Washington, D.C. is the capital city of the United States of America and the home of many of its governmental institutions and agencies. The President of the United States lives and works in this city, and the U.S. Congress holds its meetings (or "sessions") here to debate and vote on laws. It is also home to over 630 thousand residents. Another 400 thousand people travel into this city during the work week.
The District of Columbia in which Washington is located is an area separate from the neighboring states of Maryland and Virginia, and Washington is the only city within it. Combined, the cities near Washington have another 5 million people. Washington was named after the war hero General and 1st President, George Washington.
If you'll be in Washington on a business trip, an educational field trip or just for family vacation time, it's a very good idea to book a rental car to drive during your stay. D.C. is a great place to have a cheap car rental, because there are hundreds of things to see and hundreds more to do.
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It's advisable to have your own car rental to get around the nation's capital because D.C. traffic can be a real pain. And the public transportation, while very well-organized and easy to access, is often packed!
This is because over 1/3 of Washington, D.C., commuters take public transportation – and as the locals will tell you, it's to avoid the traffic jams! Studies show that drivers in Washington spend over 70 hours every year in traffic delays – this is 2nd only to Chicago for worst gridlock! (And that isn't even a political joke!)
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If you're traveling to Washington for business or if you're going on a vacation, you may already know that the United States' federal government accounts for about 29% of employment in this city. But this is not all -- many other businesses, such as law firms, civilian and defense independent contractors, non-profit organizations, lobbyists and unions are based in the metropolitan area.
The 2nd largest industry in town is tourism! That's not surprising is it? Many people think about Washington and envision people visiting the Washington Monument, walking the steps at the Lincoln Memorial, or taking a picture outside one of the famed government buildings. In 2012, nearly 19 million visitors came to see the sights in D.C., and they spent billions of dollars! Will you spend a little money or a lot when you go to Washington? It's up to you, but we hope that VroomVroomVroom can save you a lot of money when you book a car rental for your Washington visit!!
Once you've picked up your rental car, you'll want to see everything that this fine American city has to offer. Most visitors to D.C. want to see the national monuments and government buildings. Architecturally speaking, these are the six buildings that every tourist should visit when they arrive in Washington:
Using the cheap rental car you booked with us, it'll be easy to see other wonderful historic buildings in the areas outside of downtown Washington, as well. Your car rental allows you to drive throughout the District, or even to nearby cities like Alexandria, Virginia, or Arlington, Virginia. It's really up to you!
We recommend a trip in your car rental to the Washington neighborhood called Georgetown. There you can see the Old Stone House built on 1765, making it the oldest-standing original building in the capital city.
Washington, D.C. is served by three major airports, two of them located in suburban Virginia and one located in Maryland. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (IATA: DCA, ICAO: KDCA) is the closest — located in Arlington, Virginia, just across the Potomac River from Hains Point.
Jump in your rental car and visit President Barack Obama, former president Bill Clinton and more political figures at Madame Tussauds Wax Museum in Washington! Check out the imaginative works of French sculptor, Marie Tussaud, and her collection of wax figures that include singers, actors, athletes, and more. Take advantage of the many photo ops with famous celebrities such as Tiger Woods, the late Princess Diana of Wales, and Beyonce! Drive your car rental over to the National Geographic Museum in Washington D.C. and explore the many different learning exhibits, such as the new Terra Cotta Warrior Exhibition! Take a drive in your rental car to the International Spy Museum in Washington. Come check out exhibits such as "School for Spies" and "The Secret History of History". Hope to see you there!
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National Gallery of Art
Address: 6th & Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20565, USA
National Gallery of Art - The West Wing features a collection of international masterpieces from the 13th to the 19th century, while the East Wing houses a modern collection of 20th century art.
Notable local music clubs include Madam's Organ Blues Bar in Adams Morgan; the Eighteenth Street Lounge in the Dupont Circle district; and the Black Cat, the 9:30 Club, and the Bohemian Caverns jazz club, all in the U Street NW area. The U Street area actually contains more than two dozen bars, clubs, and restaurants that feature jazz either nightly or several times a week.
Address: 1000 Jefferson Dr SW, Washington, DC 20560, USA
The Smithsonian Institution is the place to go if you like museums. It contains around a dozen ranging from the National Portrait Gallery, to the National Museum of the American Indian, to the National Zoo. The National Aquarium is said to be one of the best in the USA.
Dupont Circle
Address: Washington, DC., USA
This neighborhood is a wonderful mix of grand mansions, art galleries, sidewalk cafés and unique museums, including the Textile Museum, Woodrow Wilson House and the Phillips Collection.
The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
Address: 100 Raoul Wallenberg Pl SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum traces the story of Jewish persecution under the Nazi regime from its beginnings in 1933 to liberation in 1945. And, for anyone who's ever dreamed of being a secret agent, the International Spy Museum will have you enthralled with the craft, practice, history and contemporary role of espionage.
Library of Congress
Address: 101 Independence Ave SE, Washington, DC 20540, USA
Bookworms might appreciate that it's also the home of the world's largest library - the Library of Congress - with 26 million books, films, documents and photographs. Though books, Government, embassies, and corporations aside, Washington D.C. is also a lively city, with abundant culture and nightlife.
National Mall
Address: Washington, DC 20565, USA
In the heart of the city, you'll find the National Mall. This large, open area features numerous monuments to American leaders and connects the White House and the United States Capitol.
World-class performers take the stage at the highly acclaimed Kennedy Center. The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts hosts the National Symphony Orchestra, the Washington National Opera, the Washington Ballet, and a variety of other musical and stage performances.
Potomac River
Address: Washington D.C. USA
For outdoor fun, kayak the Potomac River as it winds along the elegant marble tributes to America's great leaders. Northwest of Washington D.C., enjoy a hike or picnic along the Potomac River in McLean in an 800-acre park.
Adams Morgan
Address: 1640 Columbia Rd NW, Washington, DC 20009, USA
Washington D.C. – where races, cultures and languages intermingle like in few other places – is also a great city in which to enjoy multicultural cuisine. Head to Adams Morgan to dine in one of Washington DC's most colorful neighbourhoods! For a European-style collection of food vendors and artisans, visit the Eastern Market.
ChurchKey
Address: 1337 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005, USA
The best bar in the D.C. area is ChurchKey, near Logan Circle. Located at 1336 14th Street Northwest, on the 2nd floor, ChurchKey is a great stop if you want to knock back a cold one with your friends. With a full bar, happy hour, and a good waitstaff, this place has an awesome beer selection and great snacks. Be sure to try their homemade tater tots -- they're great!
For more ideas or information about Washington D.C and its surroundings, pop into the Visitors Center located in the Ronald Reagan Building.
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| Book At | Miles/km to Washington | Directions to Washington | Latitude | Longitude |
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| Washington Union Station | 2/3 | Directions | 38.897371 | -77.006265 |
| Rosslyn | 2/3 | Directions | 38.89678 | -77.07248 |
| Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | 3/5 | Directions | 38.852024 | -77.037445 |
| Arlington | 4/6 | Directions | 38.88101 | -77.10428 |
| Mt Rainier | 5/8 | Directions | 38.941587 | -76.965004 |
| Marlow Heights | 6/10 | Directions | 38.83345 | -76.95164 |
| Alexandria | 6/10 | Directions | 38.80484 | -77.04692 |
| Hyattsville | 6/10 | Directions | 38.95594 | -76.94553 |
| Capitol Heights | 7/10 | Directions | 38.885187 | -76.915848 |
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