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May 30

The Historic Dupont Circle Neighborhood


Dupont Circle is one of the Open Top Tour’s popular and bustling stops in DC. In a City of Circles, this is one the most famous one, but, how much do you know about it?

Dupont Circle is a cultured neighborhood with some of Washington, DC’s most exceptional museums, historic homes and foreign embassies as well as a diverse choice of ethnic restaurants, bookstores, and private art galleries. Dupont Circle is the heart of Washington, DC’s nightlife. The Circle itself is a gathering place with park benches, grass and a unique fountain in the center. Holiday Inn Washington – Central/White House is located in the Dupont Circle neighborhood.

Dupont Circle is one of the most culturally diverse and beautiful places in Washington DC. Located Near George Washington University, college students as well as many local residents use the area.

Dupont Circle neighborhood is home to various museums, including the Textile Museum, Woodrow Wilson House, the Phillips Collection, Brewmaster’s Castle and many more.

Brewmasters Castle

Charles Sumner School Museum and Archives

Embassy Row in Washington, DC refers to location in the city along Massachusetts Avenue extending from Dupont Circle toward the National Cathedral, where many of the foreign embassies are located, .

Portion of Embassy Row

Dupont Circle is an eclectic neighborhood with a wide variety of restaurants ranging from fast food to unique ethnic eateries. Many of the restaurants in the neighborhood offer outdoor seating and pet friendly seating.

The area is also one of the most popular destinations in the city for nightlife.

Bar Dupont

Holiday Inn Washington- Central/ White House prides itself on its premier location in the heart of Dupont Circle. We are just steps away from beautiful fountains and sculptures located in the Dupont Circle neighborhood. Allow us to host your next visit to Washington, DC.

May 28

On Memorial Day, we remember those who gave


On Memorial Day, we remember those who gave their lives for our freedom. From the American Revolution to Afghanistan, thousands made the ultimate sacrifice.

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Visit the many Washington DC memorials honoring our veterans. Visit our web site for more info: Holiday Inn – Central DC Memorials

May 24

YouTube Video- Holiday Inn Central Washington DC

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Washington DC 20005

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May 23

National Musuem of Crime and Punishment


The National Musuem of Crime and Punishmentpromises visitors the opportunity to shoot a gun, drive a police cruiser and appear in a police lineup, the crime museum is to the Smithsonian as “America’s Most Wanted” is to “Frontline.” You can sit inside a jail cell, test yourself on a lie detector, check out Al Capone’s super-comfy prison cell and, in the section on capital punishment, gawk at the real Tennessee’s Old Smokey electric chair and a like real gas chamber.

Orlando businessman John Morgan’s decision to put his latest attraction in Washington was inspired by the Spy Museum.

“The type of visitor you get here is more educated, more inquisitive,” says Morgan, a personal injury lawyer who also builds hotels. “And I was very impressed with the success of the Spy Museum.”

Morgan gained the inspiration for the museum of crime after trying to visit the the prison located on an island in San Francisco called Alcatrez. Morgan was disappointed to find out that tickets were sold out eight days in advance.

“I slipped the guy a couple of hundred bucks and he let me on the boat, and I realized, if America is so enthralled with crime that they’d book eight days out to see an empty prison, that’s something pretty strong.”

The National Musuem of Crime and Punishment in Washington, DC provides America’s the most developed display of the evolution of crime in punishment in the United States and abroad. There are five distinct galleries that explores deep into the studies of criminal intent, profiles, issues associated with crime, the prison system, victims, crime prevention, forensic science, law enforcement, the Judiciary Branch of government and more! The Holiday Inn Central offers a Crime and Punishment Package which includes 2 adult tickets 2 kids tickets to the National Museum of Crime and Punishment and 2 breakfast vouchers each morning of your stay. As always, Kids Eat Free

The Holiday Inn Washington, DC is located only 1.3 miles from the Crime Museum. Enjoy the hotel’s premier location, which is within walking distance of the White House, monuments, museums, and the business district. Enjoy panoramic views of the city from the hotel’s seasonal, rooftop pool and a full-service restaurant and lounge, the Avenue Cafe, where kids eat free.

May 16

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Cool Facts about Madame Tussaud Museum and Hotel Package


Reserve the Madame Tussauds’ Package at the Holiday Inn Washington, DC- Central! See famous figures like all 44 US Presidents including Barack Obama, plus Madonna, Beyonce, Rihanna, Britney Spears, Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt, Samuel L Jackson, Jennifer Lopez, Robert Pattinson, and many, many more!

The package includes admission to World Famous Madame Tussauds’ Wax Museum in downtown Washington DC for 2 adults and 2 children plus voucher for 2 adult breakfasts – Kids Eat Free. Value of admission tickets and breakfast over 100 dollars! See some cool facts about the Madame Tussaud Musuem and History Below

  • Madame Tussaud was imprisoned during the French Revolution and made death masks of executed nobles
  • Before modern times when news was communicated largely by word of mouth, Madame Tussaud’s exhibition was a kind of traveling newspaper providing an insight into international events and bringing people face to face with people in the headlines.
  • It takes six months, more than 250 precise measurements and photographs, 2,400 lbs of wax and $45,000 to make each of Madame Tussaud’s wax portraits.
  • Each strand of hair is inserted individually, taking approximately five weeks to complete each head.
  • Two maintenance teams inspect and primp each figure daily before the museum opens.
  • To add authenticity to the portraits at Madame Tussaud’s New York, many artifacts have been donated from the celebrity or purchased from auctions.
  • All portraits have their hair washed and make-up retouched regularly.
  • All celebrities’ vital statistics are kept confidential, despite repeated requests from the public and media.

Enjoy the Holiday Inn Washington, DC- Central/White House premier location, which is within walking distance of the White House, monuments, museums, and the business district. Enjoy panoramic views of the city from the hotel’s seasonal, rooftop pool and a full-service restaurant and lounge, the Avenue Cafe, where kids eat free.

Madame Tussauds’ is located at the corner of 10th & F Streets. Wax Museum hours of operation: 10 AM to 6 PM daily, 365 days a year. Extended hours may be available during peak seasons. Contact the museum at 1-888-Wax-in-DC or visit Madame Tussauds’ website for hours and information.

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