Yes i agree its hard to drive in DC. But if u keep few simple things in mind it will help u. Since DC is divided in 4 quarters, u may find the same road at 4 different places. The Beltway encircles DC, so if u keep going on in the same direction, u will eventually see the beltway. If u want to get to maryland, its on the North of DC, so u just take a road NORTH..... well if u cant drive, then use the subway!!!!!!!