Washington on Foot, Fifth Edition: 24 Walking Tours and Maps of Washington, DC, Old Town Alexandria, and Takoma Park

by John J. Protopappas (Editor), Alvin R. Mcneal (Editor)

Overview

The best way to see—really see—any city is on foot. The perennial favorite Washington on Foot has been compeltely revised and updated to offer 24 walking tours of Washington's neighborhoods. Familiar monuments and museums are all here, side-by-side with lesser-known historic sites and storied residential neighborhoods. Washington on Foot offers history, culture, architecture, urban planning, and much more. It's the complete city in a tidy package and the only "outdoor" Washington guidebook needed. Ideal not only for visitors but for locals who truly want to get to know their city.

The updated fifth edition of this essential guide features user-friendly maps, architectural illustrations, historical and culture information, and much more.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781588343215
Publisher:	Smithsonian Institution Press
Publication date:	03/27/2012
Sold by:	Penguin Random House Publisher Services
Format:	eBook
Pages:	240
File size:	14 MB
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About the Author

John J. Protopappas is a developer who lectures widely on land-use related topics. Alvin R. McNeal is nationally recognized as an authority in public and private transit development planning in the Washington metropolitan area.

Editorial Reviews

A delightful ‘must’ for anyone wanting to explore the nation’s capital.”—Washington Times

“This guidebook is one of the best.”—Washingtonian

“Excellent maps.”—New York Times

“A wealth of information, attractive maps, and line drawings of various points of interest.”—Washington Post

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