Written by local experts and critics, Fodor's CITYGUIDE is the ultimate resident's guide to the city. For newcomers and suburbanites, it's a shortcut to knowing the city like a native. And, for urban know-it-alls, it's the perfect desktop reference and may even point out a few secrets you haven't uncovered yet! Everyone will appreciate the comprehensive coverage, dead-on reviews, and the atlas of full-color maps.Hundreds of restaurants Our dining gurus share their secrets: landmarks, trendsetters, political haunts, and cozy neighborhood finds in all price categories.Shops galore Let our personal shopper show you the best and the latest in every category all over town. If it's sold in the city, you can read about it here.Before and after dark Whether you're in the mood for smooth jazz, a night at the opera, or just a martini, we'll tell you where to unwind. All the places and pleasures From favorite sights to offbeat attractions, museums to day spas, CITYGUIDE WASHINGTON, DC is loaded with bright ideas. Basics and beyond Transportation and caterers, banks and ballroom dance, language schools and the cable guy–they're all inside. Color maps of every neighborhood They're spectacular and easy to read–and every shop, restaurant, and sight is keyed to the maps. Plus, you'll find maps of the Mall, Kennedy Center, the Metro, and more. Read Less