Updated each year and containing a full-color, foldout Rand McNally map, a Fodor's Gold Guide is an essential tool for any kind of traveler.  Smart travel tips and important contact info make planning your trip a breeze, and detailed coverage of sights, accommodations, and restaurants give you the info you need to make your experience enriching and hassle-free.  If you only have room for one guide, this is the one for you.
A dozen walking tours in town, plus day trips nearby
The inside line on shopping, sports, and after-dark spots
Where to see operas, ballet, blues, and political satires
With your kids? A chapter on how best to see the city
Where to stay and eat, no matter what your budget
Grand old hotels, modern high-rises, B&Bs, motor lodges, and housekeeping suites in the city and suburbs
Elegant hotel dining rooms, ethnic eateries, politico haunts, and quick-lunch spots in every neighborhood
Fresh, thorough, practical -- off and on the beaten path
Costs, hours, descriptions, and tips by the thousands
All reviews based on visits by savvy writer-residents
31 pages of maps -- and dozens of unique features
Important contacts and smart travel tips
Fodor's Choice
What's Where
Pleasures & Pastimes
New & Noteworthy
Festivals
List of U.S. presidents and a historical time line
Background essays
Complete index
And more!

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Experienced and first-time travelers alike rely on Fodor's Gold Guides for rich, reliable coverage the world over.  Updated each year and containing a full-color, foldout Rand McNally map, a Fodor's Gold Guide is an essential tool for any kind of traveler.  Smart travel tips and important contact info make planning your trip a breeze, and detailed coverage of sights, accommodations, and restaurants give you the info you need to make your experience enriching and hassle-free.  If you only have room for one guide, this is the one for you.
A dozen walking tours in town, plus day trips nearby
The inside line on shopping, sports, and after-dark spots
Where to see operas, ballet, blues, and political satires
With your kids? A chapter on how best to see the city
Where to stay and eat, no matter what your budget
Grand old hotels, modern high-rises, B&Bs, motor lodges, and housekeeping suites in the city and suburbs
Elegant hotel dining rooms, ethnic eateries, politico haunts, and quick-lunch spots in every neighborhood
Fresh, thorough, practical -- off and on the beaten path
Costs, hours, descriptions, and tips by the thousands
All reviews based on visits by savvy writer-residents
31 pages of maps -- and dozens of unique features
Important contacts and smart travel tips
Fodor's Choice
What's Where
Pleasures & Pastimes
New & Noteworthy
Festivals
List of U.S. presidents and a historical time line
Background essays
Complete index
And more!

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Product Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: Fodor's; Book&Map edition (November 24, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0679001549
• ISBN-13: 978-0679001546
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,570,728 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Review Of Fodors Gold Guide-Washington, DC, June 14, 1999

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This review is from: Washington, D.C. '99: The Complete Guide with Monuments, Museums, Arlington, Annapolis and Best Bets f or Kids (Fodor's Gold Guides) (Paperback)

This book is great for anyone planning to go to Washington DC. It includes information on just about everything in the city and also includes attractions in nearby areas. I strongly suggest that you purchase this book!