--- title: "Washington D.C." description: "Independent hotel guides, travel articles, and travel videos for Washington D.C.." canonical: "https://www.indietravelguides.com/en/destinations/washington-dc" locale: "en" --- # Washington D.C. Primary place hint: Washington D.C. ## Breadcrumbs [North America](https://www.indietravelguides.com/en/destinations/north-america) > [USA](https://www.indietravelguides.com/en/destinations/usa) > [Maryland](https://www.indietravelguides.com/en/destinations/maryland) > [Washington D.C.](https://www.indietravelguides.com/en/destinations/washington-dc) ## Hotel Guides - [Spectacular Hotel Views](https://spectacularhotelviews.com/en/rankings/washington-dc) (spectacularhotelviews.com) Spectacular Hotel Views is the defintive guide to the world's best hotel views. It has over 600 destination rankings with hotels ranked by view quality, uniqueness, and breadth of availability across the property, has a searchable database of 2,500+ hotels with exceptional views and also allows you to browse by view type. Their Washington D.C. ranking provides a useful guide for finding hotels in Washington D.C. with the best hotel views. ## Travel Guides And Blogs - [Nomadic Matt](https://www.nomadicmatt.com/travel-guides/united-states-travel-guide/washington-d-c/) (nomadicmatt.com) Nomadic Matt is a budget-travel advice site focused on practical planning, lower-cost travel, and destination guides. Their Washington D.C. budget guide is a practical planning resource for costs, accommodation, transportation, savings, and things to do. - [Lonely Planet](https://www.lonelyplanet.com/destinations/usa/washington-dc) (lonelyplanet.com) Lonely Planet is a professionally edited travel-publishing site with destination guides, travel articles, guidebooks, and trip-planning resources. Their Washington, DC guide offers a strong overview of major landmarks, museums, neighborhoods, and general planning essentials. - [ViaTravelers](https://viatravelers.com/destinations/washington-dc/) (viatravelers.com) ViaTravelers is a travel media and planning site combining destination guides with practical comparison and itinerary tools. Their Washington DC travel guide is especially helpful for visitors balancing museums, monuments, Georgetown, cultural institutions, neighborhoods, and car-free navigation. - [NOMADasaurus](https://www.nomadasaurus.com/things-to-do-in-washington-dc/) (nomadasaurus.com) NOMADasaurus is an adventure travel and photography blog with destination guides, sustainable tourism coverage, and visual travel storytelling. Their roundup of 21 things to do in Washington DC gives visitors a clear, activity-led introduction to the nation's capital. - [Earth Trekkers](https://www.earthtrekkers.com/one-day-walking-tour-washington-dc/) (earthtrekkers.com) Earth Trekkers is a family adventure travel site focused on detailed destination guides, itineraries, hiking, road trips, and route planning. Their one-day Washington DC walking tour is a practical route-planning guide with a map and stops such as the cherry blossoms and the White House. - [A Dangerous Business](https://www.dangerous-business.com/72-hours-washington-dc/) (dangerous-business.com) A Dangerous Business is Amanda Williams' travel blog, focused on realistic trip planning, weekend trips, road trips, and personally tested itineraries. Her three-day Washington, DC itinerary is a thoughtful first-visit plan for seeing the city over a long weekend. - [The Broke Backpacker](https://www.thebrokebackpacker.com/washington-dc-itinerary/) (thebrokebackpacker.com) The Broke Backpacker is an adventure and budget-travel site focused on backpacking, low-cost travel, hostels, gear, and independent trips. Their Washington DC itinerary gives independent travelers flexible planning guidance suited to different travel styles. - [Y Travel Blog](https://www.ytravelblog.com/washington-dc-vacation/) (ytravelblog.com) Y Travel Blog is a professional travel blog covering destination guides, family travel, USA travel, Australia travel, and practical trip inspiration. Their three-day Washington DC vacation itinerary is a helpful family guide to attractions, places to eat and drink, and where to stay with kids. - [Wanderlust Chloe](https://www.wanderlustchloe.com/washington-dc-things-to-do/) (wanderlustchloe.com) Wanderlust Chloe is a UK travel blog focused on destination inspiration, food, adventure, family travel, hotels, and polished first-person guides. Their weekend Washington DC guide brings together useful itinerary tips with stops such as Union Market, the National Mall, and free museums. - [Tales of a Backpacker](https://talesofabackpacker.com/free-things-to-do-in-washington-dc/) (talesofabackpacker.com) Tales of a Backpacker is Claire Sturzaker's solo female backpacking and budget-travel blog focused on practical independent travel. Her Washington D.C. guide is a practical budget resource for free museums, iconic landmarks, and other no-cost things to do. - [Practical Wanderlust](https://practicalwanderlust.com/washington-dc-winter/) (practicalwanderlust.com) Practical Wanderlust is Lia and Jeremy's responsible budget travel blog and podcast, combining practical guidance with humor and social context. Their winter Washington DC guide is helpful for seasonal sightseeing, Christmas trip planning, and cold-weather things to do. - [Trekaroo](https://blog.trekaroo.com/washington-dc-christmas-events/) (blog.trekaroo.com) Trekaroo is a family travel community and planning resource with guides, reviews, itineraries, and parent-written trip advice. Their 2025 Washington DC Christmas events guide is a practical family resource for shows, ice skating, tree lighting, and other holiday activities. - [Camels & Chocolate](https://www.camelsandchocolate.com/holidays-in-washington-dc/) (camelsandchocolate.com) Camels & Chocolate is Kristin Luna's travel-and-place site covering travel, journalism, photography, public art, marketing, and rooted creative work. Her holidays in Washington, D.C. guide gives a warm seasonal angle on ice skating, hot chocolate bars, holiday tea, Christmas trees, and festive atmosphere. - [Solo Traveler](https://solotravelerworld.com/solo-travel-destination-washington-dc/) (solotravelerworld.com) Solo Traveler is a digital publication focused on guidance, resources, and destination ideas for people who travel alone. Their Washington, DC solo travel guide is useful for planning a self-paced trip around food, wine, culture, and independent exploration. - [As We Saw It](https://www.aswesawit.com/weekend-in-washington-dc/) (aswesawit.com) As We Saw It is a travel ideas, itinerary, culture, food, and photography site led by Linda. Her weekend Washington, DC guide is a helpful short-trip resource built around seven free things to do, major landmarks, museums, and practical tips. ## Travel Videos - [Yellow Productions](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2F-tlzvTztM) (youtube.com) Yellow Productions is a travel channel with guide videos, hotel reviews, restaurant reviews, and travel gear coverage. This Washington DC travel guide video is a well-rounded planning resource, covering orientation, transport, weather, lodging, food, shopping, museums, government attractions, and things to do. - [Attaché](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GsXIi0QQrF0) (youtube.com) Attaché is a travel channel hosted by Alex Hunter, with city guides focused on food, culture, history, and practical travel context. This Washington D.C. travel guide video gives practical city context through transport, food, money, monuments, museums, and broader trip planning. - [Creative Travel Guide](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pksen2PCevg) (youtube.com) Creative Travel Guide is a travel channel from a British couple sharing travel vlogs, advice, things to do, and travel hacks. This video presents a concise list of ten things to do in Washington D.C., including major memorials, Smithsonian museums, the National Archives, Arlington, and the Tidal Basin. - [Hungry Passport](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f1gFmOC9JYg) (youtube.com) Hungry Passport is a travel channel offering short travel guides and tips for major destinations around the world. This DC travel guide video ranks ten key things to do, offering a useful overview of monuments, memorials, museums, the National Mall, the White House, the Capitol, and Georgetown. - [Wolters World](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZ76qbjAAB8) (youtube.com) Wolters World is a travel channel focused on first-hand travel advice, cultural context, planning tips, and common visitor mistakes. This Washington D.C. travel advice video gives practical guidance on what not to do, including tips around museums, restaurants, car break-ins, and visitor planning. - [Hey Nadine](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=etOvj-bnDQQ) (youtube.com) Hey Nadine is a travel channel by Nadine Sykora, covering destinations, practical travel advice, and travel vlogs. This Washington D.C. travel vlog offers an engaging city visit with stops such as the National Mall, Smithsonian Natural History, Air and Space Museum, Adams Morgan, and Georgetown. - [denniscallan](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gXJDkbuY8Q4) (youtube.com) denniscallan is a YouTube travel channel featuring videos by Dennis Callan about destinations in Europe, South America, the USA, and Asia. This Washington DC city tour video gives a useful overview of the capital, supported by travel photos, text, maps, and links for added context. - [Through My Lens](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FRMvF4fMKfk) (youtube.com) Through My Lens is a travel channel sharing informative videos from actual trips, including hikes, restaurants, city guides, and destination highlights. This travel video makes a strong seasonal guide to Washington D.C., pairing cherry blossoms at the Tidal Basin with museums, Georgetown, and local food stops. - [Adventures of Matt and Nat](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9SFnJBJp_XM) (youtube.com) Adventures of Matt and Nat is a travel channel by Matt and Nat, a part-time travel couple based in Nashville. This Washington D.C. travel vlog is helpful for understanding a March 2021 visit, with Old Town Trolley Tours, landmarks, and practical context around closures. - [Mac & Blair Family Adventures](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jp2Ew6aSfDs) (youtube.com) Mac & Blair Family Adventures is a family travel vlog channel from Mac and Blair, focused on adventure travel and family experiences. This family vlog offers a personal Washington D.C. travel day, featuring Georgetown, Ben’s Chili Bowl, Howard University, summer heat, and time together.