Washington, D.C. Inauguration Travel Guide: Activities, Attractions, Public Transportation and More
This Washington, D.C. Inauguration Travel Guide will help you get around Washington even after the inauguration of Obama. Washington, D.C., is an attractive destination any time of year, whether for springtime cherry blossoms, the incredible selection of museums and monuments, or the unparalleled variety of restaurants, all of which reflect Washington’s eclectic melding of world cultures.
Expand All Guide SectionsThings to Do in Washington, D.C.
There are plenty of things to do in Washington, D.C. Enjoy midday brunch in a ... read more »
Where to Stay in Washington, D.C.
When deciding where to stay in Washington, D.C. you'll have quite a choice of classic hotels, trendy boutique properties, hostels and unique rentals. However, it will most likely be difficult and expensive to find a place to stay during the inauguration. Use our tips and suggested Web sites to figure out where to rest your head in the District.
Insights for Where to Stay in Washington, D.C.
- Destination D.C., the official tourism portal of the District, suggests calling their toll-free number to learn of hotel availability during inaugural events. Destination D.C. has called hundreds of area lodgings ahead of time so that you won’t have to. The number is 1-800-422-8644.
- Visit the findingDulcinea Web Guide to Travel for further insight into finding a deal on a hotel room, and links to additional hotel search Web sites.
- D.C. is laden with college students, many who have tried to rent out their rooms to the highest bidder for the inauguration. But, according to Politico, some schools, such as George Washington University, have barred students from doing so. If you come across a student ad on Craigslist or Facebook, find out first if the school permits such rentals.
Top Sites for Where to Stay in Washington, D.C.
For Washington, D.C. hotels …
Travel Pod
Travel Pod combines its fast hotel search engine with insider information from Trip Advisor traveler blogs and hotel ratings. The Travel Pod search engine scours out deals from various sites, such as Expedia and Travelocity, which you’ll be connected to for booking.
Kimpton Hotels
Kimpton Hotels has six luxury boutique hotels in Washington, D.C., each with its own stylish theme. View photos of each property, learn about amenities and book a room at the Kimpton Web site.
For Washington, D.C. rentals …
Washington City Paper
Washington City Paper has a D.C. Inauguration Guide with advice on renting and leasing District properties in late January. Breaking news reports related to the inauguration, and inauguration party listings are also provided.
Washington D.C. Craigslist
Craigslist has listings of rental accommodations. Search manually by clicking “sublets/temporary” or “vacation rentals,” or enter the term “inauguration” into the search engine to find a place to stay during the Obama inauguration.
For Washington, D.C. hostels …
Hostels.com
Hostels.com lists Washington D.C. hostels with photographs, alongside traveler ratings and reviews. Book online through the Hostels.com Web site, and learn about the Hostelling International card, which can save you money if you stay in hostels often.
Getting Around Washington, D.C.
Compared to many other cities, getting around Washington, D.C. is a dream. ... read more »
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