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Parking
Parking is not available at the Rayburn House Office Building. Metro Rail to Federal Center Metro Station (blue or orange line) or Taxi Cab Service transportation are highly recommended.
Geography
Washington, DC is located along the eastern seaboard of the United States, south of Maryland, north of Virginia, and 233 miles south of New York City.
The US Capitol building marks the center of the District of Columbia, where its Northwest, Southwest, Northeast and Southeast quadrants meet.
Population
Washington, DC proper is home to approximately 572,000 people and about 5.4 million people live throughout the DC metro area at large.
Climate
September: High – 79; Low – 61
DC Tours
Home to the US government, Washington, DC features a number of federal buildings that offer tours and special exhibits open to the public.
Guided tours of the city are also available:
Restaurants
Washington, DC offers a multitude of restaurants that feature all types of American and international cuisines. Some suggestions:
Attractions
Washington, DC is one of the largest tourist cities in the world and provides countless cultural, theater, musical and other attractions. Here are a few suggestions:
For More Information
Official tourism website of Washington, DC
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