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What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Washington travel guide

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You're Going to Love Washington

With a population of 9,744, Washington is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Washington deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Activities & attractions in Washington

90-Minute Pottery For Fun Session
Art & Performing Arts•Other

When to visit Washington

Washington in December
Estimated hotel price
$84
1 night at 3-star hotel
Washington in December
Estimated hotel price
$84
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Washington

Plane

Although Washington doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to New Bern Coastal Carolina Rgnl (EWN), which is located 32 miles from Washington. Raleigh-Durham Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Aeromexico, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Washington departs from New York and takes around 4h 01m.

Car

Another option to get to Washington is to pick up a car rental from Raleigh, which is about 90 miles from Washington. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Turo, among others, in Raleigh.

Plane

Although Washington doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to New Bern Coastal Carolina Rgnl (EWN), which is located 32 miles from Washington. Raleigh-Durham Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Aeromexico, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Washington departs from New York and takes around 4h 01m.

Car

Another option to get to Washington is to pick up a car rental from Raleigh, which is about 90 miles from Washington. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Turo, among others, in Raleigh.

Airports near Washington

RDURaleigh-Durham
OAJJacksonville Albert J Ellis
EWNNew Bern Coastal Carolina Rgnl

Airlines serving Washington

Lufthansa
Good (7,207 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,366 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,091 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,982 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,654 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,894 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,819 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,861 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,472 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (809 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,286 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,594 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,679 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,416 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,092 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (352 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,351 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,306 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,224 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,912 reviews)
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Where to stay in Washington

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn Washington and Econo Lodge North.

Where to stay in popular areas of Washington

Most booked hotels in Washington

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Washington
2 stars
Excellent (9, 296 reviews)
$126+
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Hampton Inn Washington
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 283 reviews)
$128+
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Quality Inn Washington Nc
2 stars
Good (7.7, 201 reviews)
$82+
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Econo Lodge North
2 stars
Good (7.3, 148 reviews)
$70+
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Twin Lakes RV & Camping Resort
0 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$127+
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Red Roof Inn Washington, NC
2 stars
Okay (5.4, 405 reviews)
$85+
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Renting a car in Washington

Renting a car in Washington costs $49 per day, on average, or $99 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 59% cheaper than airport locations in Washington.

Expect to pay $3.56 per gallon in Washington (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.70 and $56.93.

Renting a car in Washington costs $49 per day, on average, or $99 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 59% cheaper than airport locations in Washington.

Expect to pay $3.56 per gallon in Washington (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.70 and $56.93.

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