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US Botanical Gardens in Washington DC

February 18, 2013 – 8:35 pm

As the springtime weather begins to emerge, it becomes the perfect time to visit the US Botanical Gardens in Washington DC. Established in 1820, The Botanical Gardens are among the oldest in the nation. Completely free to the public, The Conservatory, National Garden and Bartholdi Park are open 365 days a year! Located on The National Mall, close to many Smithsonian museums and next to The Capitol Reflecting Pool, the Botanical Gardens offer a variety of exhibits and displays throughout the year.  The Conservatory includes species from all around the world, and the Garden’s “Savage Plants” exhibit features the popular carnivorous plants exhibit. For directions from our Washington dc B & B, a quick 15 minute cab ride away, see the map below.


View Directions to US Botanical Gardens by Taxi in a larger map

Public transit is also available, see map below:

View Directions to US Botanical Gardens by Public Transit in a larger map

Enjoy!

Jennifer, Innkeeper
American Guest House in Washington DC

 

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The National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden Ice Rink

December 11, 2012 – 7:19 pm

Photo credit: Glyn Lowe Photoworks, Flickr, Creative Commons

Getting in the winter spirit? Enjoy art?  Why not combine the two at The National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden Ice Rink? 

There you can view the outdoor sculptures, while ice skating in the open air, at times even to music!

The National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden Ice Rink is free and open to the public, and located on the National Mall at 7th Street and Constitution Avenue NW. Monday- Thursday, the Gallery is open 10 a.m.- 9  p.m.; Friday and Saturday 10 a.m.-11 p.m.; and Sunday, 11:00 a.m.- 9:00 p.m.

When you’re finished, come on back the Guest House and warm up with some delicious hot cocoa. Enjoy!

Jennifer, Innkeeper
American Guest House in Washington DC

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Want a great Kayaking lesson on the Potomac while visiting Washington DC?

May 20, 2012 – 8:17 pm

Check out the Potomac Kayaking Company which offers a great in depth introduction to the basics of kayaking.  Courses include the essentials, safety and recovery while kayaking.  For the more experienced kayakers, there is a whitewater course that comes highly recommended for kayaking up the Potomac near Great Falls, MD.  Several of our guests have enjoyed accommodations through this company as part of their sight seeing of DC.

Check out their website for more details and course reservation information.  As a personal kayaker myself, I must agree that there is no better way to see Washington DC then by river.  It’s a great experience the whole family can enjoy and having experienced instructors is a big plus!  Check out their Testimonials page for reviews on the Potomac Kayaking Company!

Here is a video from a kayaker on the Potomac you will enjoy!

The American Guest House Bed and Breakfast appreciates our neighbors in the area for tourism attractions that we may offer our guests.  The Potomac Kayaking Company comes highly rated from our guests as they have enjoyed the experienced instruction of the Potomac Kayaking Company.

Jonathan, Innkeeper
American Guest House in Washington DC

 

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