According to TripAdvisor, the District is officially one of the top-10 destinations in America for travelers, obtaining some of the most ‘above-and-beyond’ reviews from travelers across the country over the last 12 months.
While there were several aspects of D.C. that TripAdvisor highlighted as standout attractions, the consensus was that travelers to the District were consistently blown away, to the extent that Washington, D.C. was ranked even higher than some destinations that most people dream about visiting, like Los Angeles or Maui!
Where did Washington, D.C. rank among the top-10 destinations in America?
The capital of the nation was ranked the #9 top destination for travelers in the United States based purely on excellent reviews and opinions shared on TripAdvisor over the past 12 months.
What made Washington, D.C. such a high-ranking travel destination?
According to TripAdvisor, an overwhelming amount of the reviews and options on Washington, D.C., were considered ‘above-and-beyond’!
The things that stood out as the most common highlights across the thousands of reviews included:
A world-class food scene
One of the most Michelin-Starred restaurants per capita in the nation, Washington, D.C.’s food scene is certainly nothing to scoff at!
Whether you want something prepared by a world-class celebrity chef or you just want to eat some quality food prepared by people who take pride in their craft, the District’s food scene has it all.
Excellent nightlife and entertainment spots
Many are surprised to hear that the #1-ranked club in the United States, according to DJ Magazine, is actually right here in the District!
Echostage, famous for its constant rotation of world-class DJs and performers, is currently ranked the #5 club in the world.
Aside from that, there are obviously several fantastic venues that are worth checking out, like the iconic Kennedy Center or the historical Ford’s Theatre.
An incredibly rich history, ideal for sightseeing
This goes without saying: the National Mall, Capitol Hill, the Tidal Basin… All are incredibly iconic and stunning sites filled with rich, unique history that is intertwined with the history of our nation as a whole!
A walking tour around the District’s most iconic monuments and federal buildings is not only an interesting experience, but an experience that everyone should do at least once just to gain some perspective on the United States’ own history.
Plenty of budget-friendly activities that won’t overwhelm your wallet
There are well over a dozen fantastic museums within walking distance of Downtown D.C. that are completely free to enter!
While you could fill an entire weekend trip to D.C. with excursions to these museums, you’d only be scratching the surface of these incredibly fun, budget-friendly activities.