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Summer 2009

A trip from July 12, 2009 to July 19, 2009, travelling to Washington, McLean, Fort Myer, Williamsburg
A week in the DC / Williamsburg areas.
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07/12/2009 to 07/19/2009
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Sun 07/12/09 (day 1) - Washington

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Washington

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Washington, DC, United States
Sun Jul 12 12:00am - Wed Jul 15 11:00am
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National Mall

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The National Mall is a bit like Disneyland, in the sense, that there is no way to fully experience it all in just on …
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National Mall
7th St NW & Madison Dr NW
Washington, DC 20004
United States
+1 202 426 6841
Sun Jul 12 12:00am - Sun Jul 12 9:00pm
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Washington Monument

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The symbol of the city of Washington DC, this 555-foot marble obelisk on the National Mall honors the nation's first …
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Washington Monument
15th St NW & Madison Dr NW
Washington, DC 20004
United States
+1 202 426 6841
Sun Jul 12 9:00pm - Sun Jul 12 10:00pm
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Mon 07/13/09 (day 2) - Washington, McLean, Fort Myer

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Smithsonian National Zoological Park

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National Zoo is one of the nation's finest zoos. It was created by Congress in 1889 and designed by Frederick Law Ol …
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Smithsonian National Zoological Park
3001 Connecticut Ave NW
Washington, DC 20008-2537
United States
+1 202 633 4800
Mon Jul 13 11:00am - Mon Jul 13 3:00pm
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LOVED IT...but be prepared to WALK.
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Theodore Roosevelt Island

One of Theodore Roosevelt’s greatest legacies was his dedication to conservation. Today, this island stands as a fit …More  
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George Washington Memorial Parkway
McLean, VA 22101
US
(703) 289-2500
Mon Jul 13 3:00pm - Mon Jul 13 5:00pm
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Didn't get to spend much time here, but it was worth it!
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Arlington National Cemetery

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Arlington National Cemetery is the final resting place of many who gave their lives in service to the country. Two U …
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Arlington National Cemetery
Memorial Bridge
Fort Myer, VA 22211
United States
+1 703 607 8559
Mon Jul 13 5:00pm - Mon Jul 13 7:00pm
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Lincoln Memorial

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Located at the west end of the National Mall , the Lincoln Memorial is a principal landmark of the city. It offers m …
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Lincoln Memorial
Lincoln Memorial Cir SW & 23rd St NW
Washington, DC 20037
United States
+1 202 426 6841
Mon Jul 13 8:00pm - Mon Jul 13 8:30pm
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Tue 07/14/09 (day 3) - Washington

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Smithsonian Institution Building

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Commonly known as 'America's attic', the Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum complex and research …
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900 Jefferson Dr SW
Washington, DC 20024
United States
+1 202 633 1000
Tue Jul 14 11:00am - Tue Jul 14 3:00pm
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Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

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The dinosaur skeletons on the ground floor are sure to please the kids. But there is something at National Museum of …
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Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
10th St NW
Washington, DC 20010
United States
+1 202 633 1000
Tue Jul 14 3:00pm - Tue Jul 14 5:00pm
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National Air and Space Museum

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There are dozens of aircrafts here, everything from the Wright Brothers' Flyer and Charles Lindbergh's Spirit of St. …
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National Air and Space Museum
6th St SW
Washington, DC 20024
United States
+1 202 633 1000
Tue Jul 14 5:00pm - Tue Jul 14 7:00pm
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Wed 07/15/09 (day 4) - Washington, Williamsburg

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Ford's Theatre

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The assassination of President Abraham Lincoln here on April 14, 1865, overshadowed this theater for most of its his …
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Ford's Theatre
511 10th St NW
Washington, DC 20004-1402
United States
+1 202 347 4833
Wed Jul 15 9:00am - Wed Jul 15 10:00am
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U.S. Capitol Building

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The legislative branches of the U.S. government, the Senate and the House of Representatives, meet in the Capitol Bu …
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U.S. Capitol Building
1st St NE
Washington, DC 20002
United States
+1 202 225 6827
Wed Jul 15 10:00am - Wed Jul 15 11:00am
Wed Jul 15 10:00am - Wed Jul 15 11:00am
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White House

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The second president, John Adams, was the first to live in the White House in 1801. Originally called the "Executive …
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White House
1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, DC 20006
United States
+1 202 456 1414
Wed Jul 15 10:00am - Wed Jul 15 11:00am
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Petersen House

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On April 14, 1865, Abraham Lincoln was shot at Ford's Theater and was brought to this boarding house across the stre …
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Petersen House
516 10th St NW
Washington, DC 20004-1401
United States
+1 202 426 6924
Wed Jul 15 10:00am - Wed Jul 15 10:30am
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Williamsburg

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Williamsburg, VA, United States
Wed Jul 15 12:00pm - Sun Jul 19 12:00pm
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Haunted Dinner Theater

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Sit back and let Williamsburg's finest acting troupe entertain you tableside and dazzle you with special effects, mu …
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5363 Richmond Road
Williamsburg, VA 23188
United States
757-258-2500
Wed Jul 15 7:00pm - Wed Jul 15 10:00pm
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Thu 07/16/09 (day 5) - Williamsburg

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Busch Gardens Williamsburg

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Voted America's most beautiful theme park, this amusement park features more than forty thrilling rides, shows, and …
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1 Busch Gardens Boulevard
Williamsburg, VA 23187
United States
757-253-3350,800-343-7946
Thu Jul 16 10:00am - Thu Jul 16 3:00pm
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Water Country USA

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Slide, splash and swim at this great water park with acres of rides for children and families. Shoot down the Jet Sc …
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176 Water Country Pky
Williamsburg, VA 23185
United States
+1 800 343 7946
Thu Jul 16 3:00pm - Thu Jul 16 8:00pm
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Fri 07/17/09 (day 6) - Williamsburg

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Colonial Williamsburg

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Watch glassblowers, blacksmiths and other artisans producing goods with colonial methods. Or, perhaps participate in …
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102 Visitor Center Dr
Williamsburg, VA 23185-4594
United States
+1 757 229 1000
Fri Jul 17 10:00am - Fri Jul 17 2:00pm
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Historic Ghost Walk

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This is a good activity for families with small children. Knowledgeable guides decked out in 18th Century Colonial g …
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410 E Duke of Gloucester St
Williamsburg, VA 23185-4250
United States
+1 757 729 2000
Fri Jul 17 8:15pm - Fri Jul 17 10:00pm
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Sat 07/18/09 (day 7) - Williamsburg

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Jamestown Settlement

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A recreation of one of the earliest European settlements in the Americas, the Jamestown Settlement consists of repli …
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Jamestown Rd & Greensprings Rd
Williamsburg, VA 23185
United States
+1 757 253 4838 / +1 888 593 4682
Sat Jul 18 11:00am - Sat Jul 18 1:00pm
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Williamsburg Winery

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Started in 1985, the Williamsburg Winery produces almost 25% of all the wine made in Virginia. Tours and tastings ar …
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5800 Wessex Hundred
Williamsburg, VA 23185-8063
United States
+1 757 229 0999
Sat Jul 18 2:00pm - Sat Jul 18 4:00pm
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Nice place. No activity in July. Wait until the fall to experience wine-making.
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Ripley's Believe It or Not!

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Visitors come here to check out the most bizarre artifacts that humankind has to offer. From shrunken heads to detai …
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1735 Richmond Rd
Williamsburg, VA 23185-2725
United States
+1 757 220 9220
Sat Jul 18 5:00pm - Sat Jul 18 7:00pm
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