Celebrating the 4th of July 2011 in Washington D.C. can be a memorable occasion, whether you're in town on business or on a vacation. Families with kids can take in the many attractions of our nation's capital and enjoy the culture of the surrounding neighborhoods, including Georgetown, Dupont Circle, Adams Morgan, and Capitol Hill.
Attractions in the downtown area include the Smithsonian, the Library of Congress, the Vietnam Memorial and many other places of interest. On the 4th of July there will be plenty of celebrations with marching bands, parades and of course the nighttime fireworks displays. Choose from the many fine restaurants in the central business district and explore the nightlife in Georgetown when spending the holidays in D.C.
Planning a vacation to the nation's capital? The 4th of July 2011 in Washington D.C. promises to be a busy travel time for many, so plan ahead as much as possible. In addition to the nightlife and great dining at local restaurants, many of the popular visitor attractions will have special live music performances and plenty of outdoor entertainment on our nation's birthday. Around Capitol Hill you may be treated to a patriotic parade and there will surely be spectacular light shows in this and other neighborhoods on the 4th.
Aside from the hustle and bustle of the Downtown D.C. area, take some time to get acquainted with Dupont Circle, Adams Morgan, the Potomac River neighborhoods and the surrounding environs such as Chevy Chase and Arlington, VA. Visit the Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD on the 4th of July and take a tour of some of the naval vessels that are open to the public for a patriotic experience.
At night there is no better place for vacationing families to be on Independence Day than Downtown D.C. The fireworks shows are spectacular and are synced to live music, so be prepared to enjoy the beautiful 4th of July 2011 pyrotechnics in, arguably, the most fitting city for Indenpendence Day.
