11 Things to Do in Washington DC in November

During the month of November there are many things to see and do in Washington DC Its parks and green spaces still retain the reddish charm of autumn, so it is a pleasure to walk around the city. This month the Black Friday spirit is driving everyone crazy and, in addition to Thanksgiving, there are several events and festivals in the city that you can't miss. Stay with me because I'll tell you what are the 10 best plans to enjoy DC in November. Here we go!

The traditional Thanksgiving Day is undoubtedly one of the favorite holidays of Americans, where everyone is thankful for what they have.

Traditionally Thanksgiving is held on the last Thursday of November, but the city begins to prepare for the celebration a few weeks earlier. It is a very special time to be in the United States.

While it's traditionally a family-friendly holiday (don't expect to find too many stores and restaurants open on Thanksgiving Day), some cities host major parades. In Washington you can enjoy the Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade, a colorful parade held a week before Thanksgiving.

The Friday after Thanksgiving, comes one of the new American "classics" that has conquered the whole world. Of course I'm talking about Black Friday or, if you prefer, Black Friday, the day when the prices of almost everything are on the floor and there is no one who does not rush to get whatever it is.

One of the places where you can find a good amount of stores is Georgetown. Here, in addition to getting good deals, you can take advantage and enjoy a stroll through one of the most traditional neighborhoods in DC.

Declared a National Historic Landmark, Georgetown is a charming place with its Georgian architecture and picturesque appearance. If you want to know a little more about this jewel along the Potomac River, take one of the tours of Georgetown, with which you can learn interesting details about its history, or hire a gastronomic tour of Georgetown. Delicious!

If you are a basketball fan, you will definitely want to see the Washington Wizards play at the Capital One Arena, a sports hall with capacity for more than 20,000 people where the Wizards play their games when they play at home.

In November the season is practically starting (it begins in mid-November), so with this great plan you will live an unforgettable experience and get a shot of adrenaline.

Of course, I recommend that you book your tickets to see the Washington Wizards as early as possible because they fly and, in addition, the price increases as the date of the game approaches. Do not miss the opportunity!

November is a great time to visit DC, not least because you won't find too many crowds at the city's attractions. You will be able to fully enjoy the monuments, restaurants, bars and cafes. In addition, the temperature is optimal.

One of the visits you can not miss is the Smithsonian Museums in Washington DC If you already know them, take my advice and try to visit them in November. You will see that, since there are not so many people, you will enjoy them as if it were a private visit. And if you've never been there, book a guided tour of the Smithsonian National Museum so you won't miss any of these gems of the city.

On November 11, Veteran's Day is commemorated in the United States. With events, parades, live music and different tributes in different parts of the city, those who served their country in the different war conflicts in which the United States intervened are saluted.

It is a very good opportunity to join one of the most emotional ceremonies that take place in Washington. The Parade of Heroes begins at the steps of the Lincoln Memorial.

At Arlington Military Cemetery you can visit the tomb of John F. Kennedy, and see how an entire town pays tribute to its war heroes.

Washington DC is the city with the largest number of monuments to those presidents who have left their mark on the history of this nation. Always included in the Washington city tours, the memorials are an indispensable visit to understand the past and present of the United States:

• If you visit the beautiful circular Thomas Jefferson memorial, located in the Tidal Basin, you can then skirt the Potomac and enjoy some of the best views of Washington DC

• Another must-see is the memorial honoring President Lincoln, one of the undisputed fathers of the country and the man responsible for the abolition of slavery in the country.

Here's a tip for you? Combine sport, outdoors and culture by booking a bike tour of Washington DC that will take you past some of the city's most important memorials.

If you are one of those who only reach nirvana with a cold beer in your hand, you are in luck, because every year in early November one of the most important festivities in Washington DC for beer lovers takes place: the DC Beer Festival.

The DC Beer Festival is held at the stadium of the Washington Nationals, the city's baseball team, and brings together more than 80 craft beer producers from the region. In addition, you can enjoy live music shows, dj's, food-trucks with the best fast food, and a tasting of different styles of special seasonal beers.

And if beer is one of your main interests, I recommend booking a brewery tour in Washington DC. Great!

If you visit the city of Washington in November, you can witness the celebration of one of the most important Jewish holidays next to yom kippur: Hanukkah.

It's a family-friendly event, with speeches, performances and live military band music, where everyone is invited. You'll be in awe when Rabbi Levi Shemtov lights the National Menorah in front of the White House on the Ellipse.

Regardless of your religious beliefs, witnessing the Hanukkah celebration in Washington is one of those experiences that touches you to the core. Please note that you do not have to be Jewish to participate in this celebration.

Visiting the classic National Mall in November is a pleasure, as you won't find the crowds that tend to congregate here at other times of the year.

Strategically located in the center of everything, from here you can visit Washington DC's best monuments, such as the Korean War Memorial, the Vietnam War Memorial, the Lincoln, Jefferson, Washington, Martin Luther King and Roosevelt Memorials, as well as several of DC's most important and must-see museums.

With beautiful green spaces and gorgeous architecture, walking around this amazing place will definitely make an impact on you.

Located in the middle of the city, Rock Creek Park has been, over the years, one of the favorite places of many of its presidents. This immense natural lung has more than 20 kilometers of trails, a planetarium, 24 tennis courts, an important equestrian center, a golf course, delicate stone bridges and an amphitheater.

A perfect place to visit in November, since you can still enjoy the reddish tone of its vegetation, its carpets of dry leaves and an improvised picnic anywhere, since the temperature is ideal for it.

If you are interested in healthy living and breathing fresh air, Rock Creek Park has everything for you to spend a beautiful time surrounded by nature, plus the sound of its creek is a real natural relaxant. Take my advice, you won't regret it. Another of the free visits you can do in this incredible city.

Every year in November the amazing Trabants festival takes place at the Espionage Museum. Trabants**(satellite, in German**) are collector's cars, popularized in the era of communist Germany. Seeing hundreds of these beautiful German cars driving around the city of Washington is a spectacle in itself.

Small, simple and extremely picturesque, Trabants are highly sought after by collectors from all over the world. Although when they made their debut they stood out for being an economic vehicle, with the passing of time they have become one of the most sought after cars, and their prices today can leave you open-mouthed.

A good opportunity to see them up close and learn all about them. The annual Trabant Festival takes place at the Spy Museum, another must-see on your visit to DC in November.

Here are some of my tips for you to keep in mind when finalizing details for your trip to DC in November.

What is the weather like in Washington in November?

November is a great month to visit Washington DC, especially because the weather is quite pleasant, if a bit cool. It is not usually a month with too much rain and temperatures hover around 15 degrees during the day, making it perfect for touring the city on foot.

Is it more expensive to stay in DC at this time of year?

Quite the opposite! During the week of thanksgiving there are no conferences and no business meetings in DC, so you can get some incredible deals on accommodations.

What should I consider when packing my suitcase?

As I said, the temperatures in DC in November are quite pleasant, so with comfortable clothes, sweaters and a light jacket you will be fine during the day.

However, keep in mind that at this time of the year it gets dark around 5 pm, so if you want to make the most of the day, you should start very early and both first thing in the morning and after sunset you will need some warm clothes.