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Washington DC Museums

USS BARRY, WASHINGTON DC

June 10, 2011 – 10:29 pm

Come to visit the USS Barry at 707 Riverside Drive, S.E, Pier 2 in Washington DC, every day of the week from 8:00am to 5:30pm

About Barry

USS Barry (DD-933) was one of eighteen Forrest Sherman-class destroyers of the United States Navy, and was the third US destroyer to be named for Commodore John Barry, the illustrious Revolutionary War naval hero. USS Barryis one of only three remaining Forrest Shermans.

Commissioned in 1954, she spent most of her career in the Caribbean, Atlantic, and Mediterranean, but also served in the Vietnam War, for which she earned two battle stars. Barry earned two battle stars for her service during the Vietnam conflict. She was credited with destroying over 1,000 enemy structures.

Barry was decommissioned in 1982. She began her new career as a permanent public display ship in 1984 for the pleasure of the Washingtonians. From now, she is also used for training and as a ceremonial platform.

Jonathan, Innkeeper

American Guest House Bed and Breakfast
Washington DC Bed and Breakfast accommodations . We are centrally located, 10 minutes walk to DuPont Circle metro/subway, 1 mile north west of White House.

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Washington DC Public Transportation

Public Transportation to Union Station in Washington DC

May 26, 2011 – 8:52 pm

Here are some public transportation options to get to Union Station from the American Guest House Bed and Breakfast:

BY TAXI:

From the Guest House is about 3.5 mi and will take 15 minutes with a cab. The estimated fare is $13.26 using the rate in DC, this includes a 15% tip. You can always catch a cab in front of the house on Columbia Road; it’s very easy to get one. Otherwise we can always make a reservation for you.

If you wish to get more information or get a Taxi to go to Union Sta tion, check DC yellow Cab company.

BY METRO/SUBWAY:
The Dupont Circle Metro Station is a 10 minute walk from the guest house. You would take the red line going in the direction of the Glenmont metro station. You will ride the train for 5 stops and reach Union Station within 10 minutes. The fare is $1.85 during off-peak hours (9:30am -2:59pm and 7-midnight, and weekends), and $2.40 during peak hours. If your luggage is to cumbersome to transport on foot to the metro station, then you might want to take bus 42/43 or H1, these buses stop 3 houses down from the guest house. The fare is $1.70 and you need to have the exact change ready when boarding the bus. The bus will arrive at the DuPont Circle metro/subway station within 3 to 8 minutes depending on traffic and time of day.

BY BUS:

Just four doors from the Guest House, you have the 42/43 or H1 buses, (these buses stop 3 houses down from the guest house) and you can ride one of these buses up to K street and then you will catch the Circulator bus up to Union Station. The fare for the 42/43 or H1 is $1.70 and you need to have the exact change ready when boarding the bus. The fare for the Circulator is $1.00. Depending on traffic and time of day with the transfer, it can probably take about 20 minutes to get to Union station.

Please visit the wmata website for additional travel information.

Enjoy your ride!

American Guest House Bed and Breakfast

Washington DC Bed and Breakfast accommodations. We are centrally located, 10 minutes walk to DuPont Circle metro/subway, 1 mile north west of White House.

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Washington DC Public Transportation

Georgetown By Bus

May 25, 2011 – 9:56 pm

Trying to get to Georgetown from the American Guest House (Kalorama) and don’t want to spend a lot on taxi fares or perhaps just want to enjoy the area as a local? Unfortunately there are no metro/subway stations in Georgetown, but there are plenty of buses and taxis. So, if you are a guest at American Guest House Bed and Breakfast and are wondering how to get to Georgetown, here are some tips:

You can either of course walk all the way thru (about 25 minutes walk) or take bus 42/43 a few feet from our front door to DuPont Circle or take a leisure walk down to Dupont circle and catch the Circulator (red bus) by the Heurich house (beautiful Victorian House turned Museum) and go directly to the heart of Georgetown.

Fares: regular fare is $1.00, senior fare $0.50 and you can pay by cash or with a Smart trip.

The DC Circulator has more than 1 line, it’s all about downtown Washington, DC. It has five routes that links cultural, entertainment and business destinations within the city’s central core!

Enjoy your ride! Jonathan

American Guest House Bed and Breakfast

Washington DC Bed and Breakfast accommodations. We are centrally located, 10 minutes walk to DuPont Circle metro/subway, 1 mile north west of White House.

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Adams Morgan Heritage Trail, Washington DC

May 1, 2011 – 3:42 pm

Eighteen markers illustrated signs combine storytelling with historic images along Adams Morgan to discover the history of this neighborhood known as much for its charming Victorian row-houses as its ethnic restaurants and bright murals, it’s what proposes The Adams Morgan Heritage Trail.

Heritage Trail highlight the unique history of DC & Adams Morgan neighborhood and its transition from the home of elite colonial families, revolutionaries and immigrants during the 19th century to an urban center for Washington & Hispanic community’s with great music and dining spots…

Trail highlights include:

The site of the first Toys ‘R’ Us, opened in 1948
The embassies of 16th Street
The once-prestigious Lanier Heights
The row houses and grand apartments of Kalorama Triangle and Victorian townhouses of 18th Street

Tip: The first sign is located at 16th Street and Florida Avenue, NW.

Enjoy your Tour! Jonathan

American Guest House Bed and Breakfast

Washington DC Bed and Breakfast accommodations. We are centrally located, 10 minutes walk to DuPont Circle metro/subway, 1 mile north west of White House.

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