Personalized walking tours of our nation’s capital for both visitors and natives… Washington Revealed From Capitol Hill to Georgetown, from The Mall to DuPont Circle and beyond, Washington, D.C., is one of the most vibrant, varied cities in the world. If you’re a sightseer who’s not content to "go with the herd," now you can discover our nation’s capital with tours tailored to meet your special interests. Whether you’re exploring Washington for the very first time or a seasoned visitor hoping to uncover new treasures, you’re sure to discover the glorious, the rare, and the unexpected when you choose one of the personalized tours in this indispensable guide.
- Features new information on 130 sites, grouped by special interest category, including antiques, art, gardens, literature, military, music, theater, science, technology, and nature
- Provides nine walking tours with maps that pinpoint featured sites for each category
- Offers a handy alphabetical "where and when" listing of basic information on each site, including address, phone number, hours of operation, admission, and special programs or facilities
- Includes dozens of both famous and lesser-known sites
MAXINE H. ATWATER owns and operates Special Interest Tours, Inc., which specializes in group tours of Washington, D.C., and surrounding areas. An authority on capital sites, Ms. Atwater is a travel writer with more than 100 newspaper and magazine articles to her credit as well as three books, including Rollin On: A Wheelchair Guide to U.S. Cities.