Everyone knows about the White House, the Lincoln Memorial, and the National Capitol. My mission is to show you all the off-the-beaten-path spots, in addition to the famous ones. I’m a firm believer that travel does not have to be expensive, so I make it a point to feature free museums and activities, great spots to photograph, and let you know about any awesome food deals.

This guide could easily provide you with a week’s worth of activities. I have lived in DC since 2012 and it is a passion of mine to share all the best parts with anyone who wants to visit. Our nation’s capital is full of things to do, monuments to see, and places to go. This guide should have something for everyone! DC is an amazing city full of so much culture in the form of food, art, markets, architecture, festivals, plays, and museums. I share my tips for getting to experience all of these things to the fullest!

In my personal life, I am a foodie and run a food Instagram (@hungry_hungry_hanley), and I also enjoy architecture and urban exploring (I actually work for ARCHITECT Magazine!), so I included my favorite spots! I love seeing live music (whether local jazz bands, or national tours) and included tips for that as well.