Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisherLonely Planet's Pocket Washington, DCis your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Climb the steps of Abraham Lincoln's dramatic Doric-columned memorial, tour the iconic home of the US President, or wander cobblestoned neighborhoods and jazzy bohemian quarters; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of the best of Washington, DC and begin your journey now!Inside Lonely Planet's Pocket Washington, DC:Full-colormaps and images throughoutHighlightsand itinerarieshelp you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interestsInsider tipsto save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spotsEssential infoat your fingertips- hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets- eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks missFree, convenient pull-out Washington, DC map(included in print version), plus over 14 color neighborhood mapsUser-friendly layoutwith helpful icons, and organized by neighborhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your timeCoversNational Mall, White House Area, Foggy Bottom, Georgetown, Capitol Hill, Downtown, Penn Quarter, Dupont Circle, Adams Morgan and moreThe Perfect Choice:Lonely Planet's Pocket Washington, DC,a colorful, easy-to-use, and handy guide that literally fits in your pocket, provides on-the-go assistance for those seeking only the can't-miss experiences to maximize a quick trip experience.Looking for a comprehensive guide that recommends both popular and offbeat experiences, and extensively covers all of Washington, DC's neighborhoods? Check outLonely Planet's Washington, DCguide.Looking for more extensive coverage? Check outLonely Planet's Eastern USAguide for a comprehensive look at all the region has to offer.Authors:Written and researched by Lonely Planet and Karla Zimmerman.About Lonely Planet:Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveler community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travelers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves.