A Tour De Force: Guided Tours of Washington, DC P.O. Box 2782 Washington , DC 20013 Phone: (703) 525-2948 Fax: (703) 525-2948 Fourth-generation Washingtonian author/lecturer provides unique, in-depth custom tours and lectures.

Accent On Tours Inc. 5610 Wisconsin Avenue, #604 Chevy Chase, MD 20815 Phone: (301) 718-2400 Fax: (301) 913-0097   Custom-planned tours, spouse/guest programs. Dining, reception, entertainment, airport and train meet and greet arrangements. Motorcoach, van, limousine transportation. Licensed multilingual guides. VIP individual tours.

Access Limousine Service, Inc. 4600 Duke Street Suite 300 Alexandria , VA 22304 Phone: 703-823-0005 Fax: 703-461-3779   Full service ground transportation company featuring late model sedans, 6-14 personal limousines, vans, minibuses and coaches. Ten percent discount available to all WCVA referrals.

All About Town Inc. 7373 Old Alexandria Ferry Rd. Clinton, MD 20735 Phone: (301) 856-5556 Fax: (301) 856-4016 Full-service sightseeing and transportation company. DOT/WMATC certified to perform local and long-distance charters, convention shuttles, group tours and sightseeing in and around Washington. Featuring a fleet of late-model motor-coaches with reclining seats, tinted windows and the only glass-topped sightseeing coaches in DC. Free pickup at most hotels. All drivers and guides have at least 15 years of experience. Family operated since 1937. Brochures available in any quantity on request. Charter and shuttle services also available.

American Eagle Limousine and Travel Services Inc. 8390 Terminal Rd. Unit C Lorton, VA 22079 Phone: (703) 550-7200 Fax: (703) 550-7799 Toll Free: 1-800-730-7878 Full-service transportation company, featuring luxury stretch, super and ultra limousines, sedans and vans. Professional, prestigious and expedient service.

ANA Hallo Tours Inc. 1301 K St. NW #375 East Washington, DC 20005 Phone: (202) 223-8610 Fax: (202) 223-8865 Bus/sedan transportation, charters, hotel arrangements and bilingual guides for Japanese visitors to the nation’s capital. Subsidiary of All Nippon Airways, Japan’s leading airline.

Anecdotal History Walks 9009 Paddock Lane Potomac, MD 20854 Phone: (301) 294-9514 Fax: (301) 309-0753  By author Anthony Pitch. Georgetown: Around White House; Capitol to White House; Adams Morgan. Most Sundays, Groups any day by appointment. -Nationally renowned- Let’s Go Guide. -Riveting- New York Daily News.

BeyondGuide 6110 Executive Blvd, Suite 690 Rockville , MD 20852-3930 Phone: (301) 816-0303 Fax: (301) 816-0699  BeyondGuide introduces you to Washington’s history, people and attractions by bringing legendary moments and forgotten stories to life over your cell phone. Self-guided tours that allow you to see what you want at your own pace.

Bill Appell’s Tech Tours 235 Chatham Lane Annapolis, MD 21403 Phone: (301) 261-2486  Bill Appell has developed this highly entertaining, Complete Six Hour Tour. He will pick you up in his luxury multimedia minibus. He features escorted stops inside the White House, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and more. For information and a virtual tour, go to http://www.TechToursWashington.com. Brochures available in quantity upon request.

Bring Along The Children 510 N St. SW #N329 Washington, DC 20024 Phone: (202) 484-0889 Fax: (202) 554-2230 Planned programs for children, including educational tours to the zoo, museums and monuments. Group child care at hotels with activities such as games, puzzles, books and crafts. Day and evening care includes meals. Experienced staff with backgrounds including Head Start and child development.

Capital City Student Tours 798 Kenilworth Dr. PMB #106 Towson, MD 21204 Phone: (800) 999-8623 Fax: (410) 821-8623 Toll Free: 1-800-999-8623  Personal attention, creative planning, witty and educational sightseeing. Licensed guides, meals, lodging, transportation and special events included. Gifted and special-needs groups encouraged. Servicing historic cities of the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic.

Capital City Tours, Inc. 6666 Walker Mill Rd. Capitol Heights, MD 20743 Phone: 301-336-9400 Fax: (301) 499-0805   Full-service receptive operator offering complete tour itineraries for Washington, DC, and its surrounding areas. We will provide customized itineraries to specifically meet your group’s needs.

Capital Helicopters Washington National Airport General Aviation Terminal Suite #210 Washington, DC 20001 Phone: (703) 417-2150 Fax: (703) 417-2149 Soar above it all. Experience what makes Washington, DC the most powerful city in the world. You won’t miss a single historic monument on this narrated tour aboard our modern jet helicopters. DC’s only FAA certified air carrier providing helicopter tours and charter for individuals and groups. Complimentary ground transportation available.

City Visions, Inc. 1000 Ohio Drive SW Washington, DC 20024 Phone: (202) 488-5219 Fax: (202) 488-5200 City Visions provides group charters and tours. The staff of experienced professional drivers, knowledgeable escorts, and expert planners combined with its luxurious fleet of executive vehicles will guarantee the success of your events.

DC Walking Tours, Inc. 2844 Wisconsin Ave. NW Ste. #310 Washington, DC 20007 Phone: (202) 237-7534 Fax: (202) 237-7468   D.C. Walking Tours offers an exciting and unique way to visit our Nation’s Capital with non-conventional, nontraditional tours allowing visitors to explore the city behind-the-scenes for a more enriching and cultivating travel experience. We provide small group urban excursions and custom tours for the culturally and intellectually curious. Foreign language interpreters are available to our international tour participants -- free of charge!

Deskubra Washington DC 4626 Wisconsin Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20016 Phone: (202) 862-5570 Fax: 202-862-5569  Distinctive tour programs, individualized tour packages, licensed multilingual guides VIP Individuals & tours, transportation services including shuttle busing.

Dynamic Tours, Inc. 8901 D’Arcy Road Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 Phone: 301-333-5620 Fax: (301) 333-5624 Individual and group tours mainly from Europe and South America. We provide service and transportation to and from airports, hotel accommodations, sightseeing tours and bi-lingual guides, meals in hotels or restaurants, and entertainment.

Educational Tours Inc.104 Wilmot Road #105 Deerfield, IL 60015 Phone: (847) 374-0088 Fax: (847) 374-9515 Toll Free: 1-800-962-0060  Competitively priced student tour programs by air, bus or train to Washington and other East Coast historical sites. Family and senior programs through OmniTours division; 29 years in business.

Federal City Tours 5103-A Backlick Road Annandale, VA 22003 Phone: (703) 354-3106 Fax: (703) 354-3109  Full-service tour and itinerary planning, including accommodations, guides, meals and special appointments.

Georgetown & Dupont Circle Walking Tours 1912 Glenn Ross Rd. Silver Spring , MD 20910 Phone: (301) 588-8999 Fax: (301) 587-5131   The romance, history and magic of an earlier time in America comes alive in this walking tour of Georgetown, this lovely 18^th century port that lives on as one of Washington’s most prestigious and fun neighborhoods.

Gilt-Edge Tours International 306 N. Madison Street Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: (703) 841-0186 Fax: (703) 522-4099  Upscale tour company catering to small groups of people ranging from 1-21 in an exclusive touring atmosphere. Air tours, catering, shopping and other special services provided in addition to customized tours.

Gold Line/Gray Line of Washington, DC 5500 Tuxedo Road Tuxedo, MD 20781 Phone: (301) 386-8300 Fax: (301) 386-2024 Toll Free: 1-800-862-1400  Specializing in daily sightseeing tours of Washington, as well as tours to historic Williamsburg, Monticello, Harpers Ferry, Gettysburg and Atlantic City, plus multilingual tours and trolley tours.

Golden Ring Travel 8861 Citation Road Baltimore, MD 21221 Phone: (410) 391-8700 Fax: (410) 391-2257 Offering professional, courteous service. Luxury motor-coaches, 47 to 55 passenger. All aspects of ground transportation throughout Washington and the U.S.A and Canada.

Gray Line New York Tours 49 West 45th Street 5th Floor New York, NY 10036 Phone: (212) 397-2620 Fax: (212) 869-4542 Day trips and overnight packages for individuals and groups originating in the New York metropolitan area to Washington DC, including transportation, lodging, sightseeing, meals.

Guide Service of Washington 733 15th St. NW #1040 Washington, DC 20005 Phone: (202) 628-2842 Fax: (202) 638-2812 Custom-designed itineraries. Licensed guides (all languages), plus arrangements for meals, transportation, and hotels. 24-hour service.

Guild of Professional Tour Guides 5703 Ovelea Road Bethesda, MD 20816-1918  A professional association of over 300 licensed tour guides who work independently or through various tour companies. Membership also includes 40 tour companies and 40 friends who support Guild activities.

Heritage Tours Ltd. 1025 Connecticut Ave. NW #1012 Washington, DC 20036 Phone: (202) 822-9542 Fax: (301) 770-5253   Operating in the DC area since 1976. Custom designed convention tours, special events, receptions, theater parties and river cruises. Private and multilingual guide service, shuttle busing, airport meet & greet and personalized gift selections.

Japan Travelers Service 1717 K St. NW #415 Washington, DC 20006-1501 Phone: (202) 223-9172 Fax: (202) 223-9173 Ground operator for Japanese travelers for more than 20 years

Jet Tours Washington 9512 Hale Place Silver Spring, MD 20910 Phone: (301) 588-6966 Fax: (301) 588-2769  Regular (4 hours) and custom made sightseeing in Spanish, Portuguese and Italian. Pick-up at hotel. Airport transfers and transportation for groups hotels and restaurant reservations.

KB Tours 2312 Thornknoll Dr. Ft. Washington, MD 20744 Phone: (301) 248-6360 Fax: (301) 248-1349  KB Tours is a professional tour guide service. We give tours of Washington, DC and surrounding areas. We encourage churches, school groups and conventions to use us. We bring history to life.

KiddieCorp 10455 Sorrento Valley Road Ste. 200 San Diego, CA 92121 Phone: (858) 455-1718 Fax: (858) 455-5841  On-site group child care and children’s tours for conventions, trade shows and special events throughout the U.S. and Canada. High standards and fun-filled programs has made KiddieCorp the choice of top meeting planners since 1986. Complete information available at www.kiddiecorp.com

Lee Coaches Inc. 1015 Thomas Lane Fredericksburg, VA 22405-1015 Phone: (540) 371-6785 Fax: (540) 372-4375 Toll Free: 1-800-443-4LEE Offering 47-passenger motorcoaches equipped with rest room, PA, radio (some with VCR) for convention shuttle, airport transfers and 1-day or multi-day group charter.

Manna CDC PO Box 26049 Washington, DC 20001 Phone: (202) 232-2915 Fax: (202) 667-5196  Manna Community Development Corporation is a sponsor of Duke Ellington’s DC, A Shaw Heritage Tour. The tour highlights Duke Ellington’s early ties to the culturally rich and diverse community.

Mid-Atlantic Receptive Services 715 S. Adams St. Arlington, VA 22204 Phone: (703) 271-4434 Fax: (703) 271-4436 Toll Free: (800) 894-5806 Complete wholesale services in Washington DC, Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania and Delaware. We customize complete tour packages of the mid-atlantic region for tour operators and travel agents. Step-on guides, transportation and tours.

Musical Destinations 436 North Dillard Street Winter Garden, FL 34787-2817 Phone: (407) 656-7153 Fax: (407) 656-6940 Toll Free: 800-339-3529 Tour operator, specializing in high school music groups.

Old Town Trolley Tours 2640 Reed St. NE Washington, DC 20018 Phone: (202) 832-9800 Fax: (202) 832-9040 Daily 2-hour narrated tours every 30 minutes starting at 9 a.m. Free re-boarding from 19 sites around the city. Best conductors in the city. Pick up from area hotels for private charters.

Packages Plus! P.O. Box 7 Annapolis Junction, MD 20701 Phone: (410) 379-2111 Fax: (410) 379-2112 Toll Free: 1-800-759-6784 Full-service receptive packager offering complete tour planner within Washington, Williamsburg (VA), Baltimore and Maryland’s Eastern Shore. All inclusive itineraries, hotel accommodations, restaurants, transportation and guide/escort service. More than 25 years experience.

Quest DC Adventure Tours 18113 Town Center Drive PMB 221 Olney, MD 20832 Phone: (240) 432-5151 Fax: (208) 293-7716  Discover our ultimate tours and so much more. QUEST DC is the new way to experience our nation’s capital and beyond! Living history sightseeing tours with President Lincoln, interactive leadership education programs, scavenger hunt adventures

Scandal Tours 1602 South Springwood Drive Silver Spring, MD 20910 Phone: (202) 783-7212 Fax: (301) 587-4688 Toll Free: (888) 436-3886 GNP’s Scandal Tours, en-tour-tains visitors to our nation’s capital from April Fools Day through Labor Day weekend on Saturdays at 1 pm, picking up at the Post Office Pavilion (12th St. side). This irreverent tour of Washington’s infamous scandal sites is called a comedy feast by the Wall Street Journal and is hosted by the critically acclaimed comedy group, Gross National Product who highlight the lowlifes as you roll past Washington’s comic monuments. If you happen to be in Washington between September and April (when the tour is not offered), you can also catch GNP in their cabaret revue which the Washington Post calls Always funny...GNP keeps you grinning from year to year. Reservations are required.

Schrock Sightseeing Service 220 Imboden Drive Winchester, VA 22602 Phone: (540) 678-2871 Fax: 504-678-2873 Toll Free: 1-800-336-3953 Schrock Tours is a family-owned tour and charter company operating delux motorcoaches through the USA.

Senior Citizen Council and Delivery 2451 Good Hope Road, SE Washington, DC 20020 Phone: (202) 678-2800 Fax: (202) 889-0265 Specializing in group transportation, sightseeing, charter and shuttle service for the metro area. Custom made group tour packages for senior citizens. Handicapped equipment and wheelchair accessible vehicles available for mobility by day, week, month.

Site Seeing Tours, Inc. P.O. Box 3002 Silver Spring, MD 20918-3002 Phone: (301) 445-2098 Fax: (301) 445-3821 Toll Free: 1-888-273-3748  Site Seeing Tours provides customized packaged tours and tour guide services to groups of all ages visiting the Washington Metropolitan area. We specialize in African American Heritage Tours.

SpyDrive 5650 General Washington Drive Alexandria, VA 22312 Phone: 1-866-SPY-DRIVE Fax: 703-642-7451  SPYDRIVE - The most unique view of Washington imaginable. Former intelligence officers (US and foreign) host this two plus hour bus tour of sites where spies operated. Hear and see for yourself the secret side of history.

All Group Thrifty Tours 6273 Franconia Road Alexandria, VA 22310-2510 Phone: (703) 924-9400 Fax: (703) 924-9595 Toll Free: 1-800-336-5497  Full-service group tour operator providing custom tours of Washington since 1948. Give your group a first-class tour the Thrifty way! Our energetic and enthusiastic guides will conduct a unique and informative tour for groups of all ages. Customized special focus tours available upon request.

The Tour Store P.O. Box 15221 Arlington, VA 22215 Phone: (703) 521-8687 Fax: (703) 521-1585  Full service tour company offering complete receptive services. Customized packages include hotel, meals, transportation, sightseeing, theater, meetings and more. Excellent step-on guides. Multilingual guides and creative specialty tours available. Personal service sets us apart from the rest.

Ultimate Tours Inc. 2000 Connecticut Ave. # 302 Washington, DC 20008 Phone: (202) 234-5478 Fax: (202) 234-5179   Multilingual full service receptive tour operator offering a complete array of specialized services to include hotel accommodations, complete transportation services from luxury motor coaches to limousines, customized group tours, foreign language meet and greet, airport transfers, licensed step on guides and meal arrangements. Se habla espanol. Nous parlons francais.

USA Hosts 1730 K St. NW #701 Washington, DC 20006 Phone: (202) 857-4111 Fax: (202) 785-4568 Toll Free: 1-800-349-4679  Expert assistance with special-event planning, custom tours and transportation. Domestic and international offices.

Washington D.C. Helicopter Tours c/o Univeristy Flight Services 1724 South Capitol St., SE Washington, DC 20003 Phone: (202) 484-8484

Washington Photo Safari 4545 Connecticut Ave., NW Suite #1016 Washington, DC 20008 Phone: (202) 537-0937 Fax: (914) 613-3081  Washington’s only multilingual safari giving instruction in landmark photography by professional photographer E. David Luria. Half- and full- day workshops, offered in English, French or Spanish, teach participants how to take postcard-perfect photos of Washington’s (or any other city’s) most popular sights.

WashingtonInc 1225 19th St. NW, 5th floor Washington, DC 20036 Phone: (202) 828-7000 Fax: (202) 828-7059 Comprehensive convention/meeting management services, custom-designed tour and incentive programs, shuttle/transportation systems, innovative special events and music.

Washingtours 1711 Mass. Ave NW Suite 513 Washington, DC 20036 Phone: 202-234-1806 Fax: 202-986-7443  Washingtours provides: Multilingual licensed DC tour guide services, offers skills and techniques training for guides, concierge and information givers, coordinates special events and meetings, most languages available.

Watermark Cruises P.O. Box 3350 Annapolis, MD 21403 Phone: (410) 268-7601 Fax: (410) 626-1851  Narrated 40- and 90-minute boat tours of Annapolis Harbor, Severn River and Thomas Pt. Lighthouse. Eleven vessel fleet of 6 tour boats, water taxis, and three luxury yachts, all available for private charter. Event planning and destination management services also available.

Wilson’s Luxury Tours 719 Upshur Street, NW Washington, DC 20011 Phone: (202) 882-4746 Fax: (202) 882-4729 Wilson’s Luxury Tours provides Motorcoach ground transportation, with 1999 European Coaches and MCI. Wilson Tours also provides license guide sightseeing services for the Washington Metropolitan area.

The Windsor Co. 5600 General Washington Drive #B-201 Alexandria, VA 22312 Phone: (703) 642-9385 Fax: (703) 642-9382 Toll Free: 1-800-88-EVENT National destination and meetings management firm providing services to organizations and businesses. We create exciting and innovative custom tours and spouse programs and serve as a receptive operator.

Wine Country Limousine Tours & Yacht Charters 14141 Hume Road Hume, VA 22639 Phone: (540) 635-3655 Fax: (540) 635-4653  Offering new limousines and yachts for your special event or getaway; wine tasting, corporate retreats and much more. Voted as one of the favorite in Best of the Best issue of Washingtonian Magazine!

Worldstrides 2000 Holiday Drive Charlottesville, VA 22901 Phone: (804) 982-8600 Fax: (804) 982-8690 Toll Free: 1-800-999-7676  Student travel specialist with more than 25 years of experience.

Yankee Holdidays 100 Cummings Ctr. suite 120B Beverly, MA 01915 Phone: 978-922-0418 Fax: 978-922-4819  Yankee Holidays specializes in city stay packages for customized groups and FIT’s. We have over 30 years experience in itinerary planning and can offer complete product planning for clients of all tastes and budgets.

You and Me Travel POB 92266 Washington, DC 20090-2266 Phone: (202) 841-8106 Fax: 202-483-6374 Shop Til" You Drop! A shopper’s delight to Potomac Mills and Leesburg Discount Malls. Polite, reliable and on-time service. We also offer a variety of transportation services to and from airports, city-wide and special events.

Shore Shot Cruises Enjoy Shore Shot's safe and fun 50 minute professional narrated boat tours. Ride on Potomac fastest cruise boat and see Washington from the Potomac River. This 10 mile narrated cruise allows you to see various sites of interest including the Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials, the Washington Monument, and the Capitol. Refreshments are provided. Tel: 202 554-6500 Toll Free: 1-800-240-2324 Address: 31st Street at K Street, NW Washington  DC  20007

Atlantic Canoe and Kayak 1201 North Royal Street Alexandria, VA 22314 Phone: (703) 838-9072 Fax: (703) 838-7609 Toll Free: 800-297-0066 Guided quiet water tours. From historic Georgetown to wildlife-filled bays of the Eastern shore. Sunset, moonlight, half/full days, overnight trips. Custom trips up to 60 people. Team building, retreats, waterfront restaurants, catering.

Odyssey Cruises Tel: 202 488-6000 Fax: 202 488-6011 Address: Gangplank Marina 600 Water St. SW Washington  DC  20024

Spirit Cruises Dine and dance on a 600 passenger vessel. Tel: 202 554-8000 Fax: 202 488-1330 Address: Pier #4 6th & Water Sts. SW Washington  DC  20024

Thompson Boat Center Canoes, rowing shells and kayaks available for rent. Tel: 202 333-9543 Toll Free: 1-800-654-6308 Address: 2900 Virginia Ave. NW Washington DC  20037

Canoeing Adventures Canoeing Adventures provides guided scenic canoe trips and whitewater instruction on the nearby Potomac River. The season runs from April to the end of October. Available seven days a week. Only a twenty minute drive from downtown Washington, DC. Tel: 703 281-4380 Fax: 240 465-0457 Toll Free: 1-888-214-2354 (USA) Address: 10318 Geranium Ave Adelphi  MD  20783

C&O Canal Barge Rides P.O. Box 4 Sharpsburg, MD 21782 Phone: (301) 739-4200 Travel back in time to the 1870s! Enjoy a one-hour narrated trip on a replica canal boat pulled by mules. Park Rangers in period clothing will guide the boat through an eight-foot lift lock and past historic buildings along the canal. Rides are offered from Georgetown and Great Falls, MD. Each boat seats up to 85 people. Day and evening trips available. Adults $7.50, seniors $6, and children $4. Call for information or reservations.

Bike the Sites, Inc. Join a guided scenic tour of Washington at a fun and leisurely pace and see over 55 landmarks in three hours. Bicycles, helmets, water and snacks provided.
Tel: 202 966-8662 Fax: 202 966-8696 Address: 3417 Quesada St. NW Washington  DC  20015

Blazing Saddles Bicycle Rental & Touring Centers Self-guided bike tours of the Mall, Georgetown, Alexandria, Mt. Vernon, and the canals using our Computrak guidance system. All rides begin at our touring center, which is located at 11th and E Streets near Metro Center. Blazing Saddles rents always new Specialized brand bicycles. Tel: 202.544.0055 Toll Free: 1800.790.0907 (usa) Directions: 11th & E Streets, NW Address: 1001 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington  DC  20004 Transit Info: Metro Center

TimbukTours - New England Besides the breathtaking beauty of New England's vibrant fall colors, TimbukTours motorcoach travelers will also experience Boston, Maine, NYC, Philadelphia and Washington DC. Visit the Smithsonian Museum or the White House. Fax: 707 443-4921 Address: 3622 Middlefield Lane Eureka CA  95501

Sightseeing & Interpretive Guide Service Guild of Professional Tour Guides of Washington DC will help you get a very qualified touring guide to show you the City and environs. h

Tour DC Walks Take an insider's walk of rich-in-history Georgetown or Embassy Row of the Gilded Age. Saturday walks are open to the general public. Organized groups can book any day. Walks are led by writer/tour guide Mary Kay Ricks. Tel: 301 588-8999 Fax: 301 588-8999 Address: 1912 Glen Ross Road  Silver Spring  ME  20910

White House Tours DC-based tour guide with minibus offering licensed narrated tours of the White House and the rest of DC. Day tours, night tours and custom tours. Tel: 202-487-TOUR Fax: 202-518-3900 Address: POB 77084  Washington  DC  20013

Culinary Tours, Guided Walking Tours Offering all-day and half-day urban excursions for an insider's look at the nation's capital. Promoting the eclectic voice of the city through cultural and business exchange. Tours available 7 days/week, from 9am to midnight. Call 202 237-7534. Tel: 202 237-7534 Fax: 202 237-7468 Toll Free: 1-877-676-0669 Address: 2844 Wisconsin Avenue, NW, 310  Washington  DC  20007

Capitol River Cruises 14101 Parkvale Road Rockville, MD 20853 Phone: (301) 460-7447  Discover the most spectacular views of Washington aboard Nightingale II, Georgetown’s only hourly sightseeing cruise. The 50-minute narrated tours depart daily from Georgetown Harbor.

Dandy Restaurant Cruise Ship Zero Prince St. Alexandria, VA 22314 Phone: (703) 683-6076 Fax: (703) 922-0024 World renown for her excellent food and service in a truly elegant atmosphere; the wall-to-wall windows framed in rich mahogany and plush acanthus patterned carpeting, crisp linens and marble dance floor give the room an old-world look. Like the riverboats of Paris, The Dandy was designed to cruise under the bridges past our nation’s majestic monuments and memorials. The 2,200 square feet of meeting space is available for breakfast, lunch, brunch, mid-day dinner or midnight dance cruises for 2, small groups or as many as 200.

DC Ducks: The Boats On Wheels 2640 Reed St. NE Washington, DC 20018 Phone: (202) 832-9800 Fax: (202) 832-9040 See Washington from a new point of view. Tour the Mall by land, then splash into the Potomac River on the boats with wheels. Fully narrated 90-minute tours on rebuilt WWII amphibious vessels depart regularly 10 a.m.-4 p.m. from Union Station. Groups and individual tours.

Finished Business Gangplank Marina 600 Water St. SW, NBU 5-16 Washington, DC 20024 Phone: (202) 554-0677 Fax: (202) 554-0699 This 85-foot motor yacht is available for private charters. Guest capacity: 55. Full-service catering and entertainment. Ideal for parties, weddings, corporate and personal entertaining and meetings.

Potomac Riverboat Co. 205 The Strand Alexandria, VA 22314 Phone: (703) 684-0580 Fax: (703) 548-9001 See Washington by water and enjoy a leisurely 90-minute cruise aboard The Matthew Hayes as you sail past the Lincoln Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, Washington Monument and the Kennedy Center. See Alexandria by water and enjoy a 40-minute narrated sightseeing cruise on the Potomac River aboard the Admiral Tilp. Cruise the Potomac River on the Miss Christin from Old Town Alexandria to Mount Vernon, home of the first president, George Washington. Group rates available.

Tidal Basin Pedal Boats Ohio Drive & Tidal Basin NW Washington, DC 20242 Phone: (202) 484-0206 Enjoy this unique activity in the shadow of the Jefferson Memorial. Individual and group rentals available, March-September, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily.

Washington Boat & Shore Shot Cruises 31st Street at K Street, NW Washington, DC 20007 Phone: (202) 554-6500 Toll Free: (800) 240-2324 m Pierre L’Enfant must have envisioned a cruise on the Potomac River when he designed Washington, DC more than 200 years ago. The majestic sights of Washington, including the Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials, the Washington Monument, and the Capitol, just to name a few, could not make a prettier picture by day or night as when viewed from the river. Visit Georgetown, eat at one of the fine restaurants of Washington Harbor, and take a Shore Shot cruise. Featuring 50-minute professional narrated tours, departing from Georgetown at Washington Harbor daily.

Washington Sailing Marina 1 Marina Drive Alexandria, VA 22314 Phone: (703) 548-9027 Sunfish, Windsurfers and Day sailors for rent, April-October, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. daily. Lessons available. Also, all-terrain and 15-speed bike rentals.

Watermark Cruises P.O. Box 3350 Annapolis, MD 21403 Phone: (410) 268-7601 Fax: (410) 626-1851  Narrated 40- and 90-minute boat tours of Annapolis Harbor, Severn River and Thomas Pt. Lighthouse. Eleven vessel fleet of 6 tour boats, water taxis, and three luxury yachts, all available for private charter. Event planning and destination management services also available.

West Potomac Park Paddle Boats 15th & Maine Ave. SW Washington, DC 20024 Phone: (202) 479-2426 Enjoy paddle boating March-September on the beautiful Tidal Basin. Boat rental daily 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

The Washington National Cathedral The plans for this "church for national purposes" were conceived of more than a century before the foundation was laid. In 1964 the central tower was finished, but it was not until 1990 that the cathedral as a whole was complete. A variety of tours of the Washington National Cathedral and the grounds are offered frequently. Tel: 202 537-6200 Address: Mass and Wisconsin Avenues NW Washington DC 20016-5098

John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts National performing arts center. Six theatres and a beautiful banquet hall. Tel: 202 467-4600 Fax: 202 416-8425 Toll Free: 1-800-444-1324 Address: 2700 F St. NW  Washington  DC  20566

Union Station This monumental gateway to America's capital city opened in 1907, and today it is one of Washington, D.C.'s most popular attractions. As one of the premiere shopping areas in the country, there are shops, galleries, boutiques and restaurants are situated throughout the station. Union Station also serves as a major terminal for Amtrak rail services. Tel: 202 371-9441 Address: 50 Massachusetts Avenue NE  Washington  DC

The United States Capitol Standing as the central point of interest in the Capitol Complex, The United States Capitol is considered to be one of the most architecturally impressive buildings in the world. The Capitol is actively used by United States Congress and receives approximately 3.5 million visitors every year. Tours of the Capitol building and the grounds (which includes six congressional office buildings, the Supreme Court Building and the U.S. Botanic Garden) are offered frequently. Tel: 202 224-3121 Directions: The United States Capitol is situated on Capitol Hill.
Address: Washington  DC

Washington Monument This monument stands in appreciation of George Washington, the first president of the United States. It pays tribute to his role as a leader while the country struggled to gain independence from Great Britain more than 200 years ago.
Tel: 202 426-6841 Address: 15th & Constitution Ave. NW  Washington  DC  20001

Capital Children's Museum The Capital Children's Museum encourages children's love for learning through exploring the culture, nature and things of this world by touch, taste and sound. Visit prehistoric caves, see different countries, make hot cocoa, star in a cartoon and experience much more from the five permanent exhibits and traveling exhibits year round. Tel: 202 675-4120 Fax: 202 675-4140 Address: 800 3rd St. NE Washington DC  20002

African American Civil War Memorial 10th and U Streets, NW Washington, DC Phone: (202) 667-2667 This new memorial is a sculpture commemorating the more than 208,000 African American soldiers who fought in the Civil War. The memorial is appropriately placed in the Shaw section of the District. Shaw refers to Robert Gould Shaw, the white colonel of the first African American regiment -- the 54th Regiment featured in the film "Glory" -- to fight in the Civil War.

The Octagon Museum The Octagon was designed by the first architect of the US Capitol, William Thornton. This museum is recognized as the oldest museum in the United States devoted to architecture and design. Lectures, exhibits, tours and programs are available for children and adults. Tel: 202 638-3221 Fax: 202 879-7764 Address: 1799 New York Ave. NW Washington DC 20006-5292

The Phillips Collection The Phillips Museum is a publicly supported museum of modern art. Phillips include works of art by Cezanne, Bonnard, Braque, Daumier, Dove, El Greco, Manet, Matisse, O'Keefe, and Picasso. Also featuring Classical music programs, gallery talks and cash bars. Tel: 202 387-2151 Fax: 202 387-2436 Address: 1600 21st St. NW  Washington DC 20009-1090

Anacostia Museum Museum of African American history and culture. Tel: 202 357-2700 Address: 1901 Fort Place SE  Washington  DC  20560

Arts & Industries Building Changing exhibits. Tel: 202 357-2700 Address: 900 Jefferson Drive SW  Washington  DC  20560

DAR Museum Museum of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Tel: 202 879-3239 Fax: 202 628-0820 Address: 1776 D St. NW Washington DC 20006 http://www.dar.org/

Corcoran Gallery of Art 500 17th St. NW Washington, DC 20006 Phone: (202) 639-1781 Fax: (202) 639-1785  Washington’s oldest art collection features Dutch and Flemish masterpieces, French impressionists and Postimpressionists and American art from colonial times to the present. Open Wednesday-Monday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (to 9 p.m. Thursday). Donation: adults $3, families, $5. Free guided tours daily at 12:30 p.m. Group tours by appointment; call (202) 639-1730 Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-5 p.m

Frederick Douglass National Historic Site Home of the African American spokesman Frederick Douglass. Labored to abolish slavery and advocated for Human Rights, Equal Rights and Civil Rights for all oppressed people. Tel: 202 426-5961 Address: 1411 W Street SE  Washington  DC  20020-4813

Frederick Douglass Museum/Hall of Fame for Caring Americans 320 A Street, NE Washington, DC 20002 Phone: (202) 544-6130 Fax: (202) 547-4510  Frederick Douglass" first Washington, DC home showcases a collection of Douglass memorabilia and furnishings. Also home to the Hall of Fame for Caring Americans, this site offers seven galleries displaying photography, children’s art, and exhibits honoring National Caring Award recipients.

FDR Memorial 1850 West Basin Drive SW Washington, DC 20024 Phone: (202) 619-7222 A 7.5-acre site near the Jefferson Memorial, this memorial depicts the 12 pivotal years of Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s presidency through a series of four outdoor gallery rooms. The rooms feature ten bronze sculptures depicting President Roosevelt, Eleanor Roosevelt and events from the Great Depression and World War II. The park-like setting includes waterfalls and quiet pools amidst a meandering wall of reddish Dakota granite, where Roosevelt’s inspiring words are carved.

Freedman's Hall Gallery of Art Howard University Hospital Learn of African American contributions to medicine, health care and research. Tel: 202 865-1471 Fax: 202 865-6241 Address: 2041 Georgia Avenue, NW Washington DC 20060

Freer Gallery of Art Asian art and 19th and 20th century works from American artists.
Tel: 202 357-2700 Address: 12th & Jefferson Drive SW  Washington  DC  20560 h

Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture Garden Sculptures and paintings from the 19th and 20th century. Tel: 202 357-2700 Fax: 202 786-2682 Address: 7th & Independence Ave. SW Washington DC 20560

Korean War Veterans Memorial Independence Avenue at the Lincoln Memorial Washington , DC Phone: (202) 619-7222  Built by the Korean War Veterans Memorial Advisory at a cost of $18 million in donated funds, this new memorial, located on a 2.2-acre site adjacent to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, features a sculptured column of 19 foot soldiers arrayed for combat with the American flag as their symbolic objective. A 164-foot mural wall is inscribed with the words, Freedom Is Not Free and is etched with 2,500 photographic images of nurses, chaplains, crew chiefs, mechanics and other support personnel to symbolize the vast effort that sustained the military operation. Open daily 8 a.m.-midnight. Free. For details, call the National Park Service at (202) 619-7222.

Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens Anacostia Ave. & Douglas St. NE Washington, DC 20019 Phone: (202) 426-6905 Fax: (202) 426-5991 Thousands of water plants, waterlilies, lotuses, water hyacinths and bamboo grow in ponds along the Anacostia River. Flowers bloom May-early fall. Open daily 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Visitors center open 8 a.m.-4 p.m. daily (9 a.m.-4 p.m. April-September). Free. Guided tours available. Metro: Deanwood.

Jewish Historical Society of Greater Washington 701 3rd St. NW Washington , DC 20001 Phone: (202) 789-0900 Fax: (202) 789-0485 Oldest synagogue building in Washington, dedicated in 1876, now houses the Lillian and Albert Small Jewish Museum. The building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and features a restored sanctuary, a permanent exhibit on the history of the Washington Jewish community, plus changing exhibits. Open Sunday-Thursday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Guided tours by appointment. Suggested donation: $2. Metro: Judiciary Square.

The Kreeger Museum Featuring the art of collection of Carmen and the late David Kreeger. African, Indian, and Pre-Columbian art. Tel: 202 337-3050 Fax: 202 337-3051
Address: 2401 Foxhall Road NW  Washington  DC  20007 http://www.kreegermuseum.com/

Lincoln Park 11th & East Capitol St. NE Washington, DC Phone: (202) 690-5155 This historic park celebrates the abolition of slavery in the District of Columbia. The park features the Emancipation statue and the Mary McLeod Bethune statue.

Lincoln Memorial West Potomac Park at 23^rd St. NW Washington , DC Phone: (202) 426-6841 This grand monument overlooks the Reflecting Pool, the Washington Monument and the U.S. Capitol. Inside, the 19-foot marble statue of the 16th president is flanked by inscriptions of his Second Inaugural Address and the famous Gettysburg Address. Open daily except Christmas. Free. Park ranger in attendance 8 a.m.-midnight.

Library of Congress 10 First Street, SE Washington , DC 20540-4990 Phone: (202) 707-8000 Fax: (202) 707-0190 The world’s largest library with almost 119 million items in three buildings. The Thomas Jefferson Building houses one of the world’s three perfect vellum copies of the Gutenberg Bible and changing exhibitions. On permanent display is American Treasures of the Library of Congress, a rotating exhibition of rare and unique items.

Lafayette Square 16th & Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington, DC 20006 Phone: (202) 755-7798 Named for the Marquis de Lafayette following his triumphant visit to America in 1824, this meticulously landscaped park overlooking the White House features a statue of Andrew Jackson.

National Air and Space Museum The National Air and Space Museum of the Smithsonian Institution is home to the world's largest collection of historic air and spacecraft in the world. The museum's numerous galleries include important topics such as rocketry, lunar exploration and military aircraft. Tel: 202 357-1400 Address: 7th Street and Independence Avenue SW  Washington  DC

National Gallery of Art One of the world's finest art collections is contained within the National Gallery of Art. The collection spans from the Middle Ages to the Present, covering mediums such as sculpture, painting, graphic arts, architecture and decorative arts. Tel: 202 737-4215 Directions: The National Gallery of Art is located on the National Mall at Constitution Avenue between Third and Ninth Streets. Address: Washington  DC

National Museum of American Art Art from the 18th century to now, including paintings, sculptures, photography by American artists. Tel: 202 357-2700 Address: 8th & G Sts. NW  Washington  DC  20560

National Museum of Natural History The National Museum of Natural History features exhibits that focus on human cultures and natural history. Some of the museum's most interesting items include dinosaur fossils, the 45.5 carat Hope Diamond, a life-size model of a blue whale and a replication of a tropical coral reef. Tel: 202 357-2700 Address: Constitution Avenue and 10th Street NW Washington DC 20560

National Portrait Gallery Portraits of famous Americans from sports, literature, politics, to the silver screen. Tel: 202 357-2700 Address: 8th & F St. NW Washington DC 20560

National Postal Museum Airmail planes, stagecoaches, rare stamps and letters, Owney the Postal Dog, Pony Express exhibit, rare postage and revenue stamps. Tel: 202 357-2700 Fax: 202 633-9393 Address: 2 Massachusetts Ave. NE Washington  DC  20560-0570

Navy Museum Set in the old Naval Gun Factory featuring ship models, medals, uniforms, photographs and fine art. Hands on exhibits ideal for kids. Tel: 202 433-4882 Fax: 202 433-8200 Address: Washington Navy Yard 901 M St. SE Washington DC 20374-5060

Renwick Gallery Exhibition on American crafts. Tel: 202 357-2700 Fax: 202 357-3105
Address: 17th & Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington DC 20560

Smithsonian Institution The Smithsonian Institution was established in 1846 with funds left to the United States by John Smithson. Today it houses more than 140 million artifacts and specimens that are held within the with Smithsonian Institution's 16 museums. Areas of interest range from African American History and Asian Art to Natural History and animals. Tel: 202 357-2700 Fax: 202 633-9353 Address: 1000 Jefferson Drive SW Washington  DC  20560

The Textile Museum Exquisite museum housing handmade textile art. Tel: 202 667-0441 Fax: 202 483-0994 Address: 2320 S St. NW  Washington  DC  20008-4088

National Archives & Records Administration 7th & Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington, DC 20408 Phone: (202) 501-5000 Fax: (202) 501-5239 Houses the original Declaration of Independence, Constitution, Bill of Rights and more than 3 billion records. Open daily 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. except Christmas; extended summer hours. Group tours by appointment, call (202) 501-5205. Free admission. Metro: Archives-Navy Memorial.

National Mall Surrounded by the Smithsonian Institution Museums, the National Archives, the National Gallery of Art and the U.S. Botanic Gardens, this beautiful verdent park spans from the U.S. Capitol to the Washington Monument. Tel: 202 485-9880 Directions: The National Mall is located between Constitution and Independence Avenues. Address: Washington DC

National Zoological Park The National Zoological Park of the Smithsonian Institution features more than 5,000 exotic animals ranging from Sumatran Tigers to Komodo Dragons. The zoo also hosts many exhibits such as the invertebrate exhibit, a plant reproduction exhibit, a cheetah exhibit and many others. Tel: 202 673-4717 Fax: 202 673-4836 Address: 3001 Connecticut Avenue NW Washington DC 20008

Potomac Park Potomac Park, divided into East and West Potomac Parks, covers more than 328 acres. Within the park visitors will find the Jefferson Memorial and Tidal Basin, as well as plenty of recreation including golf, swimming, tennis, pedalboats and more. The most fascinating feature of Potomac Park is the thousands of cherry trees which bloom in early April. Address: Washington DC

Rock Creek Park 1,754 acres of riding stables, tennis courts, picnic areas, golf course, art gallery, nature center an trails. Tel: 202 282-1063 Address: 3545 Williamsburg Lane NW Washington DC 20008

Bureau of Engraving and Printing Address: National Mall on 14th & C Sts. SW Washington DC

Folger Shakespeare Library Large selection of Shakespeare. Public events include theatre, readings, concerts lectures and family programs. Tel: 202 544-7077 Fax: 202 608-1719 Address: 201 East Capitol St. SE  Washington  DC  20003

International Trade Center/Ronald Reagan Building Washington's impressive conference and event facility. Tel: 202 312-1300 Fax: 202 312-1310 Address: 1300 Pennsylvania Ave, NW  Washington  DC  20004-3002 http://www.itcdc.com/

National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Visitor Center Marble monuments displaying the names of officers killed in the line of duty dating back to 1794. Tel: 202 737-3400 Fax: 202 737-3405 Address: 605 E St. NW Washington DC 20004

National Shrine of Immaculate Conception 400 Michigan Ave. NE Washington, DC 20017-1566 Phone: (202) 526-8300 Fax: (202) 526-8313  Roman Catholic Shrine containing the largest collection of contemporary Christian art in the USA in over 60 chapels and oratories, reflecting the religious heritage of America’s many cultures. Regularly schedule masses. Free tours. Book and gift shops. Open daily 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Call for special event information.

National Gallery of Art 4th & Constitution Ave. NW Washington, DC 20565 Phone: (202) 737-4215 Fax: (202) 842-2356 Permanent collection of European and American paintings, sculpture, decorative arts and works on paper, plus changing exhibitions of art from around the world. Open Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.-6 p.m. except New Year’s Day and Christmas. Free admission. Group tours by appointment.

Old Stone House 3051 M St. NW Washington, DC 20007 Phone: (202) 426-6851 The oldest house in Washington, built in 1765 by a cabinet maker. Tours given by park rangers. Open Wednesday-Sunday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Closed all federal holidays.

Pope John Paul II Cultural Ctr 3900 Harewood Road, NE Washington, DC 20017 Phone: (202) 635-5400 Fax: (202) 635-5411 Description: Three gifts shops are located in the Center. One features fine art and religious icons. Another houses books, music and educational items. The third location focuses on Vatican Museum art. Call (202) 319-4100  for details.

Theodore Roosevelt Island Washington, DC Phone: (703) 285-2598 Description: This serene island, accessible by a footbridge from the parking lot off the northbound lane of the George Washington Parkway, is a wildlife refuge with nearly 2 miles of trails. A 17-foot bronze statue of President Theodore Roosevelt, early champion of wildlife and nature conservation, can be seen in the Statuary Garden. Open daily 8 a.m.-dusk. Free.

U.S. Capitol Capitol Hill Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-6827 Fax: (202) 228-0603 Description: Under the magnificent white dome, senators and representatives meet to shape U.S. legislative policy. Free guided tours leave every 15 minutes in the Rotunda daily 9 a.m.-3:45 p.m. and include Statuary Hall, the original Supreme Court chamber and the Crypt, intended burial place of George and Martha Washington. Open 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (to 8 p.m. Memorial Day-Labor Day) except New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas. Free admission. Metro: Capitol South, Union Station.

U.S. Navy Memorial & Naval Heritage Center 701 Pennsylvania Ave, #123 Washington, DC 20004 Phone: (202) 737-2300 Fax: (202) 737-2308 Toll Free: 1-800-723-3557  Description: The striking, outdoor Navy Memorial plaza honors all sea service personnel and hosts school and military concerts spring-summer. The adjacent Heritage Center offers videos, exhibits, a Ship’s Store and the wide-screen film, AT SEA, shown daily at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Open Monday-Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., closed Sundays. Free admission. Movie prices: Adults $4.00, seniors and children $3.00, groups $2.50.

U.S. Military District of Washington Public Affairs 103 Third Ave. Bldg.#42 Ft. McNair, DC 20319-5058 Phone: (202) 685-2851 Fax: (202) 685-1999  Description: MDW is the home of the Army’s official ceremonial unit, the 3rd U.S. Infantry (The Old Guard) and The U.S. Army Band (Pershing’s Own). These units participate in ceremonies at the White House, the Pentagon and Arlington National Cemetery and offer free community events and concerts throughout the year. Call (202) 685-2851 for upcoming event listings or (202) 685-4989 to speak to a member of our marketing team.

Vietnam Women’s Memorial 21st & Constitution Ave. NW Washington, DC Phone: (202) 426-6841 Description: Located in a grove of trees across from the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, this 2,000-pound bronze statue by Sante Fe-based sculptor Glenna Goodacre depicts 3 servicewomen and 1 wounded soldier supported by sandbags. Open 24 hours.

United States Holocaust Memorial Museum 100 Raoul Wallenberg Place SW Washington, DC 20024-2150 Phone: (202) 488-0400 Fax: (202) 488-2695 Description: Located between 14th St. and Raoul Wallenberg Place SW (formerly 15th St.), this somber and moving museum tells the story of the Holocaust through artifacts, films, photos and oral histories. Open daily10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Timed passes required to view the permanent collection. In metro DC area, call (703) 218-6500; Baltimore (410) 481-7328; out of state; 1-800-400-9373.

Vietnam Veterans Memorial Constitution Ave. & Henry Bacon Drive NW Washington, DC 20001 Phone: (202) 634-1568   Description: The black granite walls of this moving V-shaped memorial are inscribed with the names of the 58,209 Americans missing or killed in the Vietnam conflict. Frederick Hart’s life-size bronze sculpture depicts three young servicemen. Open 24 hours, park ranger on site 8 a.m.-midnight.

The Washington Design Center Over 70 showrooms of the world's finest home furnishings, fabrics, floor coverings and accessories. Tel: 202 554-5053 Fax: 202 488-3711 Address: 300 D St. SW #630  Washington  DC  20024

The White House Located at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, the White House stands as an omnipresent symbol for the entire county. As the residence of the President its architectural beauty is only surpassed by its historical and cultural significance. All White House tours, ranging from self-guided tours to tours for the visually and hearing impaired, are free. There are no tours on Sunday and Monday. Tel: 202 456-2200 Fax: 202 208-1643 Address: 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington DC 20500

White House Visitor Center U.S. Dept. of Commerce Bldg., 1450 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington, DC 20230 Phone: (202) 208-1631 Fax: (202) 208-1643 Toll Free: 1-800-717-1450 All public tours are significantly enhanced if you first see the orientation and obtain a free brochure at the White House Visitor Center. The Center is open seven days a week, from 7:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. Allow between 20 minutes and 1 1/2 hours to explore the video and exhibits. The Visitor Center features many aspects of the White House, including its architecture, furnishings, first families, social events, and relations with the press and world leaders, as well as a thirty-minute video. The White House Historical Association sponsors a sale area. Rest rooms are available, but food service is not. Metro: Federal Triangle or Metro Center.

Washington Monument 15th & Constitution Ave. NW Washington, DC 20001 Phone: (202) 426-6841  One of the tallest masonry structures in the world, this majestic obelisk was dedicated in 1885 to the memory of the first U.S. president. Free elevator ride takes you to the top for a spectacular view. Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily (8 a.m.-midnight April-Labor Day) except Christmas. Free timed passes required. To reserve passes in advance (for a $1.50 fee) call TicketMaster at 1-800-505-5040.

Washington Freedom 2400 East Capitol Street, SE RFK Stadium Washington, DC 20003 Phone: 202-547-3137 Fax: (202) 547-0176  Come see Mia Hamm and the new U.S. Women’s professional soccer league/WUSA. Season runs spring through summer at RFK Stadium. Tickets range from $12-$22; group and corporate ticket packages available through

Washington Dolls’ House & Toy Museum 5236 44th St. NW Washington, DC 20015 Phone: (202) 244-0024 Fax: (202) 237-1659 Carefully researched collection of antique dolls’ houses, toys and games, plus a comprehensive museum shop. Open Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday noon-5 p.m. Birthday parties in Edwardian Tea Room by prearrangement.Museum Director Flora Gill Jacobs will autograph her books, The Doll House Mystery and The Toy Shop Mystery.

Washington National Cathedral Massachusetts & Wisconsin Aves. NW Washington , DC 20016 Phone: (202) 537-6200 Fax: (202) 537-2173  An Episcopal Cathedral welcoming visitors of all faiths, Washington National Cathedral is possibly the last purely Gothic building to be constructed. The Cathedral towers above the city fromits 57-acre site high on Mt. St. Alban. Sixth largest cathedral in the world, burial sites of President Woodrow Wilson, Hellen Keller, and her two teachers. War Memorial and Childrens Chapels, Space Window with moon rock inset. Observation Gallery offers magnificent views of Washington, Virginia, and Maryland. Bishop’s Gardens, Greenhouse, Herb Cottage and Museum Gift Shop. Visiting hours Mon-Sat 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Extended summer hours Mon-Fri. Sundays 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Group tour reservations and information (202) 537-6207. Donation requested.

Washington Capitals NHL in action! Seasons running from October to April.
Tel: 202 661-5050 Fax: 301 386-7010 Address: MCI Center 601 F Street, NW Washington DC 20005

Washington Sports & Entertainment Tel: 202 661-5000 Fax: 202 661-5106
Address: MCI Center 601 F Street, NW Washington DC 20001

Washington Wizards NBA action! Season going from November to April.
Tel: 202 661-5050 Address: MCI Center 601 F Street, NW  Washington  DC  20005

Woodrow Wilson House Museum 2340 S St. NW Washington , DC 20008 Phone: (202) 387-4062 Fax: (202) 483-1466   Description: Washington’s only presidential museum. The former home of President Woodrow Wilson and Edith Wilson following their White House years features original furnishings, presidential memorabilia and changing special exhibits. Open Tuesday-Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission: adults $5, students $2.50. Groups: adults $4, students $2.50. Group tour and luncheon by appointment. Available for private functions. Metro: Dupont Circle.

The George Washington University This is the largest University in Washington, DC. They offer many sports teams, including hockey, bowling, wiffle-ball, racquetball, volleyball, soccer, tennis and more. The University has a total of 7,000 undergraduates. Known for being the top 100 private research institution. Tel: 202 994-1000 Address: 2121 Eye Street NW  Washington  DC  20052

America Restaurant Union Station 50 Massachusetts Ave. NE Washington, DC 20002 Phone: (202) 682-9555 Fax: (202) 682-0347 Toll Free: (800) 959-4200 Over 200 dishes from all of the U.S.A. and 6 elegant dining areas on 4 levels in historic Union Station. Interesting microbrew and American wines by the glass. Open daily.

B. Smith’s Union Station 50 Massachusetts Ave. NE Washington, DC 20002 Phone: (202) 289-6188 Fax: (202) 289-6199 Toll Free: (800) 959-4200 Jazz. Call for schedule of evenings performed.

Barolo 223 Pennsylvania Ave, SE Washington, DC 22201 Phone: (202) 547-5114 Fax: (202) 547-4390 Barolo is an elegant fine dining restaurant offering regional piedmontese style Italian cuisine. Located across from The Library of Congress with (3) unique private rooms with a renaissance theme. Enjoy a glass of wine from our winning, strictly Italian wine list.

Bis Hotel George 15 E St. NW Washington, DC 20001 Phone: (202) 661-2700 Fax: (202) 661-2747 A modern bistro featuring French cuisine with American sensibility. Hip and sophisticated, warm and intimate, the interior is reminiscent of a French bistro (albeit one with 17-foot ceilings). Extensive list of French wines and a "cigar lounge" which gives diners a birds-eye view. Metro: Union Station.

Capitol City Brewing Co. American cuisine with European ale. Tel: 202 842-2337 Fax: 202 842-9025 Address: 2 Massachusetts Ave. NE Washington DC 20002

Capital View Club Hyatt Regency Washington On Fine dining and grill with a spectacular view of the Capitol. Dinner open to the public. Tel: 202 783-2582 Fax: 202 393-7927 Address: Capitol Hill 400 New Jersey Ave. NW Washington DC 20001

Corner Bakery at Union Station 50 Massachusetts Ave., NE Washington, DC 20002 Phone: (202) 371-8811 Fax: (202) 371-8833 Corner Bakery, an old-world bakery with contemporary appeal, offers freshly prepared meals in a warm, charming setting. Breakfast, lunch and dinner entrees are available for dine-in comfort or convenient carry-out. Complete catering services are also available.

Dubliner Pub Phoenix Park Hotel 520 North Capitol St. NW Washington, DC 20001 Phone: (202) 737-3773 Fax: (202) 737-9564 Toll Free: 1-800-824-5419 Washington’s famous Irish pub provides nightly entertainment, good food and Guinness on tap.

Il Radicchio SE 223 Pennsylvania Ave., SE Washington, DC 20003 Phone: (202) 547-5114 Fax: (202) 547-5799 Il Radicchio is a lively Italian spaghetteria. The atmosphere is warm and inviting with hand painted murals and an open kitchen displaying a woodburning oven, setting the stage for a wonderful meal.

Mehak Authentic Indian Cuisine 817 7th Street, NW Washington, DC 20001 Phone: (202) 408-9292 Fax: (202) 408-9290  Treat your taste buds to flavor of charbroiled meats (Tandoori) poultry and seafood mogul style (Biryanis). Vegetables simmered with exotic spices (vaishno). Deeply flavored classics...bargain...Zagat Survey 2001. One block from Convention Center and other attractions.

Park Promenade Restaurant Hyatt Regency Washington On Capitol Hill 400 New Jersey Ave. NW Washington, DC 20001 Phone: (202) 737-1234 Fax: (202) 393-7927  Cuisine naturelle menu in an atrium setting.

Senators All American Sports Cafe Holiday Inn On The Hill 415 New Jersey Ave. NW Washington, DC 20001 Phone: (202) 638-1616 Fax: (202) 638-0707 Toll Free: 1-800-638-1116 All-American Sports Cafe featuring unique sports memorabilia, food and fun. Happy hour Monday-Friday 4-7 p.m. Dancing nightly. Groups welcome. Validated parking. Open daily.

Signature Room Washington Court Hotel 525 New Jersey Ave. NW Washington, DC 20001 Phone: (202) 628-2100 Fax: (202) 737-2641 Toll Free: 1-800-321-3010 Comfortable setting for pleasure or power dining. Open daily.

Tortilla Coast 400 First Street, SE Washington, DC 20003 Phone: 202-546-2607 Fax: (202) 546-6148  Tortilla Coast on Capitol Hill combines an exciting authentic Tex-Mex menu a refreshingly upscale atmosphere, great margaritas, microbrews on-tap, and tequila specials, two private party rooms and a professional and friendly service staff.

Fado Irish Pub & Restaurant 808 7th St. NW Washington, DC 20001 Phone: (202) 789-0066 Fax: (202) 789-4310 Four rooms were designed to showcase the art of conversation through authentic Irish decor. The cuisine is structured around traditional Irish food with European influences. Specialties include boxty (a potato pancake wrapped around traditional Irish fillings) and grilled salmon steak with sautéed vegetables. Fado is best known for having the Best Pint in the Country!

Hunan Chinatown 624 H St. NW Washington, DC 20001 Phone: (202) 783-5858 Fax: (202) 393-1375 Named one of Best 50 Restaurants for 11 consecutive years by Washingtonian magazine. Excellent reviews from food critics from Washington newspapers and magazines. Same block as new MCI Center.

Nick & Stef"s Steakhouse 601 F St NW Washington, DC 20004 Phone: 202-661-5040 Fax: 202-347-1233  Nick & Stef’s Steakhouse brings a contemporary edge to the traditional steakhouse. Contemporary yet comfortable with deep booths and blonde wood, Nick & Stef’s offers prime steaks, aged on the premises, innovative appetizers, sides, desserts and a serious wine list.

Tony Cheng’s Mongolian Restaurant 619 H St. NW, 1st floor Washington, DC 20001 Phone: (202) 842-8669 Fax: (703) 823-8878 All-you-can-eat specials and half-price menu for children under 12. Seafood restaurant on second floor. Open daily.

Metro Grille Marriott at Metro Center Tel: 202 737-2200 Fax: 202 347-0860
Address: 775 12th St. NW Washington DC 20005

Old Ebbitt Grill American style cuisine. Tel: 202 347-4801 Fax: 202 347-6136
Address: 675 15th St. NW Washington 20005

Red River Grill Hot tex mex food and vegetarian dishes. Tel: 202 546-7200 Fax: 202 546-0339 Address: 201 Massachusetts Ave. NE Washington DC 20002

John Harvard's Brew House Casual dining. Tel: 202 783-2739 Fax: 202 783-2745
Address: 1299 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Warner Building Washington DC 20004

BET on Jazz Art deco style restaurant serving Caribbean cuisine. Tel: 202 393-0975 Fax: 202 393-1390 Address: 730 11th St. NW Washington DC 20005

Mystery On The Menu Theater Office Interactive murder mysteries for parties and corporate functions for any day and location. Tel: 202 333-6875 Fax: 202 333-2038 Address: 1728 Wisconsin Ave. NW #154 Washington DC 20007

I Matti Trattoria Pasta and grill. Tel: 202 462-8844 Fax: 202 462-1008 Address: 2436 18th St. NW Washington DC 20009

District Chophouse Steaks, chops and seafood. Tel: 202 347-3434 Fax: 202 347-3388
Address: 509 7th St. NW Washington  DC  20004

Mr. Smith’s Restaurant 8369 Leesburg Pike Tysons Corner, VA 22182 Phone: (703) 893-5500 Fax: (703) 893-1206 Great bands every Friday and Saturday nights.

The Penthouse Doubletree Hotel National Airport 300 Army Navy Drive Arlington, VA 22202 Phone: (703) 416-4100 Fax: (703) 416-4126 Live music on Saturday nights.

Petitbon’s American Grill & Bar 2910 Chain Bridge Road Oakton, VA 22124 Phone: (703) 281-3800 Fax: (703) 281-9857 Sunday brunch. Baby back ribs, barbecue chicken, fresh fish and pasta. The bar is decorated with sports memorabilia.

Palm Court Westfields Marriott 14750 Conference Center Drive Chantilly, VA 20151 Phone: (703) 818-3522 Fax: (703) 818-3655 Toll Free: 1-800-635-5666  Fine dining int he tradition of Virginia’s grand estates. The menu features Caesar salad, Lobster Bisque, Portobello mushrooms, Rack of Lamb a la Diable, Cedar Plank Salmon, Veal Porterhouse Porcini, luscious desserts and an extensive wine list. Prixe Fixe: changes monthly. Jacket and tie suggested.

Ondine Hilton Crystal City 2399 Jefferson Davis Hwy. Arlington, VA 22202 Phone: (703) 418-6800 Fax: (703) 418-3762 Toll Free: 1-800-HILTONS Specialties include grilled seafood, steaks, salads and assortment of pasta. Open daily.

Mehak Authentic Indian Cuisine 7716 Lee Hwy Falls Church, VA 22042 Phone: 703-573-8076 Fax: 703-573-8118  Treat your taste buds to the flavor of charbroiled meats (Tandoori), poultry and seafood mogul style (Biryanis). Vegetables simmered with exotic spices (Vaishno), deeply flavored classics...bargain...Zagat Survey 2001. Walking distance from Golf Course only five minutes from Tysons Corner.

Stars Sheraton National Hotel 900 South Orme St. Arlington, VA 22204 Phone: (703) 521-1900 Fax: (703) 521-2122 Toll Free: 1-800-4689090 Fresh meats, seafood and specialty salads, plus a spectacular view of the monuments. Open Monday-Saturday.

Tuscany’s Crystal Gateway Marriott 1700 Jefferson Davis Hwy. Arlington, VA 22202 Phone: (703) 920-3230 Fax: (703) 271-5131

Georgetown Park 4 level Victorian complex with over 100 stores and galleries. Tel: 202 342-8190 Fax: 202 342-1458 Address: 3222 M St. NW #140 Washington DC 20007

Union Station Shopping, dining and entertainment. Tel: 202 289-1908 Fax: 202 289-6263 Toll Free: 1-800-527-2554 Address: 40 Massachusetts Ave. NE Washington DC 20002

Melange Hand woven textiles combining the colors and textures of different cultures.
Tel: 202 269-0942 Fax: 202 269-6648 Toll Free: 1-800-837-5666 Address: 2828 10th Street, NE  Washington  DC  20017

Custom Mail Solutions Custom Mail Solutions is a bulk mail shop that can process and mail your newsletters, postcards etc quickly with postage at 18 cents per piece. Most of our business is conducted via e-mail. Tel: 919. 856-9520 Fax: 919 856-0380 Address: 715 W. Johnson St., Suite 107 Raleigh NC 27603

The Bikini Shop Swimsuit wear and accessories. Tel: 202 331-8372 Address: 1819 M ST. NW Washington  DC  20036 Other Locations: 735 15th ST. NW Washington DC 20005 Tel: 202 393-3533 http://users.erols.com/swimwear/

Brooks Brothers 1201 Connecticut Ave. NW Washington, DC 20036 Phone: (202) 659-4650 Fax: (202) 659-4667 Toll Free: 1-800-274-1815 Men’s and women’s business-wear, sportswear, formalwear and accessories. Open daily 9:30 a.m. -6 p.m. (until 7 p.m. on Thursday). Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas. AE, DC, MC, V.

Capital Image The Shops at National Place 1331 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington, DC 20004 Phone: (202) 638-4412 Fax: (703) 521-2491

Chanel Boutique at the Willard Collection 1455 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington, DC 20004 Phone: (202) 638-5055 Fax: (202) 638-1652 One of the world’s largest Chanel boutiques, featuring the total experience, from handbags, cosmetics and accessories to the famous Chanel suit. Open Monday-Saturday.

The Connecticut Connection 1101 Connecticut Ave. NW #802 Washington, DC 20036 Phone: (202) 833-9415 Fax: (202) 833-9420 Shopping and restaurant complex in the heart of Washington. Open Monday-Friday.

Decatur House Museum Shop 1600 H St. NW Washington, DC 20006 Phone: (202) 842-0920 Fax: (202) 842-0030  Historic house museum.

Discovery Channel Store 601 F St. NW Washington, DC 20004 Phone: (202) 639-0908 Fax: (202) 639-0936 Visitors will experience the excitement of Discovery Channel, the world’s larges producer of non-fiction entertainment, through an unique three-story, 25,000 square foot store designed to educate and entertain.

FBI RA Room 8704 935 Pennsylvania Ave NW Washington, DC 20535-0001 Phone: (202) 324-3414 Fax: (202) 783-3278  FBI tour memorabilia sales.

Hard Rock Cafe & Merchandise Store 514 10th Street, NW Washington, DC 20004-1403 Phone: (202) 737-7625 Fax: (202) 628-6595   Merchandise store offers visitors a variety of souvenirs, gifts and memorabilia, including collectible pins, teddy bears, t-shirts, sweatshirts, jackets, hats, drum sticks, golf balls, glassware and more.

Kramerbooks & Afterwords Cafe 1517 Connecticut Ave. NW Washington, DC 20036 Phone: (202) 387-1462 Fax: (202) 232-6777   Bookstore and full-service restaurant serving foods and spirits from early morning to late night weekdays and all night on weekends. Live music Wednesday-Saturday nights. Open daily except Thanksgiving and Christmas. Metro: Dupont Circle. All major credit cards accepted.

Mazza Gallerie 5300 Wisconsin Ave. NW Washington, DC 20015 Phone: (202) 966-6114 Fax: (202) 362-0471 A Washington shopping landmark anchored by Neiman Marcus and Filene’s Basement department stores along with 48 specialty shops and restaurants. Special customer services available at concierge desk. Special discounts and shopping incentives available for tour groups. Call for information or appointment.

National Aquarium 14th St between Pennsylvania & Constitution Avenues, NW Washington, DC 20230 Phone: (202) 482-2826 Fax: (202) 482-4946

Gift Shop 4th & Michigan Ave. NE Washington, DC 20017 Phone: (202) 526-4433 Fax: (202) 526-8313 Toll Free: 1-800-333-4411 Religious articles and books, fine porcelain statuary, including a large selection of items by Lladro and Hummel. Open daily 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m.

The Old Post Office Pavilion 1100 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington, DC 20004 Phone: (202) 289-4224 Fax: (202) 898-0653   This former post office houses shops and restaurants, daily entertainment and a dramatic view of the city from the 315-foot clock tower. Shops and restaurants open Monday- Saturday 10 a.m.-9 p.m. and Sunday noon-8 p.m. (summer), and Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sunday noon-8 p.m. (winter). The Tower Tour is offered daily, 8 a.m.-10:45 p.m. (summer), 10 a.m.-5:45 p.m. (winter). Free admission. Metro: Federal Triangle.

Perfumania 1331 Pennsylvania Ave., NW Washington, DC 20004 Phone: (202) 737-6220 Perfumania has developed a chain of specialty retail stores designed to meet the needs of today’s fashion- conscious, value-oriented consumer. Perfumania offers a wide assortment of genuine designer fragrances, cosmetics and related gift items at extraordinary savings every day! And Perfumania prides itself as America’s Premiere Fragrance store.

Planet Hollywood 1101 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington, DC 20004 Phone: (202) 783-7827 Fax: (202) 347-1552 T-shirts, sweatshirts, jackets, watches, sunglasses and other limited-edition items from the restaurant inspired by film and television.

Royal Formal Wear 1206 G St. NW Washington, DC 20005 Phone: (202) 737-7144 Fax: (301) 209-0150 Toll Free: (800) 433-3383   Tuxedo rentals and sales. Conveniently located downtown in the hotel, convention center district. Group & Corporate rates. Fittings on site. Delivery to all hotels. Same day service available. Major credit cards honored.

Shops at National Place 1331 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20004 Phone: (202) 662-1250 Fax: (202) 662-1212 Your visit to our nation’s capital won’t be complete without a shopping trip to The Shops at National Place, a festive retail complex featuring 60 uncommon shops, boutiques and eating establishments, located in the heart of downtown. Open Monday through Saturday: 10 am – 7 pm; Sunday 12 noon - 5 pm. Some restaurants are open for breakfast and for pre- and post-theater dining.

Smithsonian Retail 955 L’Enfant Plaza, SW Suite #8000 Washington, DC 20024 Phone: (202) 357-2700  From modern art to model airplanes. From the Ice Age to freeze dried ice cream. At the Smithsonian Museum Shops, you’ll discover a tax-free world of fascinating gifts, crafts, books, posters, jewelry and toys.

Alexandria Singers P.O. Box 6151 Alexandria, VA 22306 Phone: (703) 941-7464  Add magic to a meeting with music by the Alexandria Singers. The fun is infectious when this adult show-chorus entertains with Broadway tunes, standards, jazz, blues and popular music. The Singers promise musical variety, good staging and choreography.

American Anthem 701 Pennsylvania Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001 Toll Free: 1-800-777-2238 The US Navy Memorial in association with Burn Brae Productions brings to our Nation’s Capitol a delightful one-hour tribute to the rhythms of America. A splendid troupe of professional singers and dancers presents American history as you’ve never experienced it. The beautiful Arleigh and Roberta Burke Theater will showcase this original production, created specifically as a signature piece for the US Navy Memorial.

Arena Stage 1101 6th Street, SW Washington, DC 20024 Phone: (202) 554-9066 Fax: (202) 488-4056  Nationally acclaimed 3-theater complex presenting an entertaining mix of classics, comedies and musicals. Tours by appointment. Handicapped-accessible seating and parking, audio narration, listening assistance devices and sign interpretation available with advance notice. Metro: Waterfront.

Burn Brae Dinner Theatre P.O. Box 180 3811 Blackburn Lane Burtonsville, MD 20866 Phone: (301) 384-5800 Fax: (301) 421-1027 Toll Free: 1-800-777-BBDT

Now This! Founded as a musical improv troupe, Now This! plays on spoofs on different genres of music from rock to opera. Made up impromptu, styles of performances can go from Shakespearean to soap operas depending on the suggestions of the audience. Delight yourself with this talented group who described themselves as 'one big, dysfunctional family'! Tel: 202 364-8292 Fax: 202 362-4289 Address: 6950 Oregon Ave. NW Washington DC 20015

The Washington Ballet Contemporary and classical ballet. Tel: 202 362-3606 Fax: 202 362-1311 Address: 3515 Wisconsin Ave. NW Washington DC 20016

The Washington Opera Tel: 202 295-2400 Fax: 202 295-2479 Toll Free: 1-800-876-7372 Address: 2600 Virginia Ave. NW #104 Washington DC 20037

Discovery Theater Live dramas, musicals and puppet shows for kids. Tel: 202 357-1500 Fax: 202 357-2588 Address: Arts & Industries Building, 900 Jefferson Drive SW Washington DC 20560

Kennedy Center Theatre Lab Interactive whodunit's allowing the audience to play dectective! Tel: 202 467-4600 Fax: 202 416-8295 Toll Free: 1-800-444-1324 Address: 2700 F St. NW Washington DC 20566

The Shakespeare Theatre Tel: 202 547-1122 Fax: 202 547-0226 Toll Free: 1-877-4TST-TIX Address: 516 8th Street, NW Washington DC 20003

Warner Theatre Auditorium for private functions, conferences, presentations, product announcements and more. Tel: 202 628-1818 Fax: 202 783-0204 Address: 1299 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington DC 20004-2405

National Gallery of Art 4th & Constitution Ave. NW Washington, DC 20565 Phone: (202) 737-4215 Fax: (202) 842-2356 Permanent collection of European and American paintings, sculpture, decorative arts and works on paper, plus changing exhibitions of art from around the world. Open Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.-6 p.m. except New Year’s Day and Christmas. Free admission. Group tours by appointment.