To navigate the myriad historic sights of our nation's capital and discover some off-the-beaten-path gems, turn to the updated Michelin Green Guide Washington DC. Attractions and activities are reviewed through Michelin's star-rating system. Visit the White House, stroll past gleaming marble monuments, tour priceless museum collections; and go on a driving or walking tour. Included in the guide are recommendations for great places to eat and stay. Maps, color photos and fascinating cultural information complete the picture to create a memorable vacation. Attractions reviewed and rated, using Michelin's famed star-rating system, such as the awe-inspiring and iconic 3-star memorials located around the Reflecting Pool and Tidal Basin and the intriguing artifacts of the 2-star International Spy Museum.Walk-throughs of major museums and galleries; includes floor plans.Comprehensive, illustrated sections on modern Washington DC, history, politics, art and culture, all written by experts in their fields.
Sidebars touch on such topics as facts about the flag, tips for visiting the National Gallery of Art, and the physics of flight.Stroll along the C&O Canal in Georgetown with its quaint row houses and residences with storied pasts; drive out to Annapolis and the US Naval Academy. Travelers discover more through Michelin's walking and driving tours with comprehensive directions and maps.Detailed visitor information given for every attraction, including opening hours, entry fees, tour times, phone and website. Michelin area and city maps.- Includes recommendations for great places to eat/stay for all budgets.Companion publications for Washington DC: For a selection of the best restaurants check out the MICHELIN Guide Washington DC. Our famous stars identify establishments serving the highest quality cuisine - taking into account the quality of ingredients, the mastery of technique and flavors, the levels of creativity and, of course, consistency.
In addition, the Bib Gourmand symbol (also known as the inspectors' favorites) highlights restaurants offering good quality at a good value. To easily navigate the city, pick up the laminated city center Streetwise Map for Washington DC or the Streetwise Washington DC Metro Map.