Hotels in Washington D.C. Area, United States

Washington D.C. sits on the Potomac River in the mid-Atlantic U.S., with a humid subtropical climate meaning hot, humid summers (average 88°F/31°C) and cold winters (average 35°F/2°C). It's best known as the seat of U.S. government, home to the White House, Capitol Building, and Smithsonian museums-most are free to enter. In spring, the city bursts with cherry blossoms around the Tidal Basin, while winter invites ice skating at the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden; during summer, you can kayak on the Potomac or catch free jazz concerts in the Sculpture Garden. For a different vibe, head to Georgetown's cobblestone streets for independent shops and waterfront dining, or to Capitol Hill for historic row houses and the Eastern Market's weekend bazaar.