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In a few years, the public golf scene in Washington, D.C., is likely to get a serious facelift. The National Links Trust, a nonprofit dedicated to protecting municipal golf, has signed a 50-year lease to operate three historic courses that have suffered from poor conditioning in recent years—East Potomac, Rock Creek and Langston. The long-term plan includes the renovation or rebuilding of each course as well as capital projects to help improve infrastructure and aesthetics.

Until then, however, D.C. golfers must travel outside the city to find the best public options in the area. Higher-end daily-fee options are available in Maryland and northern Virginia if you’re willing to drive half an hour outside the city.

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Included in this collection of the best courses you can play in the Washington, D.C., area is a college course with great value, a layout with replicas of famous holes and a historic muny with terrific views of the National Mall. We considered courses that are within a 45-minute drive from the city.  

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Washington, DC, known as the District of Columbia, is a popular golf destination for traveling golfers with more than 46 golf courses and 1 resort courses. Washington, DC offers golf packages for buddies trips, couples getaways and golfers looking to play top notch golf courses in DC.

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Nestled in the tranquility of Virginia's historic Shenandoah Valley, and surrounded by breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, our spectacular championship-caliber course will challenge not only the most discriminating golfer but, with five sets of tee boxes ranging from 4,994 to 7301 yards, promises a pleasurable experience for all levels of play.

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456 Shadows Drive Front Royal, VA 22630

Holes: 18 Type: Public Architect: Tom Clark - Ault, Clark & Associates

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1757 Golf Club Dulles, VA 20166

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Army Navy Country Club

3315 Old Lee Hwy Fairfax, VA 22030

Holes: 18 Type: Private

Belle Haven Country Club

6023 Fort Hunt Rd Alexandria, VA 22307

Holes: 18 Type: Private Architect: Leonard Macomber

Blue Mash Golf Club

5821 Olney-Laytonsville Rd Laytonsville, MD 20882

Type: Public

Brambleton Regional Park Golf Course

42180 Ryan Rd Ashburn, VA 20148

Type: Public Architect: Hank Gordon

Bull Run Golf Club

3520 James Madison Hwy Haymarket, VA 20169

Holes: 18 Type: Public Architect: Rick Jacobson

Burke Lake Golf Center

7315 Ox Rd Fairfax Station, VA 22039

Holes: 18 Type: Public Architect: Leon Howard & Dave Bennett

Chantilly National Golf & Country Club

14901 Braddock Rd Centreville, VA 20120

Holes: 18 Type: Private Architect: Ed Ault & Al Jamison

Congressional Country Club

8500 River Rd Bethesda, MD 20817

Type: Private Architect: Devereux Emmet

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12320 Pleasant Prospect Mitchellville, MD 20721

Holes: 18 Type: Private Architect: Arnold Palmer

Creighton Farms

22050 Creighton Farms Drive Aldie, VA 20105

Holes: 18 Type: Semi-Private

East Potomac Public Golf Course - Red

970 Ohio Dr SW Washington, DC 20024

Type: Public Architect: Robert White

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Enterprise Golf Course

2802 Enterprise Rd Mitchellville, MD 20721

Evergreen Country Club

15900 Berkeley Dr Haymarket, VA 20169

Type: Private Architect: Buddy Loving & Algie Pulley

Fairway Hills Golf Club

5100 Columbia Rd Columbia, MD 21044

Type: Private Architect: Ron Prichard

Falls Road Golf Course

10800 Falls Rd Potomac, MD 20854

Holes: 18 Type: Public Architect: Ault, Clark & Associates

Four Streams Golf Club

19501 Darnestown Beallsville, MD 20839

Holes: 18 Type: Private Architect: Steve Smyers & Nick Price

Ft. McNair Golf Course

262 3rd Ave SW Sports Center Fort McNair, DC 20319

Type: Military

Generals Ridge Golf Course - Closed

9701 Manassas Dr Manassas Park, VA 20111

Type: Public Architect: Jerry Slack

Glenn Dale Country Club

11501 Old Prospect Hill Rd Glenn Dale, MD 20769

Type: Semi-Private Architect: George Cobb

Kenwood Golf & Country Club

5601 River Rd Bethesda, MD 20816

Lake Presidential Golf Club

3151 Presidential Golf Drive Upper Marlboro, MD 20774

Lakewood Country Club

13901 Glen Mill Rd Rockville, MD 20850

Holes: 18 Type: Private Architect: Rees Jones

Langston Legacy Golf Course & Driving Range

2600 Benning Rd NE Washington, DC 20002

44050 Woodridge Pkwy Leesburg, VA 20176

Type: Resort Architect: Robert Trent Jones, Jr.

Laytonsville Golf Club

7130 Dorsey Rd Laytonsville, MD 20882

Montgomery Country Club

6550 Laytonsville Rd Laytonsville, MD 20882

Type: Private Architect: Ed Ault

Needwood Golf Course

6724 Needwood Rd Derwood, MD 20855

Type: Public Architect: Lindsay Ervin

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Northwest Park Golf Course

15701 Layhill Rd Wheaton, MD 20906

Type: Public Architect: Ed Ault

Oak Marr Golf Complex

3200 Germantown Rd Oakton, VA 22124

Penderbrook Golf Club

3700 Golf Trl Ln Fairfax, VA 22033

Type: Semi-Private Architect: Ault, Clark & Associates

310 Links Ln Queenstown, MD 21658

41601 Raspbery Dr Leesburg, VA 20176

Type: Semi-Private Architect: Gary Player

Renditions Golf Course

1380 W Central Ave Davidsonville, MD 21035

Reston National Golf Course

11875 Sunrise Valley Dr Reston, VA 20191

Holes: 18 Type: Public Architect: Ed Ault

Rock Creek Park Golf Course

16 St & Rittenhouse Rd NW Washington, DC 20011

Springfield Golf & Country Club

8301 Old Keene Mill Rd Springfield, VA 22152

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15601 Turtle Point Dr Gainesville, VA 20155

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10000 Oaklyn Dr Potomac, MD 20854

Holes: 18 Type: Private Architect: Ault, Clark & Associates

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Stadium Dr College Park, MD 20740

Holes: 18 Type: Semi-Private Architect: George Cobb

13940 Balmoral Greens Ave Clifton, VA 20124

Holes: 18 Type: Public Architect: Fred Couples & Gene Bates

Westwood Country Club

800 Maple Ave E Vienna, VA 22180

Holes: 18 Type: Private Architect: Ed Ault

4804 Whiskey Court Ijamsville, MD 21754

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Golf and politics go hand in hand in the Beltway. Sixteen U.S. Presidents have played golf regularly while in the Oval Office, and hundreds of lobbyists, lawyers, senators and representatives tee it up on the region’s elite private clubs – including Congressional Country Club and Burning Tree Country Club, both in Bethesda, Maryland. Congressional’s Blue Course has hosted three U.S. Opens and a PGA Championship. Due to it’s breadth of great courses, DC area golf courses can help you take your mind off politics and allow you to enjoy a great round of golf.

For those who want play the best courses and stay close to town, the University of Maryland Golf Course is the best 18-hole public course inside the Beltway in Maryland or Virginia. Otherwise, DC area golf courses has an affordable public muni facility, the 27-hole East Potomac Golf Course , which dates back to 1920 and is close to Reagan Airport. If you’re chasing down places to play in the nearby suburbs, plan on spending a little extra time on the road; D.C.’s traffic snarls are legendary. Closer to the Beltway are stellar tracks such as the Westfields Golf Club , Lake Presidential Golf Club  (pictured above), Raspberry Falls Golf & Hunt Club , and Renditions Golf Course . Plus you have perhaps the best of the bunch, the Stonewall Golf Club , which skirts Lake Manassas, replicating the feel of neighboring Robert Trent Jones Golf Club , a private club that has hosted several Presidents Cups. Holes 6-8 give Renditions its three-hole version of Amen Corner — a par-4, par-3, par-5 sequence similar to holes 11-13 at Augusta National Golf Club, site of The Masters.

One of the most impressive golf complexes in the area is a military facility; Andrews Air Force Base features 54 holes of golf within a convenient drive of the district, and is usually open to civilian play.

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For those who want to escape the whole scene, the 36-hole Golf Club of Lansdowne in Leesburg, Va., is the only resort course within an hour of downtown. The Lansdowne Golf Resort and Spa, owned by LaSalle Hotels and managed by Destination Hotels, sprawls across 476 acres along the banks of the Potomac River. This four-diamond resort cultivates an atmosphere that’s connected to nature, offering plenty of hiking and biking trails, fishing, tennis, golf and an aquatic center with four pools, a waterslide and a splash fountain. Golfers can play the only Greg Norman design in the Mid-Atlantic, a more resort-friendly Robert Trent Jones Jr. course or the nine-holes of the “Sharkbite.”

West of D.C. are a foursome of high-end public courses: the Whiskey Creek Golf Club , Bull Run Golf Club , Blue Ridge Shadows Golf Club and the Maryland National Golf Club . Whiskey Creek is a Nicklaus gem. Blue Shadows in Front Royal, Va., provides “four-star golf at two-star prices,” with a fun Tom Clark design and stay-and-plays at the adjacent Holiday Inn & Suites. Turning east you’ll find the water views of Swan Point Yacht & Country Club and Queenstown Harbor. You may not have the secret service clearing the course for you like the President, but you’ll still have a good time playing at a number of DC area golf courses.

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The nation’s capital has enacted some capital golf, from center city to the lush surrounding hinterlands.

Golf has long been popular in and around Washington, D.C., for locals and lawmakers alike. A hundred years ago, it was mostly private clubs and there are still plenty left, including several presidential playgrounds. (If you think Donald Trump played more golf than any other president, think again. Woodrow Wilson totaled over 1,200 rounds from 1913 to 1919. The sickly 28th president was advised by doctors to get more sunshine and exercise, so he walked nine holes virtually every day during the week and 18 on Saturday.)

Several fine public courses have since opened, most in the Virginia and Maryland suburbs. D.C. itself has only three golf courses, all public, and until they all get planned facelifts from the likes of Tom Doak and Gil Hanse, the best is historic Langston in northeast D.C., five miles from Reagan Airport.

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Langston opened in 1939 on an abandoned landfill to accommodate Black players unwelcome at other D.C. public venues. Over the years, heavyweight champion Joe Louis often visited, while Calvin Peete, Charlie Sifford, and Lee Elder competed on this challenging, hilly layout on the Black pro circuit in the 1960s.

After 18 morning holes at Langston, it’s definitely worth a side trip for lunch at Ben’s Chili Bowl, about three miles away, where a chili half-smoke is the specialty of the house. Ask Barack Obama, a regular, how tasty that cholesterol buster can be.

If indigestion doesn’t get you, cross the Potomac River via the 14th St. Bridge and take 395 to 95 South 22 miles to Laurel Hill Golf Club in Lorton, Va. Designer Bill Love created an impressive 18-hole course on land that formerly housed a prison. It’s long gone, but there’s still plenty of jail in nasty rough and woods.

Another 15 miles south in Dumfries, Va., is the Jack Nicklaus-designed Potomac Shores, with lush, treelined fairways, several double fairways into the same green, and tricky putting surfaces. From there, it’s 30 miles to the west, where three more public gems await.

Stonewall Golf Club in Gainesville, Va., is next door to the far more exclusive Robert Trent Jones Golf Club (the original Presidents Cup venue) and shares the Lake Manassas shoreline. You can see several RTJ holes from Stonewall, but better to concentrate on a challenging layout that tests every aspect of your game.

From there, it’s less than 10 miles to Haymarket, Va., and the Bull Run Golf Club in the shadow of Bull Run Mountain. If you play the front tees, there’s a drivable downhill 302-yard par four at No. 8, especially when fairways are rock hard from summer sun. But be prepared for payback at No. 9, a brutish par four with a pond that runs along the right side from tee to green.

Last stop, 24 miles north on Route 15, is Raspberry Falls Golf & Hunt Club, in Leesburg, Va., designed by Gary Player . It’s filled with gurgling streams, yawning bunkers, stone walls, and the rolling terrain of Virginia horse country, all backdropped by the Catoctin Mountains.

It’s worth a four-mile trip back into the town of Leesburg where a meal is a must at The King Street Oyster Bar. From there, it’s 18 miles to Dulles Airport. If your round trip started at Reagan, it’s about an hour from course to main concourse, where there’s a satellite branch of Ben’s Chili Bowl and perhaps another gut-busting half smoke before you leave town.

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East potomac golf links is located on the hains point island on the potomac river in washington, dc..

East Potomac Golf Links is located on the Hains Point Island on the Potomac River in Washington, DC. It's home to the nation's first Cherry Blossoms. East Potomac offers two 9-hole courses (par 27 par 36), one 18-hole (par 72), and three practice holes along with a heated, covered and lighted driving range, miniature golf, and The Potomac Grille. The playDCgolf Academy is located at East Potomac, believes that everybody can learn and enjoy the game. Our talented instructors' mission is to develop and serve life-long golfers of all ages and abilities.

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The most notable course in Washington, D.C. is the Congressional Country Club, home to multiple U.S. Open championships and a sanctuary to U.S. Presidents, Senators, Congressman, top government officials, wealth creators, oil barons and other members of Washington's elite. On our golf trip across Baltimore and Washington DC we also visited a fabulous Stay & Play golf resort, The Golf Club at Lansdowne, home to two 18-holes championship courses created by world-renowned course designers Robert Trent Jones and Greg Norman. 

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East course: original layout by A. W. Tillinghast (1926); modifications by Brian Silva (1991), and restoration by Keith Foster (2015). West course: opened in 1962; redesigned by Bob Cupp and Tom Kite (1990); renovation by Keith Foster (2012).

Blue course : Original design by Devereux Emmet (1924); later revisions by Tom Winton, Donald Ross & Alfred Tull. Substantially redesigned by Robert Trent Jones Sr (1957); renovation and further changes by Rees Jones (1989 & 2010). Gold course: original design by Devereux Emmet (1924); substantial redesign by uncle-nephew team of George & Tom Fazio (1976); renovated by Arthur Hills (2000).

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Marco Simone Golf & Country Club : With a clubhouse that might befit a Roman Emperor, and a golf course to match, you can be sure of a memorable outing at Rome's most talked about golf facility. Jim Fazio 's original layout was much changed to create a modern Ryder Cup course ... now one of the Eternal City's (and Italy's) most revered.

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Here at Prince’s Golf Club you'll find 27 excellent holes of links golf. Just over the fence and sharing similar terrain is Royal St George’s; but Prince’s is far from overshadowed by its venerable neighbour. The three nine-hole loops at Prince's, laid out over gently undulating terrain, are sure to bring a smile of satisfaction to all lovers of links golf. Stay&Play at Prince's : excellent onsite Lodge accommodation available

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The Ultimate 4 to 5 Days in Washington, DC Itinerary

Last Updated on January 29, 2024

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Planning out a Washington DC itinerary can be a challenge when you consider all there is to see and do in the US capital. History aficionados will fall in love with Washington DC. There are few other places in the world that house so many museums and monuments from a single country’s history.

During your 4 or 5 days in Washington DC, you’ll have access to the Smithsonian’s iconic network of museums, historical monuments, and slices of history that you won’t easily find anywhere else.

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How Many Days in Washington, DC?

If you’re wondering how many days to spend in Washington DC, it can vary dramatically based on what you want to see. It’s a city that is loaded with activities that could keep you busy for several days.

You should plan to spend a minimum of 3 days in Washington DC. This will grant you ample time to catch the highlights at a leisurely pace. Even then, you’ll still have to prioritize what you see during your visit to the nation’s capital.

With 4 days in Washington DC, you have a little more time to see the museums and historical landmarks.

5 days in DC allows you to take a day trip to a nearby site like Arlington Cemetery, Mount Vernon, or somewhere even further. You can easily hop on the metro for a quick day trip out of the city itself.

You also could easily use this time to explore some of the other neighborhoods around DC, such as Dupont Circle or Georgetown.

Getting To & Around Washington, DC 

If you’re coming from far away, you’ll likely arrive in Washington DC by plane. There are three major airports: Dulles, Ronald Reagan, and Baltimore-Washington.

Visitors can use the metro to reach inner-city Washington DC from these airports. Alternatively, rideshare services and taxis are easily available and you can also book a transfer ahead of time.

DC is also well-connected via rail to a number of other cities on the East Coast, including New York, Boston , Philadelphia and even Providence. You can view train schedules here.

When getting around the city, take the metro. It’s clean, reliable, and reaches all the city’s main landmarks. That said, you should walk around the National Mall and Tidal Basin. You can easily reach most major monuments and museums just by walking around the National Mall.

The Tidal Basin offers its visitors a pleasant walk any time of day while getting to see iconic memorials and monuments. 

4 to 5-Day Washington DC Itinerary

For the days with two museums, we recommend visiting one in the morning and one in the afternoon after taking a lunch break. You can mix and match depending on your interest, but consider the highlights listed below to be the most highly recommended stops for your DC itinerary. 

Day 1 – White House, Tidal Basin, Memorials & More!

While the sites on the first day of this itinerary can be visited independently it is also possible to take several guided tours such as this bus tour , this bike tour or this evening tour if you want to see the monuments at night.

Washington Memorial and White House

We’ve added the White House and Washington Memorial to the top of your itinerary because they are can’t-miss sites in Washington DC. These two marble structures are iconic.

The Washington Monument stands at just over 555 ft tall. There is an observation deck at the top that grants visitors excellent views of the National Mall.

You can also book a tour of a portion of the White House to see some of the building’s most famous rooms. 

Lincoln Memorial

The Lincoln Memorial is a favorite monument for many first-time visitors to Washington DC. It’s the site of Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech. Where he stood at the top of the monument’s stairs is marked by an engraving.

The reflecting pools before the monument make for an iconic Washington DC photo op. Make sure to check out the Lincoln Memorial at night too. The monument lit up is a stunning sight to see. 

Walk the Tidal Basin

Walking the Tidal Basin is an absolute must no matter what time of year you’re visiting, but the spring and fall are the most stunning.

Every spring the cherry blossom trees bloom casting the basin into a beautiful pink floral park. Here you’ll find the Jefferson Memorial, Franklin D. Roosevelt Memorial, and MLK Jr. Memorial.

You can rent paddle boats to explore the basin from the water. It’s a highlight of your Washington DC itinerary. 

Vietnam Veterans and Korean War Veterans Memorials

Continuing your walk of the National Mall, visit the Vietnam and Korean War Veterans Memorials. The Vietnam Veterans Memorial, also known as “the Wall”, is a long black granite wall with the names of 58,000 Americans who died in the Vietnam War. It’s a solemn and thought-provoking memorial.

Next, the Korean War Veterans Memorial pays homage to the over 1.5 million of soldiers who served. These 19 stainless steel statues march in a triangle formation toward an American flag. 

World War II Memorial

The World War II Memorial is a stunning white memorial dedicated to the 16 million Americans who served in World War II. It’s a circle of 56 columns that represent all U.S. states and territories around the Rainbow Pool.

Here is another memorial you want to make sure you visit after dark. At night, lights shine on the columns and from the pool making it an eye-catching site. 

Day 2  – Museum of Natural History, National Archives Museum & the US Capitol

Smithsonian national museum of natural history.

Perhaps one of the most iconic museums in the United States is the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. It’s an absolute must for all visitors to Washington DC.

The museum, part of the Smithsonian museum network, is an especially great stop for a Washington DC itinerary that includes children and they are free to enter.

There are over 147 million items on display that range from marine life to geology to ancient Egypt. You can spend anywhere from two hours to about half a day exploring this museum and there is no doubt that it is one of the best things to do in Washington DC. It is also possible to take a guided tour if you want to learn more from a guide.

If you’re more interested in American History, then consider visiting the adjacent Smithsonian National Museum of American History during this time instead. Here you can find exhibits that are important to the history of the USA and it’s a wonderful place to visit.

National Archives Museum

Where can you find the true Declaration of Independence, the American Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and the surviving copies of the Magna Carta all in one place? The National Archives Museum.

Make sure you reserve a timed slot in advance to avoid waiting in the long line at the entrance. Here is the only place where visitors can view the country’s founding documents. 

U.S. Capitol & the Library of Congress

The U.S. Capitol building is one of the most impressive working government buildings in Washington DC. With its towering white marble dome, it stands out in the National Mall. Inside, you can see where both houses of Congress reside.

Visitors can enter the capitol, but you must make a reservation in advance. You cannot visit the Capitol without a reserved tour – you can book a small group tour here.

Nearby you’ll find the Library of Congress. Here is where you’ll find hundreds of years’ worth of historical books and documents in a beautifully-designed building. 

Day 3 – Air and Space Museum & the Holocaust Memorial Museum

Smithsonian national air & space museum.

The Smithsonian’s Air & Space Museum is a treasure trove of the country’s most iconic advancements in air and space technology. Here you’ll find Amelia Earhart’s Lockheed Vega 5B, the Apollo 11 Command Module, the Wright Brothers’ 1903 Wright Flyer, and much more.

There is also an IMAX theater, Einstein Planetarium, and flight simulators to enjoy. You can easily spend several hours wandering the massive hanger filled with excellently-preserved planes. You can organise a guided tour here.

United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

Visiting the Holocaust Memorial Museum is a sobering experience. The stories of Holocaust survivors are told through film footage, photography, artefacts, and more. It tracks the rise of Hitler through propaganda and World War II.

There are several special exhibits–most advise a minimum age warning due to the graphic nature of the material on display. Portions of the museum have walls raised so young children cannot see over them.

It’s an informative and impressive museum that is well worth adding to your itinerary if you have 3 days in DC. 

Day 4 – Museum of African American History, National Gallery & the JFK Center

Smithsonian national museum of african american history.

If you’re seeing Washington DC in 4 days, you should mix and match your museums to make sure you see the ones you’re most interested in. However, ensure you visit the National Museum of African American History.

This museum is a relative newcomer to the National Mall, opening in 2016. It contains over 40,000 artefacts that trace the experiences and lives of African Americans from the country’s earliest years to present day.

The museum is expertly curated and you could easily spend half a day wandering its halls. If you want to learn more about African American history, you can take a half-day tour that includes some time in this museum.

National Gallery of Art

Art fans should prioritize a visit to the National Gallery of Art. There are two wings: the East Building which is home to modern art and the West Building home to classic art pieces. The collection is huge.

You could easily spend a couple hours or an entire day wandering between these two buildings. Don’t leave without visiting the rooftop where you’ll get great panoramic views of the city. You can organise a guided tour here.

Those traveling with children or who simply don’t want to visit more museums, then consider using this time to visit the Smithsonian National Zoological Park – also known as the National Zoo. Easily reached on public transport, this zoo is free to enter and you can see incredible animal exhibits – including Giant Pandas!

John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

From dance performances to musicals, the shows at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is an excellent way to spend an evening.

You’ll want to look at the schedule and reserve your tickets in advance. However, if you don’t have time to see a performance, visiting the center is still worth it.

There is a rooftop garden and bars that boasts incredible views of the National Mall. There is an art gallery and sculpture garden to explore as well. It’s a great addition to any trip to Washington DC.

Day 5 – Arlington National Cemetery, Rock Creek Park or Mount Vernon

Arlington national cemetery.

Located just across the Potomac River in Arlington, Virginia is one of the nation’s most famous cemeteries.

Arlington National Cemetery is about one square mile and houses the graves of over 400,000 service members as well as former presidents. Highlights include John F. Kennedy’s grave and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

If time allows, you should watch the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. This memorial is dedicated to all those who have lost their lives, but their bodies were never found or identified.

You can opt for a tour of Arlington Cemetery if you want to learn more about the memorials and gravesites. Arlington isn’t far from DC itself, so it’s easy to add on to a 4-day itinerary or if you’re seeing Washington DC in 5 days. 

Rock Creek Park

If you’ve had enough of being in the city, head to Rock Creek Park. Here you’ll find over 32 miles of hiking trails, tennis courts, biking paths, and a golf course. It’s a great way to spend a day or afternoon after spending a few days seeing as much of Washington DC as possible.

Should you want to explore the park further, pay a visit to the Nature Center, the Peirce Mill, and the Old Stone House. 

Mount Vernon

A visit to Mount Vernon is a step back in history. It’s the former home of the nation’s first president, George Washington.

Here you’ll find an immaculately preserved home, the tombs of George and Martha Washington, and a memorial dedicated to the enslaved people who worked on the property. Over 96 million people have visited Mount Vernon since it opened to the public in 1860. 

There are several options for getting to Mount Vernon. It’s located about 15 miles from Washington DC. You can take a guided tour bus , public bus, or Metrorail. If you have a rental car, parking is also available at Mount Vernon, but the lot fills up very quickly.

If you want the more scenic route, consider taking a boat along the Potomac River. Note that you will not be allowed on the property without a ticket – you can pre-book tickets here.

Where to Stay in Washington, DC

Phoenix Park Hotel – This hotel is an excellent choice for mid-range visitors looking. They have many great rooms to choose from, a central location for exploring the city and breakfast available in the mornings.

Hotel Washington – Those looking for a high-end stay in the US capital will love this swanky hotel. Located within easy reach of the National Mall, they have numerous delightful rooms to choose from along with plenty of great amenities – including a spa/wellness center and an on-site restaurant/bar.

Highroad Hostel Washington, DC – Budget and solo travelers will love this highly-rated hostel located in the center of DC. Situated close to all of the top attractions of the city, they have both dorms and private rooms available along with good common spaces.

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Whether this is your first time seeing Washington DC or you’re a return visitor, this itinerary will help guide your exploration of the US capital.

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Featured Golf Travel Destinations For Washington DC Golfers

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International Golf Destinations

The Experience St Andrews

Through a longstanding contract with St. Andrews Links Trust, The Experience St Andrews guarantees tee-off times on the Old Course, allowing golfers to make bookings months in advance with the security of consecutive start times. Itineraries may be customized to meet the exact requirements of your group depending on the number of nights and rounds required.

Ireland Golf Packages

Sullivan Golf & Travel provides the ultimate in golf travel experiences for large and small groups. Since 2004, we have been strongly committed to offering you, our customer, with the highest level of service, a quality product to suit your needs and most importantly the warmest of welcomes.The Experience St Andrews provides luxury golf trips that guarantee your round on the Old Course! Our luxury golf golf packaes can be customized to make your experience of the Old Course the way you've dreamt it. They guarantee your round on the Old Course, which means you don't need to take your chances in the daily ballot. And all our trips can be extended to include other championship courses and resorts in Scotland, England and Ireland.

Golfbreaks by PGA TOUR

Stunning vistas and incredible coastlines are in abundance in the Dominican Republic creating the backdrop for some of the most dramatic golf courses in the Caribbean. White-sand bunkers border lush-green fairways and immaculate greens creating destinations which are as impressive to admire as they are to play! With year-round temperatures of 78°F to 88°F, the Dominican Republic is the perfect golfing getaway.

Mid-Atlantic Golf Destinations

Penn Ohio Golf Trail

The Penn Ohio Golf Trail has courses in the Erie, Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Akron, Canton, Youngstown, Warren, Sharon, Columbus areas. Whether you are looking to Golf PA or Golf Ohio on your next golf vacation package, The Penn Ohio Golf Trail features over 75 courses ranking from 4, 4 1/2 and 5 star located in Western Pa and Northeast Ohio that offers affordable Stay and Play packages.

Westfields Marriott Washington Dulles

Invigorate your golf game with a relaxing stay at the Westfields Marriott Washington Dulles. Our newly renovated, award-winning hotel offers a tranquil location set on 26 beautiful acres in Chantilly, Virginia, with easy access to Washington Dulles Airport and within minutes multiple Northern Virginia golf courses. Take advantage of onsite amenities such as 24/7 gym, Wellington's Gastropub, indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, hiking trail, tennis and pickle ball courts or visit the Nation's Capital, Washington DC.

Nemacolin Woodlands Resort

This summer, take your family to a resort that has it all: championship golf, fine and casual dining, amazing rooms, spas and activities. Oh, right.. the kids: and zip-lining, hiking, swimming, wildlife, off-roading and more. The ultimate family vacation is just a short drive away.

Midwest Golf Destinations

Giants Ridge

Giants Ridge has long been considered one of Minnesota's best resort golf vacation destinations. Year after year, national golf publications have ranked The Legend and The Quarry near or at the top of the best golf courses in the world. Few other golf facilities in the nation can claim more than one course in Golf Digest's "Top 100" list.

With 10 championship golf courses spanning 3 resorts - including three that are consistently named by Golf Digest among Michigan's top 10 courses you can play - BOYNE Golf provides the ultimate world-class golf destination. Centered in Michigan's northern lower peninsula, our 153 holes are the products of some of the game's masters including Robert Trent Jones Sr. and Arthur Hills, along with a single course replicated from some of the finest holes ever designed by Donald Ross. So whether you're planning a simple weekend getaway, or laying the groundwork for a once-in-a-lifetime golf odyssey, our collection of courses and resorts offer one of the most memorable experiences available anywhere. Call 855-839-2272 for golf packages and tee times.

Spirit Hollow

The Spirit Hollow Fly, Play, Stay & Explore Package includes round-trip airfare from Chicago or St. Louis on Southern Airlines, three days of unlimited golf and two nights in the Lodge. You'll also have access to good food & beverages and our Toptracer Range to play til the lights are turned off. Starting at $479 per person.

New England Golf Destinations

The Mountain Course at Spruce Peak

The rugged design of the acclaimed Mountain Course at Spruce Peak reaches an elevation of more than 1,800 feet and features rock outcroppings, wildlife at every glance, and sweeping views of both Spruce Peak and Mt. Mansfield. Enjoy world-class hospitality as you play up, over, and around the Green Mountains.

Turning Stone® Resort Casino

In the foothills of Adirondacks and a short drive from Syracuse and the Finger Lakes, Turning Stone is the most awarded resort destination in upstate New York. Its five spectacular golf courses, including three championship layouts created by designers Tom Fazio, Robert Trent Jones Jr., and Rick Smith, consistently rank among the most honored in the Northeast. And there's so much more than golf. Choose from five distinctive hotels, two spas, 20+ restaurants, multiple entertainment venues, a high-energy dance club, and 125,000 square feet of Vegas-style gaming and sports betting. It's an unforgettable golf getaway.

Pacific Coast Golf Destinations

Sunriver Resort

Nestled among carefully preserved wetlands, evergreen forests and rolling meadows, you'll find Sunriver's four award-winning championship golf courses as well as an 18-hole putting course. The Resort offers two public courses, Meadows and Woodlands, and two semi-private courses, Crosswater and the Links at Caldera. Gray's Trail, the newest addition, is an 18-hole putting course that provides fun and challenge for every level. In addition to world-class golf, Sunriver Resort is an oasis for year-round recreation and relaxation. Splash in The Cove aquatic center. Flyfish for that big one on the Deschutes. Stay in one of our luxurious homes or suites. Rejuvenate at Sage Springs Club & Spa. At Sunriver Resort, there is something for everyone.

Furnace Creek Golf Course

Rated one of "America's 50 Toughest Courses" by Golf Digest, The Furnace Creek Golf Course at Death Valley offers golfers the chance to test their mettle against the low elevation, low barometric pressure, and perhaps even a coyote or two, that will make a golf ball dance in mysterious ways.

Gamble Sands

The centerpiece of Brewster, Washington, the Sands and QuickSands Course at Gamble Sands are located on 115 acres of fine fescue grasses, designed by renowned golf course architect David McLay Kidd. Here, golfers enjoy the feeling of pure golf with panoramic vistas, and the beautiful Cascade Mountains and Columbia River meandering through the distance on every hole. No planes buzz overhead, no traffic rattles in the background. It's you, your playing partners and golf - the way it was meant to be played.

The Ledges of St George

Come and enjoy a memorable golf getaway in the stunning desert landscapes of St. George, Utah and Mesquite, Nevada! Our custom golf packages offer the ultimate combination of luxurious St. George vacation rentals, world-class golf courses, and breathtaking scenery. Play premier golf courses such as The Ledges Golf Club, Sand Hollow, Copper Rock, and Black Desert Resort. Each of these golf courses offers its own unique challenges and stunning views, making for an unforgettable golf experience.

Eagle Point Golf Club

When you're ready for a challenge in the majestic Southern Oregon outdoors, simply pick up your clubs and hit the course. Our award-winning Robert Trent Jones, Jr. golf course will remind you that the game is as much about the natural landscape as it is about that birdie or crushing drive

South Golf Destinations

Streamsong Resort

4 world-renowned golf course architects. 3 internationally acclaimed links-style courses. A golf experience distinguished as once-in-a-lifetime. Streamsong Blue, Streamsong Red, and Streamsong Black celebrate the legacy of traditional Scottish links. Undulating fairways navigating through wild grasses and deep-water ponds, huge bunkers rolling from towering sand dunes and deep greenside pot bunkers define the unexpected experience of playing golf at Streamsong.

Santee Cooper Golf Resort

No other place gives you more than Santee Cooper Golf Resort! The Santee area has a wide variety of golf courses, 14 in all, and hotels to fit your style and budget. Known as the "Value Destination of the East Coast", Santee offers great golf for less green. Situated along Interstate 95, Santee is also probably the easiest to find golf destination. If you are looking for a golf trip that is less hectic, Santee Cooper Golf Resort is your answer. You will find Santee to be less-crowded and better priced than the other well-known golf stops. At Santee Cooper Golf Resort you get the best golf vacation value on the East Coast, absolutely no hidden package fees with all-inclusive and custom packages available, good 'ol Southern hospitality at its best and convenient access off Interstate 95. More than 85% of the Santee Cooper Golf Resort business is repeat business, which speaks to the level of service and the quality of the Santee experience. Give Santee a try. You, your clubs and your wallet will all leave smiling!

Visit Mississippi

Grab your clubs and head to one of our scenic Mississippi golf courses. The Magnolia State is well known for its rich cultural history, blues music, and phenomenal seafood, but what you might not know is the rich land here is perfect for playing a round of golf. Whether you're planning a golf getaway with a few friends or just taking a break from a corporate event, there are many places to play a round of 18 holes. Visit Mississippi has all the information you need to plan your trip.

Mountains to Midlands

Mountains to Midlands (M2M for short) is a partnership of 4 regions across inland South Carolina. Driven by Golf, History and Southern Hospitality!

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

The Hilton Head Island-Bluffton area of South Carolina is home to more than 40 championship-caliber golf courses, world-class beaches and an unparalleled variety of vacation accommodations, amenities and activities. Conveniently accessible by car or by plane into the Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport, Hilton Head shines as one of the world's premier golf vacation destinations, without all the neon lights and high-rises.

Overmoon Vacation Rentals

On a golf trip, your pleas toward the heavens should be reserved for the course, not wasted on whether you'll end up in a suitable vacation rental. Overmoon is the modern, convenient way to keep your Florida golf group together in a professionally designed and operated vacation home that features top-shelf decor and furniture, room for all your foursomes, and the reliability and world-class service of a boutique hotel. That means premium mattresses and blackout shades, amenities like hot tubs, fire pits and outdoor grills to help you unwind after your rounds, and no-chore checkouts that allow you to just pick up and go.

Southeast Golf Destinations

Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen Area

With over 30 golf courses within a 15-mile radius, including the host courses for the 2024 U.S. Open and 2022 U.S. Women's Open Championships, it's no surprise that the Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen area also has the highest concentration of courses of any area on Golf Digest's 2017/2018 list of America's 100 Greatest Public Courses. Nestled in the rolling Sandhills of central North Carolina, the Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen area was the long-time home to the father of golf course architecture, Donald Ross, and is home to many of his masterpieces and some of golf's most memorable moments. So whether you're playing the legendary courses, enjoying the timeless southern charm or taking part in the region's storied traditions, there's no other place in the world quite like the Home of American Golf.

Omni Homestead Resort

Experience the southern hospitality and elegant charm that have made this resort a premier destination for 23 U.S. presidents. Located across more than 2,000 acres of scenic Virginia landscape, this resort provides timeless comforts and access to an array of exciting activities no matter the season. From the full-service spa featuring the same mineral waters that President Thomas Jefferson experienced in 1818, to the two-acre water park, you're sure to have an experience unlike any other.

Fairfield Glade Golf Resort

Golfweek Magazine Names Two Fairfield Glade Golf Courses to the Top Five 2020 Best Courses You Can Play in Tennessee! We'd Like to Put a Few Holes In Your Vacation Plans. Quite a few in fact. You see, Fairfield Glade Resort in Tennessee has 90 holes of Championship Golf alone, including Stonehenge, named among the top public courses in Tennessee by Golf Digest, GolfWeek and Golf Magazine. There are the many outstanding courses around nearby Crossville, widely known as the Golf Capital of Tennessee. In all, more than 180 holes of golf just waiting to be played atop the Cumberland Plateau. But your vacation doesn't have to be all golf. We offer 11 pristine lakes for boating and fishing, two marinas, miles of nature trails, indoor and outdoor pools, a state-of-the-art Racquet Center and on-site restaurants. This year, plan to spend your vacation at Fairfield Glade Resort. The South's holey land for golfers.

Omni Bedford Springs Resort

Omni Bedford Springs Resort is committed to providing a championship golf experience for our guests and members. Perfect your game on impeccably manicured greens while enjoying the serenity of the surrounding landscape at our Pennsylvania golf resort. Home to some of the top golf courses in Pennsylvania and one of the first golf courses in America, the Old Course is ranked #2 in Pennsylvania on the list of "The Best Courses You Can Play" by GolfWeek magazine, 2019. It has also been voted #1 course in Pennsylvania and #2 course in the country for the golfer's choice awards by Golf Advisor.

Omni Amelia Island Resort

Nestled on 1,350 acres at the tip of a barrier island off the Florida coast, this beautiful resort offers luxurious oceanfront accommodations with unparalleled views of the Atlantic Ocean, world-class resort pools, championship golf, and a full-service spa. Whether you prefer to stroll 3.5 miles of pristine beach, spend the day kayaking through Amelia Island's preserved marshlands or tee off on one of our award-winning golf courses, you'll never run out of adventure in this idyllic destination.

Sequoyah National Golf Club

Nestled among the oak, dogwood, and pine, this Robert Trent Jones II design offers golfers an idyllic 18-hole journey filled with spectacular views of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Sequoyah National Golf Club, owned by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians and rich with Native American culture, is less than an hour west of Asheville, North Carolina. Providing variety with 5 par 5's, 5 par 3's, and 5 sets of tee boxes, this 6,502-yard par 72 championship course, featuring gorgeous Bent grass greens and immaculately groomed Zeon Zoysia fairways, also has ultimate playing conditions year-round. Spanning from the clubhouse to the first tee is a full practice area including driving range, putting greens, and chipping areas. Club fitting by a certified PGA Golf Professional is available. The Pro-Shop offers a full range of men's, women's, and junior's golf apparel, clubs and much more. Also, visit our SN Gift Shop located only 4 miles away at Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort for more golf gear and demo the latest equipment on an indoor golf simulator!

TPC Network Vacations

Few destinations in the world can match the pair of TPC Sawgrass and the Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa when it comes to great golf and accommodations. Home of THE PLAYERS, you can play 36 truly challenging and memorable holes created by architect Pete Dye - THE PLAYERS Stadium Course and Dye's Valley Course.

Tennessee Golf Trail

The Tennessee Golf Trail has combined the good nature of Tennessee with the talent of outstanding course designers like Jack Nicklaus and Joe Lee to create the Tennessee Golf Trail. Our nine Trail courses offer exceptional golf experiences and the natural beauty found only at Tennessee State Parks. Whether you choose to play one of the six Traditional courses or select from the three Jack Nicklaus-designed Bear Trace courses, you will be surrounded by some of the most fantastic scenery in Tennessee.

World Golf Village

Our two championship courses offer unique and fun designs by the game's greats. The Slammer & Squire and King & Bear sit in the beautiful coastal region of North East Florida Between the Atlantic Ocean and St. John's River. Walkthrough golfs Hall of Fame, tune up your game at the PGA TOUR Golf Academy, and enjoy the ancient city with a Stay & Play at World Golf Village.

St. Johns Golf & Country Club

St. Johns Golf & Country Club is an extraordinary place located in St. Augustine in the heart of the St. Johns Community. Conveniently located on CR210, a short distance from 95. The 18-hole Clyde Johnston-designed course is the community's centerpiece with just the right amount of challenge for novice and avid golfers alike. St. Johns is known for its consistent quality of service and conditions, being nationally ranked for customer satisfaction and loyalty by the National Golf Foundation.

Park Mammoth Golf Club

Park Mammoth Golf Club offers challenging golf courses and packages in a beautiful natural setting Park City, Kentucky. If you have never played here you are missing a great round of golf. Accolades 2023 #3 Best New Public Course in the Nation (Golf Digest) 2022-2023 #5 Top 5 Best Courses in Kentucky (Golf.com)

The Outer Banks - OBX

North Carolina's Outer Banks golf has quickly become one of the premier destinations on the east coast. Located at the top of North Carolina's barrier islands, the Outer Banks divides the Atlantic Ocean from the Currituck Sound. With so many holes along the waters completely surrounding the Outer Banks, it's hard to imagine a more picturesque and exciting place to tee it up. Couple this with 130 miles of the wildest, most natural and undeveloped beaches in the country and you have the perfect getaway.

Arnold Palmer's Bay Hill Club & Lodge

Few things get the blood pumping like the mention of Donald Ross, Pete Dye and Tom Bendelow in the same sentence. Nowhere else in the world can a golfer play courses designed by each of these noted and prolific designers at one resort destination. The rolling hills of southern Indiana provide a beautiful yet challenging golf destination. Playing golf in Indiana beats all other typical resort golf clubs. Come play a game and see for yourself!

Atlanta Evergreen Marriott Conference Resort

Located inside Stone Mountain Park, Atlanta Evergreen Marriott provides easy access to Park activities and festivals. Stone Mountain Golf Club in Stone Mountain Park Play on our two 18-hole championship-level public golf courses managed by Marriott Golf near Atlanta. Enjoy our greens, driving or putting ranges. Take lessons. Relax in our lakefront clubhouse and restaurant at Stone Mountain Golf Club.

First Tee Mountain Golf was established in 2001 to offer golf packages for individuals, groups, or corporate outings to experience a golf vacation at affordable rates on some of the most beautiful courses in the country in the Western North Carolina area. First Tee Mountain Golf customize all packages and can book just the right mix of lodging and courses for your mountain golf getaway. We represent many of the mountain courses in this part of the state, including several private courses. We are avid golfers who not only plan golf trips but we go on them as well. We are sensitive to the needs of the unsung hero, the Golf Trip Organizer. We get the concerns and worries running around inside a golf trip organizer's head and are ready to address them and put you at ease.

Kingsmill Resort

With two renowned 18-hole golf courses, a celebrated golf academy, and year-round golf schools, Kingsmill Resort offers the exciting variety and challenge you want to take your game to the next level. And with four eclectic dining venues, a relaxing spa, fitness center, first-class amenities and activities, and a range of AAA Four Diamond Condominium Resort accommodations that far exceed a typical hotel, we'll elevate your entire vacation experience, too.

Southwest Golf Destinations

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Golf Trip within 3 hours of Washington DC?

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I'm looking to get a little golf trip together with my brothers who all live in the DC area. What would be your recommendations for areas within 3 hours of Washington DC? We're thinking we'd try to get an AirBnB somewhere then just play 3-4 courses in an area. We area open to going East, West, North and South. Thanks for taking the time to read this and looking forward to the responses!

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Ocean City, MD is an option, so is Williamsburg VA. West could take you to the Shenandoah Valley area, there are a couple of decent courses around Winchester, or maybe up towards Cumberland MD and the casino/resort at Rocky Gap. North could be Gettysburg to Harrisonburg, I'm not as familiar with that area, but I know Penn National has two courses.

I agree with Dave on Ocean City and Williamsburg. Both have lots of options for quality golf, good night life (once virus restrictions are lifted), and lots of lodging to choose from. Pams Golf puts together packages for Ocean City. I don't know of any packager for Williamsburg. I have yet to travel recently so check ahead for any restrictions for dining or lodging. Golf itself should be OK in either state.

Aberdeen, MD (between Baltimore and Philly) and play Bulle Rock. A Dye design that has hosted a couple of PGA and LPGA events. Close enough to Philly to make a trip up there. Pound for pound, no metro area that I have been to has better golf courses then the Philly-Atlantic City area. Wyncot south of Philly is outstanding. A number of nice tracks north of Baltimore also. Already mentioned Williamsburg, Gettysburg and Ocean City get a thumbs up from me. Hershey, PA (Hershey Park) is also nice if families are coming.

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I would also encourage you to look closely at the Pinehurst area! I just made the trip down from DC and it was an easy 4:45 to Tobacco Road, then only 30 mins to the Pinehurst courses, Midpines, Pine Needles, and Dormie. It has to be one of the top golf destinations in the US, and frankly, the world.

Ocean City and Williamsburg are very good but I suggest you check on Penn National. 2 very different and interesting courses, no need to take your car and second to none service

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No need for a car? I agree about the two courses - different as night and day.

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Within 3 hours then OC and Williamsburg. Although OC is in season and hotels just reopened so it could get expensive.

As mentioned above. I'd you can stretch it by 1.4 hours. Then Pinehurst area definitely is worth it.

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DC mayor's taxpayer-funded trip to ritzy The Masters golf tourney called an 'economic development visit’

Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser apparently traveled to the ritzy Masters golf tournament on the taxpayer's dime – writing off the expense as a business opportunity to "promote sports and economic development" in the nation's capital. 

Professional golf's major event The Master's in Augusta, Georgia is more than 500 miles from Washington, D.C.

According to the mayor's public schedule , Bowser attended the world-renowned golf tournament, "as part of a sports and economic development visit."

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A spokesperson confirmed to DC News Now that the airline flights to and from Augusta, Georgia, were paid with city funds, though the cost of the flights was not released.

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In a phone call Monday afternoon, Bowser’s Communications Director Susana Castillo confirmed to the local outlet that Bowser was invited to the tournament by two people leading a new city task force, "to revitalize the Gallery Place and Chinatown neighborhood."

Castillo said that "whether it’s here in the city or another city or another country," the mayor is willing to " advance administrative interests ," no matter the setting – including a golf tournament. 

Fox News has reached out to Mayor Bowser's office for comment.

Original article source: DC mayor's taxpayer-funded trip to ritzy The Masters golf tourney called an 'economic development visit’