A walkable city with miles of historical fun
Book flights from Windsor to Washington, DC to explore stately parks, impressive monuments, unique museums and history-filled galleries.
When you’re shopping for things to do in Washington, the National Mall is the place to start. Within its boundaries from Capitol Hill to the Potomac River, you’ll find rich US history and a wealth of Washington attractions including the Washington Monument and many of the Smithsonian Institute’s museums and galleries.
Spot the Jefferson Memorial watching over the White House while the marble figure of the nearby Lincoln Memorial pontificates at the head of the Reflecting Pool.
For family fun visit the National Zoological Park where animal lovers of all ages can spot some furry friends. The park is a part of the Smithsonian Institute, which truly earns its place among the best Washington attractions, encompassing 19 museums, galleries, and research facilities including the National Zoological Park , the Air and Space Museum, and the National Museum of Natural History.
Beyond the stately attractions of the nation’s front yard, you’ll find a city brimming with arts and culture. Strut on over to Blues Alley in the neighbourhood of Georgetown to see for yourself. Opened in the mid-1960s, this jazz and supper club’s stage has seen generations of musical greats including Ella Fitzgerald and Dizzy Gillespie.
During your visit to this capital city be sure to stop by the United States Capitol Building and the beautiful National Garden. Beyond this popular attraction discover the noteworthy neighbourhood of Capitol Hill, filled with brunch spots, rooftop hangouts, bookstores, cafés and the historic Eastern Market.
Book flights from Windsor to Washington, DC and brush up on your US history while exploring a city packed with arts and culture.
Dupont Circle
Fine art and great eats
A few miles from the tourist attractions of the National Mall you’ll find Dupont Circle, an essential Washington community since the 19th century. The famous traffic circle and fountain have been popular hangout spots for over a hundred years, and today you’ll still find locals reading and playing friendly games of chess.
Book flight from Windsor to Washington to see how the area has expanded with noteworthy features now stretching outside of the eponymous circle.
Dupont Circle is a central hub of activity with a balance of the laid back and the lively. Perfect for tourists in search of more contemporary Washington attractions, Dupont Circle hits the bullseye when it comes to food and fashion trends. Photo worthy architecture decorates the streets in the form of hip restaurants, board game bars, sidewalk patios, and funky boutiques.
Grab a bite and browse the shelves at Kramerbooks and Afterwords Cafe. Since 1976, this unique spot has been Washington’s only combined restaurant, cafe, and independent bookshop, boasting locally sourced ingredients, delectable desserts, speciality drinks, and author events.
Like most of Washington, Dupont Circle also has its famous historical points of interest. Woodrow Wilson House lets visitors peek into the daily life of the former president.
The Phillips Collection, the first museum of modern art in the US, houses over 4000 works of art to peruse. Masterpieces by Georgia O’Keeffe, Renoir, and van Gogh make it a must see. The Phillips Collection dazzles with constantly changing special exhibitions and reworked permanent displays. You’ll never see the Phillips Collection the same way twice.
With its own metro stop, getting to Dupont Circle is simple. Book a flight from Windsor to Washington and then jump on the subway to find out what this vital Washington neighbourhood has in store for shopaholics, foodies, and art lovers.
U Street Corridor
Letting you in on the nightlife action
What’s that sound? It’s probably the rhythm or horn section of Washington’s rich musical history. If you want to be a part of the musical action you should head to U Street Corridor.
During the Jazz Age, U Street was brimming with talent. Its impressive history includes links to Langston Hughes, Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, and Nat King Cole. It’s no surprise that this neighbourhood is central to Washington’s nightlife.
This vibrant neighbourhood is also home to weekend farmers’ markets, consignment shops, coffee shops, fine dining, rooftop bars, boutiques, and record stores. With all its sweet sounds U Street Corridor is sure to give your ears a treat, but it will also satisfy your rumbling stomach with a varied selection of multi-ethnic restaurants.
Most of the area’s bars and restaurants are concentrated around U and 14th Streets. Here you can sip some of the city’s best and most creative cocktails while listening to bossa nova tunes. Hang out in modern “speakeasies,” dance to live bands in intimate music venues, or enjoy some drinks in a rustic multi-storey tavern.
The Lincoln Theater has been an important Washington cultural institution since 1922. Regular performers included Billie Holiday and Duke Ellington. This landmark also hosted President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s birthday celebrations.
Today, the theatre is just as lively with comedy shows and concerts by top-selling international artists. A little less mainstream is The Black Cat. This intimate venue opened in 1993 and has since been a haven for independent and underground music scenes.
U Street Corridor puts on a good show with thought-provoking theatre and cinema, uproariously funny comedy shows, and cool cabarets. Book flights from Windsor to Washington and get ready to move to the rhythms of U Street.
Getting to Windsor International Airport (YQG)
Porter’s check-in desk is located in the departures area.
Windsor International Airport (YQG) is about 10 km / 6 mi from downtown Windsor.
Transportation
Please allow sufficient time to drop off your car rental before your departing flight.
Taxis from downtown cost about $25 CAD. Car service costs about $35 CAD.
Take the Transit Windsor 8 Walkerville bus to the airport stop. The fare is $3.00 CAD.
The information and figures above are for reference only, and may not be current. Please visit each airport's website for up-to-date details.
Landing in Dulles
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is about 44 km / 28 mi from downtown Washington, DC.
Washington Dulles International Airport Transportation to Downtown
Uber and Lyft are available at Washington Dulles International Airport. Exit on the arrivals level where all ride-sharing vehicles meet travellers.
Car rental car services are available at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Take the shuttle bus from doors 2, 4, or 6 of the baggage claim area of the main terminal to get to the rental lot area.
Taxis to downtown cost about $55 USD. Car service costs about $80 USD.
The Silver Line Express shuttle bus provides service from the airport to Wiehle Avenue Metrorail Station, on the Metro Silver Line. The fare is $5 USD.
The information and figures above are for reference only, and may not be current. Please visit each airport's website for up-to-date details.
Flights may be operated by Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd or Porter Airlines Inc.
