Not sure about drive-bys around the White House. Security being pretty tight there.

The Smithsonian ones are quick if you have time to wait for Muggles to clear away.

Cool. I'll check out what is around the hotel for maybe setting up a lunch meet for Friday. And thanks for all the tips so far. :)

Paper Trail,

It was your fabulous DC boxes that got me started in this wonderful hobby!

Happy Belated Cake Day!

Carouselic

Metro, which is what we call the subway, is a great way to get around. The bus system, not so much.

What's wrong with the bus system? Does the Metro go pretty much everywhere? I'll be in DC June 1-7, and plan to use public transportation. Any additional info would be much appreciated.

ER

The subway system is quite good for getting around the core of the city, with spokes running out to certain suburbs. The bus system, primarily because it has to travel on heavily trafficked streets, is slower and less reliable. However, the buses themselves are comfortable and the routes cover where the subway does not.
Here's a trip planner to help plan your options.
There are several ways to cover your fare. I recommend investing in a Smart Trip card. Minimum purchase is $10. You can get them at Metro stations or order online. You can reload it as you need. They're usable on buses and subways. Otherwise buses require exact change. You can pay for individual Metro rides on a per trip basis, but it is difficult to purchase multiple trips at a time and if you lose your Metro ticket, it is a hassle, if not impossible, to recover the cost.

If you're staying in the burbs and plan to go in and out of the city, check the proximity of your hotel to a Metro station. It would be best if you could just walk to a station, or have a feeder bus nearby. Parking is expensive and limited around the stations. That said, one good option is to drive to Union Station (parking is discounted with a validation at one of the many merchants). From there, you can get on a subway, bus, or tourist tram. Cabs are also plentiful there. The tourist trams are fun and an all-day or 2 day ticket gives you on and off privileges with stops at most of the sights, including a night tour option. (IMO, the best way to see the city).

And finally, check into Capital Bike Share. It requires a membership, and remember to bring your helmet. Lots of fun, good exercise.

This is all coming from personal experience - yours may differ.

Thanks a bunch for the additional info, Girlguides. It is very much appreciated!

ER

Grlguides has definitely covered the bases with her response. One more reason to use a Smartrip card vs. the paper card for subway riding is that there is now a $1 surchrge each time you use the paper fare card at the turnstile. That adds up quickly! Enjoy your visit!

CTEE

One more reason to use a Smartrip card vs. the paper card for subway riding is that there is now a $1 surchrge each time you use the paper fare card at the turnstile.

Very good to know! Thanks CTEE!

ER

Hi. Do you live in D. C..? Would you be willing to receive a postal. I have this postal that headed out almost two years ago. It's on the final trip out, or getting ready to head out. My goal was for it stop in every single state. I'd also like it to stop in D.C. Yeah, I kno. D.C. isn't a state. But still...... If you might be interested, here's the link. http://www.atlasquest.com/showinfo.html?trackerId=8223
Hope to hear from someboddy.

Hi,
I live in Woodley Park, DC. I know this was posted a while back- just in case you haven't found anyone yet- I'm here.

-thebronzebow

Planted by BrewHiker in 2005, and last found in 2011, Birthday Kids is alive and well, waiting to be found again --

I've tagged it so that if we get to DC this Summer I'll remember to find it!

I went looking for it in February 2012 and couldn't find the last two landmarks. Didn't log it because I knew I hadn't located the hiding spot. Glad to hear it's still there.

Congrats on post #900000!

Not that you've won anything but a cool message number. ;)

Is anyone is attending the gaming convention WashingCon this weekend? Look for a Mom in a Tardis backback, Dad in a Captain America shield backpack, and a blond 4.5-year-old girl pulling them in every direction. I'm the Mom, and I'll have my Doctor Who event letterbox.

Going to be in DC area for a few days next week. Would anyone be interested in meeting up and do a little bit of boxing or just do an exchange? The only transportation I have is the metro, uber and my two legs. Really wishing to find a quilted Eevil box but anything will do.

Hi Scouttrekkie - Depending on when you’re available, I’d love to join you. Happy to revisit quilted Evil, maybe a fresh look will reveal new insights.
Let me know some available dates and times.
Moira from Girlguides

I'm BAAAAAAAAAAACCCCCCCKKKKKKKKKKKK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

We still remember meeting you in DC and love all of your boxes we've found! Happy 13 years and here's to many more!

Congratulations! Have a happy day.

Happy cake day to you!!

Happy Cake Day to one of my favorite people :D May all your icing be plentiful.

Thank you all!

Happy Cake Day, paper trail!

woo hoo! Piling on my appreciation of your letterboxing years! Congratulations.

Happy Cake Day!

Huge reason why boxing in the DMV is so great. Thank you for all your plants and events. I've enjoyed our times boxing and conversations about it throughout the years and a big reason why I still do this hobby.

Thank you Paper Trail!!!

I live near DC- will be glad to meet up!
Message me!
Letterboxhunter2018
Tina

One of the Crayola Posse (Ravenboy) lives in DC and we visit occasionally. Next planned trip is in July. Check out our box there sometime (Box #279082).
true indigo & RGBisMe of the Crayola Posse.

That was a good hide - so glad that it's still there!

Visitors can make it a twofer --