Capital Region USA

On holidays to the Capital Region, discover America’s civil rights story, visit Civil War battlegrounds, journey from the coast to the mountains and enjoy delightful local food and drink. Start your adventure in Washington D.C.: home of the White House and immortalised in countless movies and TV shows. This spectacular and walkable city boasts 17 free museums, galleries and a zoo as well as a collection of world-famous monuments. Walk around the peaceful Reflecting Pool, gaze in awe at the Washington Monument and take some time to reflect at the moving Vietnam War Memorial. On your Capital Region road trip you will journey from the sweeping bays and protected shorelines of Maryland up into the hills of Virginia. Here you will find the legendary Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah National Park. Holidays to the Capital Region combine history and scenery for a true view of all things American.

 

What you’ll love most about America’s Capital Region

• Explore the iconic National Mall in Washington, D.C., home to many of the nation’s most famous monuments and memorials. Walk from the U.S. Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial, passing by landmarks like the Washington Monument, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and Reflecting Pool
• Immerse yourself in history, art, and culture at the Smithsonian museums in Washington, D.C. Visit the National Museum of American History, National Air and Space Museum, National Gallery of Art, and many more, all offering free admission and fascinating exhibits for visitors of all ages
• Discover the political heart of the nation at Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. Take a guided tour of the U.S. Capitol Building, visit the Library of Congress and Supreme Court, and explore the historic neighbourhoods surrounding Capitol Hill, known for their charming rowhouses and vibrant street life
• Step back in time in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, a charming waterfront district just minutes from Washington, D.C. Stroll along cobblestone streets lined with boutiques, galleries, and restaurants, and explore historic sites like Gadsby’s Tavern and the Torpedo Factory Art Center
• Journey to Mount Vernon, the historic estate of George Washington located along the Potomac River in Virginia. Tour the mansion, gardens, and plantation grounds, learn about Washington’s life and legacy, and enjoy scenic views of the river from the estate’s waterfront promenade
• Pay tribute to America’s fallen heroes at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia. Visit the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, witness the Changing of the Guard ceremony, and explore the cemetery’s rolling hills dotted with thousands of white headstones, including those of President John F. Kennedy and other notable figures in American history

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