Planning a trip to Washington D.C.? Watch this before you go. Our local expert Alexandria Taylor shares everything you need to know about traveling to the capital of the U.S. Wondering where to stay, if you need a car, how to stay safe, or the best things to do? Alexandria has got you covered & more.

BONUS: Watch til the end for Alexandria’s ideal 1-week Washington D.C. itinerary - planned out step by step!

📰 Articles from Travel Lemming.com

-Things to do in Washington DC: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-washington-dc/

-Where to stay in Washington DC: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-washington-dc/

-Museums in Washington DC: https://travellemming.com/museums-in-dc/

-Is Washington DC safe?: https://travellemming.com/is-washington-dc-safe/

-Day trips from DC - https://travellemming.com/day-trips-from-washington-dc/

💻 Perspectives from TravelLemming.com

- Visit Washington DC in the winter: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/visit-dc-during-the-colder-months/

- Planning a trip to the National Cherry Blossom Festival: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/what-to-know-about-the-national-cherry-blossom-festival-in-washington-dc/

- The difference between Washington & DC: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/local-distinction-between-washington-and-dc/

🎙️ Other Links Mentioned:

- Community meetups: https://www.meetup.com/pro/travel-lemming/

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00:00:00 – Teaser & Opening
00:01:00 – About Travel Lemming & DC Focus
00:02:00 – Introducing Alexandria
00:04:00 – DC’s Vibe & Nightlife (Brunch Culture!)
00:07:00 – Why Visit DC: Monuments & Free Museums
00:10:00 – Best Neighborhoods to Explore
00:15:00 – Cherry Blossom Festival Tips
00:18:00 – Day Trips & Surrounding Areas
00:20:00 – Getting Around (Metro vs. Rental Car)
00:24:00 – Where to Stay & Budget Advice
00:26:00 – When to Visit (Seasons & Weather)
00:29:00 – Safety & Common Mistakes
00:33:00 – Festivals, Sports & Hidden Gems
00:35:00 – One-Week DC Itinerary
00:40:00 – Final Thoughts & Outro