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Downtown
A bustling neighborhood just steps from the White House and Dupont Circle
Dupont Circle
Dine intimately in the presidential Dining Room, enjoy cocktails throughout the main museum rooms or relax and unwind in the tranquil period garden.
Maryland
Rising from the banks of the historic Potomac River and just minutes from the nation's capital, National Harbor is a waterfront resort destination unlike any other.
Georgetown
The Escape Game — DC's best escape rooms in the heart of Georgetown!
National Mall
Visit the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian
NoMa & Union Market
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Explore the Nation's Capital on Big Bus Tours, the official tour of the National Mall.
Washington En Français is a small, local company that offers guided tours - in French - of the nation’s capital.
Southwest & The Wharf
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Capitol Hill
Explore Shakespeare and his world in performances, exhibits, podcasts and more with the Folger, home to the world’s largest Shakespeare collection.
Embassy of Guatemala
Virginia
Former home of Robert E. Lee. Open daily 9:30 am–4:30 pm
Penn Quarter & Chinatown
For more than two decades the Embassy of Rock'n’Roll has curated world-class flavors and delivered impeccable service in a music-infused atmosphere.
Anacostia
Dionne's is a black woman led, family owned DC spot serving soulful DC classics, craft cocktails, and community vibes in the heart of Sycamore & Oak.
U Street
Whether you are hosting an office happy hour, client dinner, or in town for a convention or trade show, Sports & Social DC has your covered.