Washington DC has been often labeled to be one of the most expensive cities in the world and travel there proves to be rather costly. If you are traveling on a strict budget or just want to keep your expenses to a minimum, use our helpful tips on slashing the cost of your holiday to Washington DC.

One of the first expenses on any trip is on the food. As you travel around during the day and eat every now and then or stop off at restaurants the bills you amass for food contribute a large portion of your holiday expenses. A good way to save some money is to pack snacks and steer clear of vendors and food stalls at tourist spots.

Travel within DC can prove to be very expensive as well. Instead of hiring cabs every time you want to visit a place, buy some inexpensive maps and learn to use the Subway. This is especially a great option for families with young children because there is no charge for children under 4 years of age.

Better still, there are a number of free as well as cheaply priced walking tours that take you through important sights of Washington DC. You can learn all about the city without breaking open the bank. Also, walking to places and taking public transport is a great way to save on parking bills through the day.

Always keep a backpack full of stuff you will need through the day. Wallets, cameras, water bottles, sub block, umbrellas, diaries and pens to note down subway routes or interesting facts etc. These things can contribute to an inexpensive, enjoyable trip.

A great alternative to the usual spring break vacation is to experience an educational and fruitful vacation in Washington DC. This city is full of historical places and establishments of cultural and political significance. Here is a list of what you can do and see while in the country's capital.

Washington Dc Memorials:

There are lots of memorials that you can go and see in Washington DC. Among them are the 9/11 Memorial at the Pentagon, FDR Memorial, and the Washington Monument. You can also see some of war monuments including the Korean War Veteran's Memorial, Vietnam Memorial, and World War II Memorial. You can also visit monuments of popular people that colored Washington DC history like the Iwo Jima Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, Lincoln Memorial and the Einstein Memorial.

Washington DC Museums:

There are also a number of museums in Washington DC that students will learn a lot from. You can visit the African American Civil War Museum, International Spy Museum, National Archives and the National Museum of Crime and Punishment. You can also go see the National Museum of Marine Corps, the Navy Museum, Newseum, the Smithsonian Institution and the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum.

Washington tours and places to see

http://www.americanstudenttours.com/

Other Washington DC Attractions:

Other interesting places to see in the City is the White House, the Embassy Row, National Zoo, Medieval Times, US Capitol and the Washington Fish Market.

If you were a student in for a travel vacation in Washington DC, there are a number of tours that you can join with itineraries that have students especially in mind.

List of Washington DC tour companies

http://www.washingtondctourguides.com/guides/affiliates.html

Official tourism site of Washington DC

http://washington.org/