Savvy travelers know heading to the neighborhoods is the best way to get to know a city. From hip to historic, DC’s neighborhoods are defined as much by distinct personalities as specific blocks or grids. For more insider's tips on how to experience DC's neighborhoods, click here.
Adams Morgan DC's global village attracts foodies to its restaurants serving cuisine from around the world...
Anacostia & Southeast Waterfront Home to Frederick Douglass' beautiful Cedar Hill estate and the Nationals' stunning new ballpark...
Capitol Hill Home to charming row houses and powerful attractions like the Library of Congress and Supreme Court...Â
Downtown Museums, theatres and galleries share the streets with businesses, hot restaurants, lounges and hotels. ...
Dupont Circle/Kalorama The largest concentration of international embassies sites just northwest of the circle, giving the neighborhood its global flavor...
Foggy Bottom Where dignitaries and celebrities who visit the State Department and Kennedy Center come together with college students...
Georgetown Known for its boutiques, beautiful architecture, restaurants and bars, plus its namesake university...
Southwest & Waterfront A revitalized urban community that's a hotspot for development once again...
U Street/Shaw & Logan Circle The center of DC's African-American nightlife for much of the 20th century is once again thriving...
Woodley Park/Cleveland Park Tree-lined streets are flanked by friendly boutiques, coffee shops and sidewalk cafes in these residential enclaves...
Serving new American Cuisine located in the heart of the business district of Washington, DC. Using the finest ingredients & the highest quality regional products available, restaurant Executive Chef Spencer Wolff offers creative seasonal menu selections. Features outdoor patio dining overlooking Franklin Square Park. Serving breakfast, lunch & dinner daily.
Location: 1001 14th St. NW Washington,DC 20005 202-218-7540 Visit Website
The finest seasonal and regional game, fish and produce served in a country inn atmosphere. On-site bakery prepares fresh breads and traditional desserts.
Executive Chef Daniel Giusti
Pastry Chef Travis Olson
Open daily. Jacket required.
Location: 1226 36th St. NW Washington,DC 20007 202-965-1789 Visit Website
Steak, seafood and pasta in a casual atmosphere. Extensive wine list and daily regional specialties available. Open daily. Reservations suggested. All major credit cards accepted.
The shops at 2000 Pennsylvania are in a very unique architectural setting and include GAP, Tower Records, Kinkead's Restaurant, Au Bon Pain, La Prima, Expressions ladies fasions and many more. Shopping at 2000 Pennsylvania Avenue is a unique experience.
A MUST SEE! Glenn Gary's"Parlor Magic", an elegant evening of miracles in a parlor setting by Washington, DC’s most prominent entertainer and magician. Glenn will do the impossible mere inches from your eyes. Held at The Westin Hotel every Wednesday and Friday night at 8pm. Make your reservation today by calling (703) 963-0790. WWW.GLENNGARY.COM
Location: The Westin Hotel Washington,DC 20005 703-963-0790 Visit Website
One of DC's most charming inns equally appealing to the discerning business or leisure traveler. The Inn is conveniently located for easy metro access to The Mall and city center. Each room has a sense of space and uniqueness borne from a Victorian pursuit of grandeur. Ample free parking, gourmet breakfast, grand meeting and event space.
Location: 4907 14th St. NW Washington,DC 20011 202-541-9400 Visit Website
Charming restored 1887 Victorian residence located near the White House with easy access to the Smithsonian, monuments and convention center. Private baths, Jacuzzi, working fireplaces, gardens, parking, Wi-Fi and full breakfast. One bedroom apartment for longer stays. We are 4 blocks to the Metro and 1 block to a major bus line.
Acadiana offers the flavors, culture and the warmth of the seductive southern region. Offering the perfect balance of the old and new, Acadiana takes from the rich bounty found in the Mississippi Delta, Bayous and the Gulf of Mexico.
Location: 901 New York Ave. NW Washington,DC 20001 202-408-8848 Visit Website
Charming 26 room Victorian style B&B one block from the heart of the Adams Morgan restaurant district, and a short walk to the Red Line Metro. Rates start at $80 per night. (Discounted weekly rates). Complimentary breakfast and hi-speed Internet.
Location: 1746 Lanier Pl. NW Washington,DC 20009 202-745-3600 Visit Website
Centered on 18th Street and Columbia Road, NW, Adams Morgan is synonymous with entertainment, especially late-night. Ethnic restaurants, nightclubs and bars line the two streets and fill with diverse and excitable crowds most nights of the week. During the day, activities are more subdued as shoppers browse independent bookshops, music stores and boutiques while gazing at murals that adorn many of the buildings' facades. The recent history of Adams Morgan is one of immigration, and vibrant Latin and African communities lend an international flavor to theis eclectic neighborhood.
Location: Adams Morgan Partnership Washington,DC 20009 202-997-0783 Visit Website
This memorial is a sculpture commemorating the more than 208,000 African American soldiers who fought in the Civil War. The memorial is appropriately placed in the Shaw section of the District. Shaw refers to Robert Gould Shaw, the white colonel of the first African American regiment - the 54th Regiment featured in the film Glory - to fight in the Civil War.
Location: Vermont Ave. & U St. NW Washington,DC 20009 202-667-2667 Visit Website
Agraria Restaurant is a family-farmer owned and sourced fine dining restaurant. The contemporary American cuisine features meat and pasta dishes, as well as seasonal dishes based on available produce and ingredients from family farmers across the country.
Location: 3000 K St. NW Washington,DC 20007 202-298-0003 Visit Website
AKA White House District, brand new residential high rise located in the central business district, just 3 blocks from the White House, entertainment and dining. A quiet luxury short-term furnished and accessorized one and two bedroom apartments with a superior level of quality. Our sophisticated lifestyle offers luxurious suites with custom made furniture, rich fabrics, linens and the quiet comfort of home.
Location: 1710 H St. NW Washington,DC 20006 866-567-6264 Visit Website
Elegant bed and breakfast in historic townhouse in fashionable Dupont Circle. Eight large guest rooms, each with its own private bath. Hearty breakfast included; Parking available; living room, parlor and dining room available for meetings up to 40 people.
Location: 1708 16th St. NW Washington,DC 20009 866-466-3855
The Alden Shoe Company has manufactured quality shoes for men since1884. With over 120 years dedicated to the highest standard of shoe making, we proudly offer our collection of American handcrafted footwear. Mon.-Fri. 9:30-6pm.
Location: 1725 K St. NW Washington,DC 20006 202-347-2308 Visit Website
Over 200 dishes from all over the U.S. and 6 elegant dining areas on 4 levels in historic Union Station. Interesting microbrews and American wines by the glass. Open daily.
Location: 50 Massachusetts Ave. NE Washington,DC 20002 202-682-9555 Visit Website