Shutdown? What Shutdown? How to Prevent the Government Closures From Ruining Your D.C. Vacation

You don't have to let the political antics on Capitol Hill spoil your travel fun in Washington D.C. Check out the "Washington D.C.: All Shut Down and Somewhere to Go guide" for places to enjoy while congress members sweat it out.
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You don't have to let the political antics on Capitol Hill spoil your travel fun in Washington D.C.

While Congress battles it out over the budget during the first government shutdown in 17 years, many favorite attractions -- from the Smithsonian to the temporarily barricaded Mall -- are closed to the public.

We at Trip.com have posted the Washington D.C.: All Shut Down and Somewhere to Go guide for enjoying your time in D.C. while the congress members sweat it out. From art and theater to hiking trails and great drink specials, there's so much to do you just may be saddened when the conflict is resolved.

Phillips Collection, 1600 21st St. NW, Washington, D.C.

Shutdown? What Shutdown?: How to prevent the government closures from ruining your D.C. vacation

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