Discover the Real DC | Seek Out the Unexpected in Washington, DC

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Let’s face it. Many people think DC starts and ends with the federal government, but this 68-square-mile city has so much more – and it’s at the top of its game. Michelin-starred masterpieces. Pre-Broadway premieres. Hands-on history. Find out what the District is really all about. Plan your next adventure with sneak peeks, neighborhood guides and trusted tips.

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