Flights from Houston to Washington DC (HOU to WAS)

Washington, DC is the capital of the United States of America. It is formally known as the District of Columbia, Washington and DC. Founded as the seat of government after the American Revolution, the city was named after first President of the United States and its Founding Father- George Washington. The city was planned on a grid system with broad streets and avenues in a rectangular shape, while their borders provide ample room for landscaping. This design was earlier followed in the designing of other famous world cities like Paris, Amsterdam, and Milan. Fast forward to 2018, and you will the city a host to nearly 200 foreign embassies and international organizations like the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund.

Things to do in Washington, DC

United States Capitol

The United States Capitol is the home of the United States Congress and the seat of the legislative branch of the federal government in the US. It is located atop Capitol Hill of the National Mall in Washington, DC. Completed in 1800, it has experienced multiple expansions and is now hallmarked by a grand dome and a marble terrace. Its interiors are no less exemplary because it features several frescoes, reliefs, and paintings related to American history.

White House

The White House is the official residence of the President of the United States, except for George Washington. It was built in 1792, was burnt down in 1814 and was rebuilt in 1818. It offers guided tours to visitors and visitors take delight in exploring the hot cake here called State Dining Room. A popular attraction near the White House is the White House Visitor Center, where one gets to see many interactive exhibits about the White House and the presidential families.

Lincoln Memorial

Completed in 1922, the Lincoln Memorial is one of the most visited attractions in Washington, DC. It is centrally hallmarked by a daunting, 19-foot-high marble statue of a seated and thoughtful President Abraham Lincoln. This statue is surrounded by 36 columns to denote the total number of states that existed at the time of the president’s death. The Lincoln Memorial was the site where Martin Luther King, Jr. had delivered his famous ‘I have a dream...’ in 1963.

Best Time to Visit Washington, DC

Summer season, the months from June to August are the best to book your flights from Houston to Washington DC. It is the season when you can have a great time enjoying its famous sports event called Citi Open. Book your flights from HOU to WAS during summer season to enjoy other attractions like Smithsonian Folklife Festival and National Mall Fourth of July Celebration. It is advised to book Washington DC flights in advance to avoid paying more during peak season.