Introduction
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
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When to visit Washington

Washington in October
Estimated hotel price
$94
1 night at 3-star hotel
Washington in October
Estimated hotel price
$94
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 52 km from Washington. Raleigh-Durham Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, Breeze Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Washington departs from Fort Myers and takes around 4h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Washington is to pick up a car rental from Raleigh, which is about 145 km from Washington. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, 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 52 km from Washington. Raleigh-Durham Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, Breeze Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Washington departs from Fort Myers and takes around 4h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Washington is to pick up a car rental from Raleigh, which is about 145 km from Washington. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in Raleigh.

Airports near Washington

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

Airlines serving Washington

Lufthansa
Good (8,219 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,580 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,218 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,075 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,469 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,568 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,248 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,661 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (959 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,208 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,984 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,197 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,630 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,533 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,429 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,486 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,602 reviews)
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Where to stay in Washington

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Red Roof Inn Washington, NC and Econo Lodge Washington Nc 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 (8.6, 333 reviews)
$126+
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Hampton Inn Washington
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 314 reviews)
$122+
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Quality Inn Washington Nc
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 262 reviews)
$81+
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Econo Lodge Washington Nc North
2 stars
Good (7.7, 178 reviews)
$68+
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Twin Lakes RV & Camping Resort
0 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$129+
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Red Roof Inn Washington, NC
2 stars
Okay (5.5, 414 reviews)
$66+
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Renting a car in Washington

Renting a car in Washington costs $63 per day, on average, or $126 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 18% cheaper than airport locations in Washington.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86.

Renting a car in Washington costs $63 per day, on average, or $126 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 18% cheaper than airport locations in Washington.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86.

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