22 Walks in Washington, DC That You Must Not Miss

Offshoot of the bestselling 111 series of quirky city guides. Washington, DC is filled with uncommon places, amazing stories, and incredible history. The best way to find the real city and the secrets and surprises it holds is on foot, in these 22 fascinating walks.

If you really want to get to know Washington, DC, you have to go out and get walking. Beyond the bounty of the National Mall and well-known historic sites, DC is a vibrant city full of unusual places, stories, and experiences that both avid and casual urban explorers will want to seek out.

DC insiders and adventurers Paige Muller and Andrea Seiger take you on 22 self-guided walks that blend the city’s rich history and vibrant culture, with some dishy tidbits thrown in for good measure. You’ll discover lesser-known facts behind popular icons and uncover wonderful spots, often hiding in plain sight.

There is a secret royal connection that lurks in an upper Northwest neighborhood, and a historic building that stands in for the White House in multiple Hollywood movies. See if you can spot the hidden graffiti on a well-known memorial. Discover what inspired Kate Winslet’s famous pose on the Titanic’s bow. And find out all about the Civil War officer whose missing leg is allegedly entombed in a wall.

Paige Muller is a global citizen who has lived in South America, Japan, and England, and she now calls Washington, DC home. She is the owner of Curious Caravan, a boutique company specializing in off-the-beaten-path adventures throughout the District. She can usually be found in the front row of a local concert, checking out an experimental art show, or taking a walkabout to discover murals and new nooks and crannies around town. curious-caravan.com. Andrea Seiger is a local explorer, road tripper to anywhere, and a world traveler. She seeks out the unusual places, local businesses, and markets everywhere she finds herself. Talking to strangers is her superpower and has always led her to more stories and adventures. She is a DC tour guide and owner of Urban Safari, specializing in off the beaten path tours in DC, including ＂See the World Through My Eyes＂ tours in Latin America. She is also the author of 111 Places in Washington, DC That You Must Not Miss.