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Local & General Info
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Location:
- Near Arlington and Alexandria, Virginia
- Near Annapolis and Baltimore, Maryland
- 5 minutes from the Capitol, most federal agencies and historical attractions
- 6 miles from Washington National Airport
- 45 minutes from Dulles International Airport
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Areas Served:
Washington D.C., Alexandria, Arlington, Bethesda, Silver Spring, McLean, Wheaton, Tyson's Corner, Fair Lakes, Falls Church, College Park, Calverton, Rockville, Beltsville, Springfield, Georgetown
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Area Airports:
Ronald Reagon Washington National, Dulles International, Baltimore-Washington International
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Directions from Virginia:
- Follow 95 North to 395 North
- 395 North crosses 14th Street Bridge in Washington
- Stay in the right lane and continue on 395 North
- Take the 12th Street exit, go through the tunnel and straight ahead 5 blocks
- Turn right on H Street, the hotel is 1 block on the right at the corner of 11th and H Streets
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Directions from Maryland:
- Follow 95 South to Exit 19 (Route 50 West/John Hanson Highway)
- This road becomes New York Avenue, continue on for 6 miles
- Turn left on 5th Street and follow for 3-1/2 blocks
- Turn right on H Street, the hotel is 5 blocks on the left at the corner of 10th and H Streets
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Chinatown:
This local Chinese community offers traditional Chinese culture and authentic cuisine. 7th and H Streets, NW.
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Ford's Theatre and Lincoln Museum:
John Wilkes Booth assassinated President Abraham Lincoln here. The theatre is as it was then, including the bunting-draped presidential box. The Lincoln Museum downstairs displays artifacts related to the assassination. 511 10th Street, NW; (202) 426-6924.
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National Portrait Gallery:
View portraits of men and women who have shaped America. This gallery includes the Hall of Presidents, with portraits of every president. 8th and F Streets, NW; (202) 357-2700.
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The Smithsonian Institution:
Experience a variety of museums from American Art, Air & Space Museum, Natural Museum of American History, to the National Portrait Gallery. The Smithsonian Institution was established more than 100 years ago. Fifteen museums, most of which are grouped around the National Mall, are a must to visit while in the Nation's Capital. The Mall between 7th and 17th Streets, NW; (202) 357-2020.
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Washington Monument:
The 555-foot marble obelisk is dedicated to the first president of the United States and is the highest masonry structure in the world. A free elevator ride takes you to the top for a breathtaking view. Open daily. National Mall at 15th Street, NW; (202) 426-6839.
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The White House:
Visit the major attraction in Washington, DC, the home of the President of the United States. 16th and Pennsylvania Ave., NW; (202) 456-1414.
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Area Map
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