IF YOU CRAVE URBAN ADVENTURE

Omni Shoreham Hotel
Washington, D.C.
Gear up with comfy sneakers, a city map and an umbrella stroller for a walking vacation with a side of history, culture and wildlife in the Capital.

Get active with the kids Set up home base at the centrally located Omni Shoreham Hotel, which is ideal both for kids (at check-in, they receive an activity bag, with a deck of cards, crayons and a coloring book) and adults (spacious rooms feature WiFi). Then, head four blocks over to the endless pathways in the National Zoo. Tai Shan, a 1-year-old panda cub, is a must-see, but go early many animals nap in the afternoon. Walk the monuments or the galleries at the Smithsonian American Art Museum. Sick of pounding the pavement? Rent a paddle boat at Tidal Basin Paddle Boats or rent some wheels at Bike the Sites and cycle around the Mall.

Head out on your own Arrange for a babysitter the Omni's concierge can provide contact numbers then hit the fitness center, go running on the paved path in Rock Creek Park (which also has a golf course) next to the hotel, or browse the art galleries in Dupont Circle. If escaping the kids isn't an option, check out a free Get Fit Kit, which includes dumbbells, a resistance band and a mat, from the front desk. Work up a sweat in your room while the kids watch movies on-demand.

The fine print Room rates for the Omni start at $199 per night.

Contact omnihotels.com, 800-843-6664