That’s right. Tickets to the inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama are free. In fact, inauguration tickets are distributed by members of Congress. So if you want one, you must contact your U.S. Senator or Representative. Officials warn that Web sites and ticket brokers do not have tickets to sell. Get more details about inauguration tickets.
If you’re planning to head to the inauguration, CheapTickets can help you plan your Washington, D.C. vacation with cheap flights and hotel reservations.
While many downtown Washington hotels say they are already booked, you can look for rooms in other neighborhoods or nearby suburbs like Alexandria, Va., and Arlington, Va. The Washington Metrorail provides convenient and affordable public transportation throughout the metro area, so it should be relatively easy to get downtown, no matter where you stay.
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