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Washington, D.C.
Stay with Inspirato in the capital of the U.S., where you’ll find dozens of unrivaled American museums, memorials, and monuments. Rosewood Washington, D.C., sitting on the historic C&O Canal, offers a residential-style retreat and rooftop infinity-edge pool with views of the Washington Monument. The pet-friendly Thompson Washington D.C. is situated in the center of the city’s Navy Yard district, with three on-site dining options—including a rooftop bar with 360-degree views—and every room and suite features hardwood floors, oversized windows, and custom furnishings.
The Nation’s Capital
Nestled along the Potomac River between Virginia and Maryland, Washington, D.C. is so much more than the nation’s political center. Rich with iconic monuments like the Lincoln Memorial and a plethora of museums, the city also offers a top-notch food scene and eclectic neighborhoods, like old-school Bloomingdale and high-class Dupont Circle. Stroll the National Mall for a quintessentially D.C. experience before diving deeper into all the city has to offer, from the Smithsonian museums to one of the best zoos in the country. And in spring, the picturesque cherry blossom bloom draws more than 700,000 to the city.
Quick Facts
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Suggested airport
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) -
Average temperature
87°F in summer; 40°F in winter -
Population
692,683 -
Car recommended?
No -
Peak season
Spring and summer
Destination Highlights
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Cherry Blossom Festival
More than 700,000 visitors flock to D.C. each spring for this festival celebrating the bloom of the cherry blossom trees along the Tidal Basin, a gift from the mayor of Tokyo to the city in 1912.
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National Gallery of Art
At the National Gallery of Art, you can appreciate the masterpieces of Vincent van Gogh and Pablo Picasso. Tour exhibits and installations from a variety of award-winning collections.
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National Mall
You’d be remiss not to stroll one of the most iconic sites in the U.S. Marvel at the height of the Washington Monument and see the Lincoln Memorial up close along the waters of its reflecting pool.
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Weather
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Forecasting Your Washing D.C. Vacation
Summers in D.C. are hot and humid, with temperatures in the high 80s and low 90s. D.C. only averages about 15 inches of snow a year, but winters still get fairly chilly, with highs hovering around the high 30s and low 40s. Fall is a pleasant time to visit, when temperatures cool and the summer crowd disperses.
