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Explore D.C. app review: a must-have travel companion

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Introduction

If you’re thinking of visiting the grand city of Washington, D.C. this year then you absolutely must check out Explore D.C., a comprehensive travel companion app for iPhone and iPad that will ensure you are never without something to do or somewhere to go!

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When I first started using this app I must admit I went into it expecting “just another travel app,” but I’ve actually been very pleasantly surprised by the amount of (quality) information that the developer has packed into this neat little interface.

There’s almost definitely something for everybody in this app, with guides for everything from historical tourist attractions to cafes, restaurants, and more, truly making this a must-have resource for any visitor to D.C.

Find Out What's Hot and Happening in D.C.

This is a very nifty little app that has been designed to act as a comprehensive guide that will help you to make the most of your time in Washington D.C., with images, descriptions, and fun trivia facts covering loads of different hotspots throughout the city.

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The Sights section is a great place to find various locations that are categorized based on whatever you plan on doing with your time in D.C., and you’ll definitely want to check out the Events section to find out what’s hot and happening in the city. Again, this section comes with images and descriptions.

 

Explore D.C. a must-have for DC visitors
Explore D.C. a must-have for DC visitors

Easily Locate Amenities

I really like the way Explore D.C. also doubles up as a handy navigational tool; with its detailed maps and directions for traveling by foot, by road, and even by Metro, you should have no trouble finding what you’re looking for.

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Furthermore, if this is to be your first visit to D.C. then be sure to use the I Need a... feature to find specific stores, bars, cafes, banks, and loads of other amenities.

 

Explore D.C. news, descriptions, directions, and more
Explore D.C. news, descriptions, directions, and more

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Utilize a comprehensive guide to make the most of your time in D.C.
  • Check out the Sights section to find nicely categorized hotspots that you’ll definitely want to visit
  • View images, descriptions, and even fun facts about every Sight in the app
  • Look at the Events section to find out what’s hot and happening in D.C. complete with photos and more
  • Includes detailed maps to help you find exactly what you’re looking for
  • Includes directions for traveling by foot, by road, and even by Metro
  • Use the I Need a... feature to find specific stores, bars, cafes, banks, and much more

Cons

  • There is nothing negative to say about this app

 

Explore D.C. read fascinating facts
Explore D.C. read fascinating facts

Final Words

Explore D.C. for iPhone and iPad is definitely a must-have travel companion app that should help to ensure you don’t end up wandering aimlessly around the city looking for things to do.

 

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MarkBangs

Mark is an opinionated writer who loves to review apps. In 2012, he started reviewing Apple apps on a regular basis and wonders how he survived up to that point without these apps.