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Top 10 Washington, DC Guidebooks

By Rachel Cooper, About.com

Here is a selection of guidebooks to help you find your way around Washington, DC. Find information on attractions, restaurants, lodging, shopping and much more.

1. Frommer's 2009 Washington, D.C.

This is the newest version of this popular travel guide to Washington, DC. Complete Guide to Washington, D.C. Read information on planning a trip, hotels, restaurants, organized tours, suggested itineraries, museums, attractions, shopping and more.
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2. Frommer's Washington D.C. With Kids

This guidebook gives you ideas about child-friendly activities, hotels and restaurants in Washington, DC. Find up-to-date information for fun and educational activities including coverage of sports, shopping, and outdoor recreation.
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3. Washington, D.C. Guidebook for Kids

This is a fun workbook that guides kids through our nation's capital. Written for children ages 9 to 14 years old, the book takes kids through 57 special places in Washington, DC that they are most likely to enjoy. The book includes historical information, fun facts, puzzles, and games.
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4. DK Eyewitness Travel Guide to Washington, DC

Explore Washington, DC with this popular travel guidebook featuring all the sights on Capitol Hill, the National Mall, Old Downtown, the White House, Foggy Bottom, Georgetown, and sections just beyond the city.
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5. Off the Beaten Path Washington, D.C.

This popular travel series helps you discover the hidden attractions and unusual places that you won't find in other guidebooks. The book includes insider tips to sightseeing, dining and entertainment in Washington, DC.
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6. Fodor's Washington, D.C.

This is the newest version of this popular travel guide to Washington, DC. Read information on hotels, restaurants, organized tours, suggested itineraries, museums, attractions, shopping and more.
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7. Fodor's Citypack Washington, Dc

This city guidebook to Washington, DC features a color fold out map with a guide to the top 25 attractions, itineraries, walks, tours, hotels, restaurants, shops, nightlife, and more.
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8. Newcomer's Handbook for Moving to Washington D.C.

This guidebook provides all kinds of information about living in Washington DC, Northern Virginia and Suburban Maryland. Read suggestions about finding a place to live, education, childcare, sports and recreation, transportation and much more.
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9. The Rough Guide To Washington DC

This guidebook provides information on the best of Washington, DC including advice on sightseeing, dining, accommodations, entertainment and more.
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10. Official Guide to the Smithsonian

Find everything you want to know about the Smithsonian Institution. This official guide provides a tour of the 16 Smithsonian Museums in Washington, DC.
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