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

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Washington on Foot, Fifth Edition: 24 Walking Tours and Maps of Washington, DC, Old Town Alexandria, and Takoma Park
Authors and Contributors      Edited by John J. Protopappas
Edited by Judith Meany
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:240
Dimensions(mm): Height 229,Width 134
Category/GenreTravel and holiday guides
ISBN/Barcode 9781588343208
ClassificationsDewey:917.530442
Audience
General
Illustrations 75 B&W ILLUSTRATIONS 26 MAPS

Publishing Details

Publisher Smithsonian Books
Imprint Smithsonian Books
Publication Date 27 March 2012
Publication Country United States

Description

The best way to see-really see-any city is on foot. The perennial favorite Washington on Foot has been completely 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 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.

Author Biography

John J. Protopappas is a developer who lectures widely on land-use related topics. Judith Meany, Ph.D., FAICP is Professor of Practice in the School of Architecture and Planning at The Catholic University of America where she created and directs the M.ARCH with a Real Estate Development Concentration.

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