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

Washington travel guide

Washington Tourism | Washington Guide

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 February
Estimated hotel price
$87
1 night at 3-star hotel
Washington in February
Estimated hotel price
$87
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, Southwest and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Washington departs from New York and takes around 4h 09m.

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 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 52 km from Washington. Raleigh-Durham Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, Southwest and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Washington departs from New York and takes around 4h 09m.

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 Dollar and Turo, among others, in Raleigh.

Airports near Washington

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

Airlines serving Washington

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,692 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,657 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,025 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,150 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,840 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,076 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,139 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,701 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,462 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,603 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (889 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,360 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,635 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,124 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,168 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,346 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,429 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,661 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 (9, 313 reviews)
$124+
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Hampton Inn Washington
3 stars
Good (7.9, 303 reviews)
$113+
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Quality Inn Washington Nc
2 stars
Good (7.9, 236 reviews)
$59+
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Twin Lakes RV & Camping Resort
0 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$127+
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Cypress Inn & Suites Washington By OYO
2 stars
Okay (5.5, 88 reviews)
$46+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Washington
2 stars
Okay (4.1, 426 reviews)
$53+
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Renting a car in Washington

Renting a car in Washington costs $45 per day, on average, or $90 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 12% cheaper than airport locations in Washington.

Expect to pay $3.18 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 $38.16 and $50.88.

Renting a car in Washington costs $45 per day, on average, or $90 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 12% cheaper than airport locations in Washington.

Expect to pay $3.18 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 $38.16 and $50.88.

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