What is the purpose of very small median strips close to the sidewalk near an intersection? [more inside]
posted by bad grammar around Washington, DC at 3:49 PM - 15 answers

I need to get me and my luggage from BWI to DC and back to BWI. Help! [more inside]
posted by Leezie around Washington, DC at 7:15 PM - 8 answers

Spending a long weekend in D.C. Looking for off the beaten path restaurant, app suggestions & other recommendations. [more inside]
posted by TravellingCari around Washington, DC at 7:53 AM - 35 answers

I'm planning a trip to DC in June and wondering what areas are safe & not so safe? Also hotels are very expensive so can anyone suggest a hotel (staying a week) in or around DC that is convenient to the Metro and again a safe area and not so expensive as to dry out your bank account? Any tips about DC in general?
posted by irish01 around Washington, DC at 4:27 PM - 24 answers

How does attending a U.S. Supreme Court oral argument usually work? [more inside]
posted by ochenk around Washington, DC at 9:32 AM - 12 answers

Where to go techno dancing in DC this weekend? [more inside]
posted by eviemath around Washington, DC at 5:27 PM - 4 answers

I need to house my family in DC for a long weekend in May. I need it not to be insanely expensive. Creative ideas required! [more inside]
posted by cessair around Washington, DC at 7:43 AM - 9 answers

Going to Washington, D.C. - what's the deal with Congressional tours? [more inside]
posted by Addlepated around Washington, DC at 7:56 PM - 13 answers

Washington-DC-filter: What is protocol for getting cabs back to Virginia (Arlington) from within the District late at night? What are my rights as a passenger? Am I being ethical? [more inside]
posted by windbox around Washington, DC at 12:41 AM - 21 answers

Can you list some bars and restaurants in DC that would be good for a group of 10-12, all 21+? I'm open to making reservations, but a) bars probably don't take them and b) it would also be nice to be able to descend on a location or two in a more impromptu fashion as the weekend develops. Neighborhoods and other relevant details within. [more inside]
posted by juliplease around Washington, DC at 11:35 AM - 9 answers

This Friday I have a 7:30 PM flight out of BWI. What time should I leave the Chevy Chase, MD area? What route is best (any construction or other concerns)? I will have a rental car and am traveling solo.
posted by blargerz around Washington, DC at 7:55 PM - 10 answers

I'll be in Washington D.C. from December 26th to the 31st. I'm staying at the Omni Shoreham in Woodley Park. Please tell me about cheap vegetarian eats, good coffee shops and bars, and free wifi in my neighborhood and elsewhere. [more inside]
posted by Beardman around Washington, DC at 8:15 AM - 23 answers

Going to Washington, D.C. next week. Looking for some upscale restaurants and local events to keep me occupied - lectures, film screenings, and the like. I'll be in town from the 11th to the 16th.
posted by matkline around Washington, DC at 12:59 PM - 9 answers

I want to give someone a gift card for a cab ride in DC/NOVA. Will this be more trouble than it's worth? Have you done it successfully? [more inside]
posted by martinX's bellbottoms around Washington, DC at 4:01 PM - 4 answers

What's the best way to get from Washington Reagan airport to a hotel near Tyson's Corner, VA? [more inside]
posted by tamitang around Washington, DC at 11:34 AM - 14 answers

How long would the drive from New Haven to Washington, D.C., take on Wednesday evening? I'm trying to decide how horrendous the experience will be so I can judge whether springing for Amtrack tickets would be worth it. We'll be leaving at about 6 from New Haven. Specific experiences with that drive or a similar one before Thanksgiving would be appreciated.
posted by reren around Washington, DC at 9:48 AM - 19 answers

Washington DC museums - What are some good museums in DC for the history of technology, transport, computers, etc. - I do know about the Smithsonian and their Air and Space Museum. Thanks!
posted by carter around Washington, DC at 2:03 PM - 25 answers

What should my girlfriend and I do on a day trip to Washington DC? We're willing to do a mix of touristy and not-touristy things, so suggest whatever's fun or interesting! [more inside]
posted by mccarty.tim around Washington, DC at 6:49 PM - 22 answers

How to visit Olmsted parks in D.C.? Without my car please. [more inside]
posted by stinker around Washington, DC at 7:13 PM - 4 answers

Itinerary whizzes and Washington DC gurus: can you help tweak my plans for a trip from the midwest to DC for four nights, all under $800-1000? [more inside]
posted by librarylis around Washington, DC at 1:12 PM - 23 answers