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D.C. Bound - Heading to Washington, D.C., for the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom rally? Keep reading for tips for travel, lodging and activities to check out while you're there. — Britt Middleton(Photo: SAUL LOEB/AFP/Getty Images)

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50th Anniversary Commemorative March - Rev. Al Sharpton, along with his National Action Network, and Martin Luther King III will lead a commemorative march for civil rights on Saturday, Aug. 24. The rally will begin at the Lincoln Memorial and proceed to the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial. Click here for more information. (Photo: Courtesy of National Action Network)

Photo By Courtesy of National Action Network

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Getting There - If you're looking for a last-minute flight to Washington, Hipmunk.com, an online travel site, offers a visual "timeline" of what's available and gives you a number of options to filter out what you don't want. You might also check out budget sites like Expedia.com and Orbitz.com, which advertise special D.C.-themed travel packages.(Photo: David McNew/Getty Images)

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National Action Network Bus Accommodations - If you're not planning to drive or fly to Washington, the National Action Network has chartered buses to get you there by Aug. 24. Buses will depart from cities across the United States. Click here to find a bus near you or call 877-626-4651.(Photo: David Goldman/Getty Images)

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Where to Stay - Whether traveling in a group large or small, finding suitable lodging can be a challenge if you're on a budget. Luckily, Washington's official travel website can help you find seasonal promotions and special rates that fit your needs. (Photo: Brendan Hoffman/Getty Images)

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Getting Around - The district's Metrorail and Metrobus systems are popular options for getting around the D.C. area. Washington, D.C.'s tourism board offers a helpful guide for visitors, including common safety tips you should know.(Photo: J. Emilio Flores/Getty Images)

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Dining - Whether you want to get a taste of how the Obamas eat, drink and play or check out the district's other culinary gems, this official dining guide can help you break down good eats by neighborhood. (Photo: Courtesy Good Stuff Eatery Capitol Hill)

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Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial - As you honor King's contributions, you may also want to check out the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial (located at 1964 Independence Ave SE). Standing 30-feet tall, it is the only non-presidential memorial on the National Mall.(Photo: AP Photo/Susan Walsh)

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The Newseum - Photography buffs will want to swing by the Newseum (555 Pennsylvania Ave. NW) on Sunday, Aug. 25 for a special screening of the new documentary "Eye on the Sixties: The Iconic Photography of Rowland Scherman." Most notably, Scherman was primary photographer of the 1963 March on Washington. Click here for more information. (Photo: Courtesy of Newseum)

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The White House - Of course, no visit to the nation's capital would be complete without a trip to the White House (1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW). While the White House has suspended tours indefinitely due to budget cuts, you can still catch a glimpse of the historic building (or, perhaps, even President Obama!) as you walk along Pennsylvania Avenue.  (Photo: Reuters)