Washington Dulles Airport Car Rental & Travel Information

Washington DC Airport Car Rental

Washington, D.C is formally called the District of Columbia and is generally referred to either just as Washington, "the District", or just D.C. It is the capital of the United States and a very beautiful city. Land was donated by the states of Maryland and Virginia to form this federal district. The Residence Act approved the creation of a capital district located on the Potomac River on the country's East Coast on 16th July, 1790.  The airport handles millions of passengers each year from all over the world and has all the facilities that travellers need including car rental outlets.

The city has world class shopping, dining, and nightlife amenities. The Mall is a two-mile long, striking stretch of land that holds many of the city's monuments and Smithsonian museums. The buildings are easily recognisable to people from all across the world and are a must for anyone who is visiting the city for the first time. Attractions on this stretch include the White House, the US Capitol Building, the Washington Monument, the Lincoln Memorial and Reflecting Pool.  Others that should not be missed inlcude the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial, the Vietnam War Memorial, the Jefferson Memorial, the National Gallery of Art and the Holocaust Museum.  Some of these are world famous and are sure to keep visitors busy during their stay. Car hire is a must for getting around these and other famous monuments. 

There are many parks in the district which offer hiking and biking facilities. The Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, the Arboretum, Meridian, and the C&O Canal Towpath are some of the notable parks and in good weather they make a great day out for the family.  Some of the festivals which the district hosts include A Capitol Fourth, National Cherry Blossom Festival, National Kite Festival, and Shakespeare Free for All. The two popular theatres are the Kennedy Centre in the West End and the private Theatre District in the East End, although tickets should be booked in advance for the shows. 

One can easily catch a classical performance in Washington. The Kennedy Centre is home to the Washington National Opera and the National Symphony Orchestra. The city also houses some renowned universities like Georgetown University, George Washington University, and the American University. Make the most of every moment and use comfortable and cost effective Washington DC car rental to explore the city.  Car hire means that you can create your own timetable and do what you want when you want.