Archive for the 'Washington DC Activities' Category

FORD’S THEATRE - Where President Lincoln got shot

Friday, September 25th, 2009

On April 14th 1889 President Lincoln was shot by Wilkes Booth while attending Ford’s Theatre.  

MORE ABOUT TOURING THE WHITE HOUSE

Tuesday, August 4th, 2009

The article below is a must-read if you desire to tour the White House someday. However it takes a bit of planning so click on the article below and follow the steps  Good Luck!!

http://godc.about.com/od/faqsaboutvisitingdc/ht/whtickets.htm

FAMOUS LANDMARKS in Washington, DC

Thursday, July 2nd, 2009

Get a little taste of DC by watching the video below:

View video of some of DC’s famous landmarks**

SEE DC ON A BIKE

Monday, April 27th, 2009

If lots of walking is not your cup of tea - a guided bike tour may be just what you need.  Rates are about $35 a day but please check the site below for updated information.

http://www.bikethesites.com/

ESPIONAGE IN DC - LEARN FROM THE EXPERTS

Monday, August 11th, 2008

SPY MUSEUM - If you like espionage this is the place to visit - Espionage and Identity Transformation: Two Former CIA Chiefs of Disguise Tell All: 

Event Information

Location: International Spy Museum, 800 F Street, NW
Admission: $97
Price includes lunch.
Reservations: Required
Phone: 800-454-5768

NIGHT TOURS OF DC

Friday, June 6th, 2008

Night Tours 
2 1/2 hour fully narrated tour of Washington DC.  Bring your camera,  Iwo Jima Memorial, FDR Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Veteran and Korean War Memorials. Washington, D.C. is beautiful after the sun is down 

 

CULTURAL TOURS IN DC

Tuesday, June 3rd, 2008

Cultural Tourism DC’s Calendar lists a broad range of activities and special events for all ages and interests.  Just to name a few, Tour and Tea and the National Cathedral, Spring Garden Tours, Backstage Tour and many more…

European Tourists

Friday, May 30th, 2008

You’ll Love DC!!!

DC is a great place to visit and 3 days is not enough to see all DC has to offer.  Great Night Life, Great Museums and Monuments, Politics, Family Activities, and you can find great hotel rates during July and August.  As always, here at the American Guest House we offer great summer rates, FREE Hot breakfast, free Internet and free use of a computer in case you did not bring one.  Check us out - You’ll be happy you did.

 

 

INTERNATIONAL SPY MUSEUM in Washington DC

Tuesday, February 5th, 2008

This is a must see if you are intrigued by espionage.  My husband and son really enjoyed the visit and will probably be back too.   There is a fee but it was worth it.   Visit their web site for special events for kids and adults.

http://www.spymuseum.org/about/faq.php

MADAM TUSSAUD’S Wax Museum in Washington DC

Tuesday, February 5th, 2008

We enjoyed our visit to Madam Tussaud’s Wax Museum even though we thought to be a bit pricey.   But we figured it was Ok since all of the Smithsonian museums and monuments are free.   It is fun for the whole family.

http://www.madametussaudsdc.com/