Distance from DC: 45 miles. Where to shop: The Christmas Sleigh is stocked floor to ceiling with European imports, from hand-blown glass ornaments and glittered Ad-vent calendars to scene-­stealing ...

9 Places to Hike Near Washington ... 1,800 acres of Washington, D.C., Rock Creek Park is a great choice for travelers who don't have a car and want to hike within city limits.