Archive for the 'Washington DC Activities' Category

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/

Washington DC in December for the holidays

Friday, November 16th, 2007

There is no better place to be for the Holidays than this great city of Washington DC.   Hotel rates are at its lowest, the night life is wonderful for young and not so young, the museums are open and most are free of charge, the White House’s Christmas Tree is a special treat to see and lots, lots more.   Come and enjoy DC for the Holidays!

WHAT TO DO IN WASHINGTON DC

Wednesday, September 19th, 2007

Washington DC is a wonderful place to be with friends, family or to enjoy it solo; there is something for every one, for every interest and for every taste.  

From sophisticated restaurants to eating steamed shrimp sitting by the Potomac River.   From Museums to boating on the Potomac, from wild and crazy night life to quiet and sophisticated Kennedy Center.   Come, see for yourself!  We are open year round.

CELEBRATE 4TH OF JULY IN WASHINGTON DC

Monday, June 4th, 2007

You can’t find a better place to celebrate 4th of July than Washington, DC.   Beginning as early as June 2nd, there are lots of activities going on at the National Mall and better yet, it is free for the whole family.   Come and enjoy history at its best - DC is a great place to celebrate 4th of July.

PENTAGON TOURS

Friday, May 25th, 2007

The Pentagon is no longer offering public or walking tours.  At this time, only groups associated with churches, schools, military and government institutions are allowed to schedule tours.  In addition, friends and family of Pentagon employees are allowed to tour the facilities, but the tour must be sponsored by military personnel. For more information, please contact the Pentagon Tour Office at (703) 697-1776.