Washington DC packs museums, monuments and history into a compact, walkable city, and a stock of dollars keeps the days running. Buying US dollars before you fly from a commission-free provider such as Travel FX lets you buy US dollars at a clear rate ahead of departure.
Tips, cafes, food trucks, taxis and smaller venues are easier with cash. Small notes are handy for the tipping that is part of daily life in the US.
Airport exchange on arrival is convenient but rarely the best value. Buying your dollars at home in advance leaves you better off.
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Sort the dollars early and spend your time on the museums, not the exchange desk.