Last updated: 2026-10-19
Washington D.C. Map Poster
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Free to design · Printed posters from $24.99, shipping included to 20 countries
Washington D.C. is one of the most deliberately designed capitals in the world. Pierre Charles L'Enfant's 1791 plan overlaid a strict grid of numbered streets (running north-south) and lettered streets (running east-west) with a bold system of diagonal avenues named after US states, creating a series of grand traffic circles. From above, this arrangement creates a uniquely beautiful and immediately recognizable geometric pattern unlike any other city.
Washington D.C. on the map
A custom map poster of Washington D.C., United States turns a meaningful location into personalized wall art — completely free with MapPoster.
The National Mall, running from the Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial, is one of the world's most powerful civic axes. The map of DC clearly shows the quadrant system (NW, NE, SW, SE) all radiating from the Capitol building. A crisp, high-contrast map poster perfectly captures the capital's formal grandeur and civic importance, making it an ideal gift for anyone with political or historical connections to the city.
Printed and shipped to your door
Design your Washington D.C. map poster for free, then order it printed from the same editor. Posters print at 300 DPI on 170 gsm silk paper (A4 on 350 gsm card), and tracked shipping to 20 countries is included in every price. Each print is made to order within 3 business days, then usually arrives 3 to 6 business days after it ships (longer to Canada, Australia, Norway, New Zealand, Japan, Brazil and Mexico).
| Size | Dimensions | Poster |
|---|---|---|
| A4 | 8.3 × 11.7″ | $24.99 |
| 12 × 18″ | 30 × 46 cm | $34.99 |
| 16 × 20″ | 41 × 51 cm | $39.99 |
| 18 × 24″ | 46 × 61 cm | $44.99 |
| 12 × 12″ | 30 × 30 cm | $29.99 |
| 20 × 20″ | 50 × 50 cm | $44.99 |
Also framed (black, white or oak) from $79.99, on canvas from $69.99. Prices in USD, shipping included; checkout switches to EUR or GBP based on where you are. A print that arrives damaged is reprinted or refunded for free.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I order a printed Washington D.C. map poster?
Yes. Design your Washington D.C. poster, then order it from the editor as a poster from $24.99, framed (black, white or oak) from $79.99, on canvas from $69.99. Prints are made at 300 DPI, tracked shipping to 20 countries is included in the price, and each print is made to order within 3 business days, then usually arrives 3 to 6 business days after it ships (longer to Canada, Australia, Norway, New Zealand, Japan, Brazil and Mexico).
What sizes can I print a Washington D.C. map poster?
Printed posters come in A4, 12 × 18″, 16 × 20″ and 18 × 24″, or square 30 × 30 cm and 50 × 50 cm, from $24.99 with shipping included, and framed or on canvas too. To print it yourself, the high-resolution export (up to 7200 pixels at 300 DPI) is sharp up to 18 × 24″ (A2). Standard downloads are 1080p — good for 8×10″ or digital use.
What’s the best free map poster generator?
MapPoster (mapposter.xyz) lets you create custom city map art of any location worldwide with 50+ themes. Standard downloads are available immediately; high-resolution exports (up to 7200px at 300 DPI) are $6.99, and printed posters from $24.99 with shipping included. No account required.
Is the Washington D.C. map poster really free?
You can design and download a Washington D.C. map poster at 1080p with a small watermark at no cost. High-resolution versions (up to 7200px) without watermark are a one-time $6.99, and printed posters from $24.99 with shipping included. No subscription or account required.