Source Event Planner - 2024 Event Planning Guide

See & Do

2023-12-14 04:24:50

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African American Civil War Memorial

1925 Vermont Ave. NW

(202) 667-2667

afroamcivilwar.org

Shaw

U Street/African-Amer Civil War Memorial/Cardozo

This memorial is a sculpture commemorating the more than 209,145 soldiers who served in the United States Colored Troops during the Civil War.


Air Force Memorial

1 Air Force Memorial Dr.

Arlington, VA 22211

(703) 979-0674

afdw.af.mil/afmemorial

Virginia Pentagon

Envisioned as a national place where all people can pause to remember, honor and celebrate the people and the achievements of America’s Airmen.


Anderson House–The American Revolution Institute of the Society of the Cincinnati

2118 Massachusetts Ave. NW

(202) 785-2040

americanrevolutioninstitute.org

Dupont Circle Dupont Circle

Explore Gilded-Age DC at this 1905 Beaux Arts mansion built for Larz and Isabel Anderson, now the headquarters of the Society of the Cincinnati.


Arlington House

214 McNair Rd.,

Arlington, VA 22211

(703) 235-1530

nps.gov/arho

Virginia

Arlington Cemetery

Former home of Robert E. Lee.

Open daily 9:30 am–4:30 pm.

Closed Dec. 25 and Jan. 1.


Arlington National Cemetery

Arlington, VA 22211

(703) 614-0238, (877907-8585)

arlingtoncemetery.mil

Virginia

Arlington Cemetery

Home to 285,000+ graves, including those of President John F. Kennedy, Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall and world champion boxer Joe Louis.


ARTECHOUSE

1238 Maryland Ave. SW

artechouse.com

Southwest/The Wharf

Smithsonian

A one-of-a-kind arts space and event venue fusing art and technology to create unique and memorable events.


Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception

400 Michigan Ave. NE

(202) 526-8300, nationalshrine.org

Brookland Brookland-CUA

Largest Catholic church in the U.S.; Top 10 in the world. Stunning art and architecture, tours, daily masses, gift shop, cafe, free parking, Metro.


Black History National Recreation Trail

1411 W St. SE

(202) 619-7222

Downtown Anacostia

Directing visitors to sites in historic neighborhoods that illustrate aspects of African American history.


Broccoli City

2500 Independence Ave. SE

bcfestival.com

DC Metro Area

A black-owned social enterprise rooted in impact and entertainment that focuses on people and progress.


C&O Canal National Historical Park

11710 MacArthur Blvd.

Potomac, MD 20854

(301) 767-3714

nps.gov/choh

Maryland Foggy Bottom-GWU

The National Park Service invites you to travel back to the 1870s on a mule-drawn canal boat. Hear stories of those who worked on the C&O Canal.


The Capital Wheel

141 American Way National Harbor, MD 20745

(301) 842-8650

thecapitalwheel.com

Maryland Branch Avenue

Host your next event at Flight Deck at The Capital Wheel. Their stunning outdoor lounge is perfect for corporate events. Visit the website for more.


Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle

1725 Rhode Island Ave. NW

(202) 347-3215

[stmatthewscathedral.org](http://stmatthewscathedral.org)

Downtown Farragut North

The mother church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington. Established in 1840. Guided tours by appointment.


Chinese American Museum

A museum about Chinese American history and culture and their role in the American story. Get a sneak peek. Special exhibit hours and events during development.

1218 16th St. NW

(202) 838-3180

chineseamericanmuseum.org

Downtown Dupont Circle, Farragut North

A museum about Chinese American history and culture and their role in the American story. Get a sneak peek. Special exhibit hours and events during development.


City Ridge

20 Ridge Sq NW

(844) 760-0610

Tenleytown

There’s never a dull day at City Ridge. We look forward to seeing you at an upcoming event and welcoming you to this vibrant community.


City Tavern Preservation Foundation

3206 M St. NW

(202) 337-8770

citytavernclubdc.org

Georgetown

Foggy Bottom-GWU

Nestled in the heart of Georgetown, a unique, historic and elegant venue embodies our nation’s history, perfect for any special event.


Clara Barton Missing Soldiers Office Museum

437 7th St. NW

(202) 824-0613

clarabartonmuseum.org

Penn Quarter/Chinatown Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter, Gallery Pl-Chinatown

Explore the boarding house that served as Clara Barton’s home during and after the Civil War, and discover the story of her Missing Soldiers Office.


DAR Museum

1776 D St. NW

(202) 879-3241

dar.org/museum

Downtown

Farragut North, Farragut West

See how Americans lived during the early days of this country through displays of 18th- and 19th-century home furnishings. Free and open to the public.


DC Black Pride

(202) 737-5767

dcblackpride.org

Downtown

DC Black Pride, held annually during the Memorial Day weekend celebrates the African American lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community.


DC History Center

801 K St NW

(202) 516-1363

dchistory.org

Penn Quarter/Chinatown

Gallery Pl-Chinatown, Mt

Vernon Sq 7th St-Convention Center

Learn about local Washington, DC history.


DC Jazz Festival

(202) 800-8230

dcjazzfest.org

Capitol Riverfront

Navy Yard

With more than 125 performances in 60 venues. The largest music festival in Washington, DC. It’s all things jazz in June.


DCBX

1235 W St. NE

(844) 383-3687

dcbx.org

DC Metro Area

Rhode Island Avenue-Brentwood

Engage DCBX Live early in your event planning for support producing visionary and culturally inclusive events that support your corporate mission.


DEA Museum

700 Army Navy Dr.

Arlington, VA

(202) 307-3463

deamuseum.org

Virginia Pentagon City

Visit the DEA Museum to start a dialog about the dynamic history of drug law enforcement in America and how drug misuse impacts communities.


Decatur House on Lafayette Square

1610 H St. NW

(202) 842-0917

whitehousehistory.org/decatur-house

Downtown Farragut North, Farragut West

Just steps from the White House, this elegant and versatile event space can accommodate up to 400 people. A perfect location for your next event.


Dumbarton House

2715 Q St. NW

(202) 337-2288

dumbartonhouse.org

Georgetown Dupont Circle

A fine example of Federal Period architecture and 18th- and 19thcentury furniture, paintings and decorative arts. Unique venue for receptions.


Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial

540 Independence Ave SW

(202) 296-0004

eisenhowermemorial.gov/

National Mall
L'Enfant Plaza

The brand-new memorial to Dwight D. Eisenhower, Supreme Commander of Allied Forces in Europe during World War II & 34th U.S. President.


Emancipation Memorial

Lincoln Park, E Capitol St. NE

(202) 690-5155

nps.gov/nr/travel/wash/dc87.htm

Capitol Hill Eastern Market

This statue shows Lincoln with the Emancipation Proclamation in his right hand and holding his left hand over the head of a liberated slave.


Enchant Christmas

Nationals Park

1500 S Capitol St. SE

enchantchristmas.com

Capitol Riverfront

Navy Yard-Ballpark

Featuring the world’s largest light maze and market, this immersive experience wraps guests of all ages in the awe and wonder of the Christmas season.


The Escape Game DC, Downtown

950 F St. NW, Ste. 106

(202) 410-3210

theescapegame.com/DC

Downtown

Gallery Pl-Chinatown, Metro Center

Grab your Sherlock cap and come test your wits at DC’s only live, mystery-solving experience. Perfect for team building, groups and family fun.


Events DC

801 Mount Vernon Pl. NW

(202) 249-3000, (800) 368-9000

eventsdc.com

Downtown

Mt Vernon Sq 7th St-Convention Center

The face of conventions, sports, entertainment and cultural events within our nation’s capital.


FDR Memorial

400 W Basin Dr. SW

(202) 426-6841

nps.gov/fdrm

National Mall Smithsonian

A 7.5-acre site, the memorial depicts the 12 pivotal years of Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s presidency through a series of four outdoor gallery rooms.


Federal Bureau of Investigation

935 Pennsylvania Ave. NW

(202) 324-3001

fbi.gov

Penn Quarter/Chinatown

Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter

An open-to-the-public self-guided tour at the FBI Headquarters. The tour features interactive multimedia exhibits, content and artifacts.


Folger Shakespeare Library

201 E Capitol St. SE

(202) 544-7077

folger.edu

Capitol Hill

Capitol South, Union Station

While our historic building is under renovation (2020-22), connect with the Folger at sites across DC, on tour and online. More at folger.edu.


Ford's Theatre

511 10th St. NW

(202) 347-4833

fords.org

Penn Quarter/Chinatown

Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter, Gallery Pl-Chinatown, Metro Center

The site of Abraham Lincoln’s assassination, this is a working theater, historical monument, world-class museum and learning center.


Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Land in America

1400 Quincy St. NE

(202) 526-6800

myfranciscan.org

Brookland Brookland-CUA

Replicas of the Holy Land and Roman catacombs. Extensive gardens with 1,200 rose bushes. Meeting rooms available for up to 250 people.


Frederick Douglass National Historic Site

1411 W St. SE

(202) 426-5961, (877)444-6777

nps.gov/frdo

Anacostia

Anacostia

The last residence of Frederick Douglass (1818-1895), one of the most prominent African American leaders of the 19th century. Tours available.


Freedom Forum

300 New Jersey Ave. NW, Ste. 800

(202) 292-6100, (888) 639-7386

freedomforum.org

Capitol Hill

Union Station

The Freedom Forum fosters First Amendment freedoms for all through education, advocacy and action.


George Washington's Mount Vernon

3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy., south end of GW Pkwy Mount Vernon, VA 22121

(703) 780-2000

mountvernon.org

Virginia Huntington

Host your meeting or gathering at George Washington’s estate, featuring stunning indoor and outdoor settings. Just 16 miles south of DC.


German–American Heritage Museum

719 6th St. NW

(202) 467-5000

gahmusa.org

Penn Quarter/Chinatown

Gallery Pl-Chinatown

The first museum devoted to the rich history of 400 years of German immigration to the U.S. and how they helped shape our great nation.


Giant National Capital BBQ Battle

Pennsylvania Ave. NW

(202) 828-3099, (202) 488-6990

bbqindc.com

Downtown Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter

This giant BBQ battle is a can’tmiss summer festival, offering guests delicious BBQ, free food samples, drinks, live music and more.


Great Falls Park

9200 Old Dominion Dr.

McLean, VA 22066

(703) 285-2965

nps.gov/grfa

Virginia

Park open dawn to dusk. Visitor center open Mon.–Fri., 10 am– 5 pm; weekends 10 am–6 pm. Winter hours 10 am–4 pm. Admission $5.


Heurich House Museum

1307 New Hampshire Ave. NW

(202) 429-1894

heurichhouse.org

Dupont Circle

Dupont Circle

Host your meeting or reception in the light-filled conservatory or secluded urban garden. Historic Dupont Circle, home of DC brewer Christian Heurich.


Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens

4155 Linnean Ave. NW

(202) 686-5807

hillwoodmuseum.org

Upper Northwest

Van Ness - UDC

The 25-acre estate houses the largest collection of Russian imperial treasures outside of Russia. 18th-century French decorative arts and more.


International Spy Museum

700 L’Enfant Plaza SW

(202) 393-7798, (866)779-6873

spymuseum.org

Southwest/The Wharf

Federal Center SW, L'Enfant Plaza

This museum’s private event space provides unparalleled panoramic views of the U.S. Capitol, the Washington Monument and Potomac River


Jefferson Memorial

701 E. Basin Dr. SW, Tidal Basin South End

(202) 426-6841

nps.gov/thje

Downtown Smithsonian

Beneath the marble rotunda, the 19 ft. statue of the third U.S. President is surrounded by passages from the Declaration of Independence.


Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens

1550 Anacostia Ave. NE

(202) 426-6905

nps.gov/keaq

Anacostia Deanwood

Thousands of water plants, water lilies, lotuses, water hyacinths and bamboo grow in ponds along the Anacostia River. Flowers bloom May to early fall.


Korean War Veterans Memorial

10 Daniel French Dr. SW

(202) 426-6841

nps.gov/kwvm

National Mall

Foggy Bottom-GWU

Features a sculptured column of soldiers and a 164 ft. mural inscribed with the words "Freedom Is Not Free." Etched with 2,500 photographic images.


Kraken Axes DC

840 E St. NW

(202) 506-1054

krakenaxes.com

Penn Quarter/Chinatown

Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter

They can accommodate parties big or small with catering and conference space available for any kind of meeting. Last-minute bookings are available.


Lafayette Square

16th & H St. NW

(202) 208-1631

nps.gov/nr/travel/wash/dc30.htm

Downtown Farragut West

Named for the Marquis de Lafayette following his visit to America in 1824, this park overlooking the White House features a statue of Andrew Jackson.


Library of Congress

101 1st St. SE

(202) 707-5218

loc.gov

Capitol Hill Capitol South, Union Station

Visit the Thomas Jefferson Building, known for its magnificent 19th-century architecture, decoration and changing historical exhibitions.


Lincoln Memorial

2 Lincoln Memorial Cir. NW

(202) 426-6841

nps.gov/linc

National Mall

Foggy Bottom-GWU

The 19 ft. marble statue of the 16th president is flanked by inscriptions of his Second Inaugural Address and the famous Gettysburg Address.

Lincoln Park

11th & E Capitol St. NE

(202) 690-5185

nps.gov/cahi/historyculture/cahi_lincoln.htm

Capitol Hill

Eastern Market

Celebrating the abolition of slavery in the District of Columbia. The park features the Emancipation statue and the Mary McLeod Bethune statue.


Luray Caverns

101 Cave Hill Rd., Luray, VA 22835

(540) 743-6551

luraycaverns.com

Virginia

The largest and most popular caverns in Eastern America, this National Natural Landmark is located 90 miles from DC at Shenandoah National Park.


The Mansion on O & O Street Museum

2020 O St. NW

(202) 496-2000

omansion.com

Dupont Circle

Dupont Circle

Celebrating the abolition of slavery in the District of Columbia. The park features the Emancipation statue and the Mary McLeod Bethune statue.


Marine Corps Memorial Iwo Jima Statue

Route 50 near Arlington National Cemetery

Arlington, VA

(703)289-2500

nps.gov/gwmp/historyculture/usmcwarmemorial.htm

Virginia Rosslyn

One of the largest bronze statues, this memorial commemorates Marines who have died in battle since 1775.


Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

1964 Independence Ave. SW

(202) 426-6841

nps.gov/mlkm

National Mall

Foggy Bottom-GWU

Recognizes the history-making civil rights leader and serves as a lasting tribute to the freedom, opportunity and justice for which he stood.


Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Library

901 G St. NW

(202) 642-5541

dclibrary.org/eventrentals

Downtown

Gallery Pl-Chinatown, Metro Center

Plan your next annual meeting, corporate event or gala at the epicenter of cultural vibrancy in downtown Washington, DC.


Mary McLeod Bethune Statue Lincoln Park

1301 E Capitol St. SE

(202) 673-2402

nps.gov/cahi/historyculture/cahi_lincoln.htm

Capitol Hill Eastern Market

Mary McLeod Bethune’s last official DC residence and the first headquarters of the National Council of Negro Women.


Military Women’s Memorial

Memorial Ave. & Schley Dr.

Arlington, VA

(703) 892-2606

womensmemorial.org

Virginia " Arlington Cemetery

Unique event spaces in the splendor of a national memorial beautifully accommodate events from galas & conferences to film showings and ceremonies.


Mount Vernon Trail

Turkey Run Park

6250 Georgetown Pike

McLean, VA 22101

(703)285-2598

nps.gov/gwmp/planyourvisit/mtvernontrail.htm

Virginia

National Cherry


Museum of the Bible

400 4th St. SW

(866) 430-6682

museumofthebible.org

Southwest/The Wharf

Federal Center SW

Whether hosting an event for four or 400, the museum offers a unique setting with an amazing view, high-tech AV capabilities and gourmet dining.


National Aquarium

501 E Pratt St., Baltimore, MD 21202

(410) 576-3800

aqua.org

Maryland

Located in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, featuring thousands of animals. See why it is considered one of the best aquariums in the nation.


National Archives Museum

700 Pennsylvania Ave. NW

(202) 357-5000

archives.gov

National Mall

Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter

Houses the original Declaration of Independence, Constitution, Bill of Rights and more than three billion records. Free admission.


National Building Museum

401 F St. NW

(202) 272-2448

nbm.org

Penn Quarter/Chinatown Judiciary Square

Experience the awe-inspiring Great Hall, colossal 75 ft. Corinthian columns and 1,200 ft. long memorial to Civil War veterans.


National Cherry Blossom Festival

The 2021 festival will incorporate both virtual and personal experiences to be enjoyed by fans near and far.

1275 K St. NW, Ste. 1000

(202) 661-7584, (877) 44-BLOOM

nationalcherryblossomfestival.org

Downtown Smithsonian

DC’s signature springtime event features innovative programming showcasing arts and culture, environment and community spirit.


National Children's Museum

1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW

(202) 844-2486

nationalchildrensmuseum.org

Downtown Federal Triangle

Celebrate childhood with handson science, tech, engineering, arts and math learning experiences one block off the National Mall.


National Gallery of Art

4th St. & Constitution Ave. NW

(202) 737-4215

nga.gov

Downtown Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter

Permanent collection of European and American paintings, sculpture and decorative arts, plus changing exhibitions of art from around the world.


National Geographic Museum

1145 17th St. NW

(202) 857-7700

ngmuseum.org

Downtown Dupont Circle, Farragut North, Farragut West

Adventure starts here. Check out the changing exhibitions, talks, tastings and films.


National Guard Memorial Museum

1 Massachusetts Ave. NW

(202) 789-0031, (888) 226-4287

ngef.org

Capitol Hill Union Station

The museum takes visitors through 6,000 sq. ft. of artifacts, exhibits and images covering nearly 400 years of National Guard history in vivid detail.


National Inventors Hall of Fame Museum

600 Dulany St.

Alexandria, VA 22314

(571) 272-0095

invent.org/honor/hall-of-fame-museum

Virginia

Eisenhower Avenue

The National Inventors Hall of Fame Museum explores the stories and inventions of more than 540 inductees through interactive exhibits.


National Law Enforcement Museum

444 E St. NW

(202) 737-3400

lawenforcementmuseum.org

Penn Quarter/Chinatown

Judiciary Square

An immersive, interactive "walk in the shoes" experience highlighting the stories of American law enforcement.


National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial

400 7th St. NW

(202) 737-3400

lawmemorial.org

Penn Quarter/Chinatown

Judiciary Square

Marble walls display the names of more than 20,000 federal, state and local law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty dating back to 1791.


National Mall

Between Constitution & Independence Ave. SW

(202) 485-9880

nps.gov/nama

National Mall Smithsonian

A splendid green park area extending approximately two miles from the U.S. Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial, lined with museums.


National Museum of American Diplomacy

330 21st St. NW

diplomacy.state.gov

Foggy Bottom

The first museum dedicated to telling the story of American diplomacy. Exhibits open now.


National Museum of the Marine Corps

18900 Richmond Hwy.

Triangle, VA 22172

(703)432-1775

usmcmuseum.com

Virginia

Franconia-Springfield

World-class, interactive exhibits using the most innovative technology will immerse visitors in the sights and sounds of Marines in action.


National Museum of the United States Army

This museum is an incredible new destination that excites guests of all interests and ages.

1775 Liberty Dr.

Fort Belvoir, VA 22060

(800) 506-2672

armyhistory.org

Virginia

Franconia-Springfield

This is the premier space for your event, offering a memorable and one-of-a-kind experience that will enhance any function.


National Museum of Women in the Arts

1250 New York Ave. NW

(202) 783-5000, (800) 222-7270

nmwa.org

Downtown Metro Center

Multiple event spaces available in this historic landmark building. A grand, beautiful and flexible venue that houses priceless works of art.


National Park Service National Capital Region

1100 Ohio Dr. SW

nps.gov/locations/dc/parks.htm

Southwest & The Wharf

Administers the National Mall and monumental core parks that were established the same time the nation’s capital was founded in 1792.


National World War II Memorial

1750 Independence Ave. SW

wwiimemorial.com

National Mall Smithsonian

Honoring the 16 million who served during WWII and those who supported the war effort from home. Two 43 ft. arches, a 17 ft. pillar for each state.


National WWI Memorial

14th St. & Pennsylvania Ave. NW

nps.gov/nama

Downtown

Federal Triangle

Currently under development, the breathtaking memorial will serve to commemorate the 4.7 million Americans who served in WWI.


National World War II Memorial

17th St. & Independence Ave. NW

wwiimemorial.com

National Mall

Smithsonian

Honoring the 16 million who served during WWII and those who supported the war effort from home. Two 43 ft. arches, a 17 ft. pillar for each state.


The Octagon

1799 New York Ave. NW

(202) 626-7439

architectsfoundation.org/octagon-museum

Downtown

Farragut North, Farragut West

Federal Period historic house, and temporary White House during the War of 1812. An architecturally unique venue for meetings and events.


Old Korean Legation Museum in Washington D.C.

1500 13th St. NW

(202) 844-3330

oldkoreanlegation.org/en/about/welcome

Logan Circle Shaw-Howard U

Located on Logan Circle, this museum is a meaningful space that has witnessed major events in both Korean and American history.


Old Stone House

3051 M St. NW

(202) 426-6851

nps.gov/olst

Georgetown

Foggy Bottom-GWU

The oldest house in Washington, built in 1765 by a cabinet maker. Tours given by Park Rangers. Group tours available.


The Pentagon

Pentagon Tours Office, 1400 Defense Pentagon

(703) 697-1776

pentagontours.osd.mil/tours

Virginia Pentagon

Tours of the Pentagon are available to schools, educational organizations and other select groups by reservation only.


Pentagon Memorial

1 Rotary Rd., west side of the Pentagon Grounds Arlington, VA 20301

(703) 697-7351

pentagonmemorial.org

Virginia Pentagon

Designed so that the nation may remember and reflect on the events that occurred on September 11, 2001. Free and open to the public.


The Phillips Collection

1600 21st St. NW

(202) 387-2151

phillipscollection.org

Dupont Circle

Dupont Circle

Works by renowned European and American Impressionists and modern artists — Degas, Matisse, O’Keeffe, Picasso, Renoir and Rothko among them.


Planet Word Museum

925 13th St. NW

(202) 931-3139

planetwordmuseum.org

Downtown McPherson Square, Metro Center

Through playful, interactive and unique experiences, visitors of all ages discover the fun of words and language and build literacy skills.


Potomac Park

North & South of Jefferson Memorial & Tidal Basin

(202) 485-9880

National Mall Smithsonian

Between the Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial, the park includes the Tidal Basin and the beautiful cherry trees. Open daily 6 am–midnight.


President Lincoln's Cottage

140 Rock Creek Church Rd. NW

(202) 829-0436

lincolncottage.org

Petworth

Georgia Avenue-Petworth

Host your next event at President Lincoln’s Cottage, the Cradle of the Emancipation Proclamation.


Puttery

800 F St. NW

(202) 989-4300

puttery.com/locations/dc

Penn Quarter/Chinatown

Metro Center

Where fun meets friendly competition and skill comes secondary to a good time, we offer groups a fresh alternative to the putting game.


Saint John Paul II National Shrine

3900 Harewood Rd. NE

(202) 635-5400

jp2shrine.org

Brookland Brookland-CUA

Breathtaking mosaics. Worldclass exhibit on life and legacy of Pope John Paul II. Daily Mass. First-class relics. Free admission and parking.


Six Flags America

13710 Central Ave.

Upper Marlboro, MD 20774

(301) 867-0274

sixflags.com/america

Maryland

Largo Town Center

Theme park/water park located 20 minutes from DC. Open Apr.– Dec., with rides, coasters and more. Fright Fest in Oct. and Holiday in the Park in Dec.


Supreme Court of the United States

1 First St. NE

(202) 479-3050

supremecourt.gov

Capitol Hill

Capitol South, Union Station

Lectures are given in the courtroom every hour on the halfhour 9:30AM –3:30PM when court is not in session. Free admission.


Swingers, the crazy golf club – Dupont Circle

1330 19th St. NW

(202) 968-1080

swingers.club/us/locations/washington-dc/venues/dupont-circle-1

Dupont Circle

Dupont Circle

The ideal venue for a host of occasions ranging from work parties, team building, client entertaining, festive celebrations or simply a night out.


Swingers, the crazy golf club – Navy Yard

1250 Half St. SE

(202) 968-1080

swingers.club/us/locations/washington-dc/venues/navy-yard

Capitol Riverfront

Navy Yard-Ballpark

Step in and discover a world inspired by the British seaside with three crazy golf courses, cocktail bars and street food.


Theodore Roosevelt Island

George Washington Memorial Pkwy.

Rosslyn, VA 22209

(703) 289-2500

nps.gov/this

Georgetown Rosslyn

This serene island is a memorial to President Theodore Roosevelt, early champion of conservation. Two miles of trails through forest and wetlands.


Tudor Place Historic House & Garden

1644 31st St. NW

(202) 965-0400

tudorplace.org

Georgetown

Dupont Circle, Foggy Bottom-GWU

Georgetown garden gem and historic mansion offering intimate spaces for meetings, retreats, custom tours and corporate entertaining.


U.S. Capitol & Capitol Visitor Center

Senators and Representatives meet at the Capitol. Free guided tours every 15 minutes daily, 9 am–3:45 pm.

E Capitol St. & 1st St. NE

(202) 226-8000

visitthecapitol.gov

Capitol Hill Capitol South

Under the white dome, senators and representatives meet to shape U.S. policy. Free guided tours every 15 minutes in the Rotunda daily 9AM–3:45PM.


U.S. Navy Memorial

701 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Ste. 123

(202)737-2300

navymemorial.org

Downtown

Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter

Commemorates the men and women of the U.S. Navy through a memorial and museum while offering an ideal venue space for ceremonies and conferences.


Union Station

50 Massachusetts Ave. NE

(202) 289-1908

unionstationdc.com

NoMa " Union Station

The gateway to the nation’s capital. Visitors enjoy shopping, entertainment and a variety of international foods.


United States Botanic Garden

100 Maryland Ave. SW

(202) 225-8333

usbg.gov

National Mall

Federal Center SW

A living plant museum located beside the U.S. Capitol, open to the public free of charge from 10AM–5PM daily.


United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

100 Raoul Wallenberg Pl. SW

(202) 488-0400

ushmm.org

National Mall Smithsonian

This internationally acclaimed museum tells the story of the Holocaust through artifacts, films, photos and oral histories.


United States Institute of Peace

2301 Constitution Ave. NW

(202) 257-1700

usip.org

Foggy Bottom

Foggy Bottom-GWU

We are a nonpartisan, public institute founded by Congress to help prevent, mitigate, and resolve violent conflict abroad.


Vietnam Veterans Memorial

5 Henry Bacon Dr. NW

(202) 634-1568

nps.gov/vive

National Mall Foggy Bottom-GWU

The black granite walls of this moving memorial are inscribed with the names of more than 58,209 Americans missing or killed in the Vietnam War.


Vietnam Women's Memorial

21st St. & Constitution Ave. NW

(202) 426-6841

nps.gov

National Mall Foggy Bottom-GWU

Located across from the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, this bronze statue by sculptor Glenna Goodacre depicts three servicewomen and one wounded soldier.

**Washington Auto Show ★

Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 801

Mount Vernon Pl. NW

[washingtonautoshow.com](http://washingtonautoshow.com)

Penn Quarter/Chinatown

Mt Vernon Sq 7th

St-Convention Center
** Join us and see the newest vehicles, the latest concepts and innovations driving the automotive world.


**Washington Monument

15th St. & Constitution Ave. NW

[(202) 426-6841](tel:+12024266841), [(800) 967-2283](tel:(800)967-2283)

[nps.gov/wamo](http://nps.gov/wamo)

National Mall

Smithsonian
** Built to honor George Washington, the United States’ first president, the 555-foot marble obelisk towers over DC. Check their web page for updates.


**Washington National Cathedral

3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW

[(202) 537-6200](tel:+12025376200)

[cathedral.org](http://cathedral.org)

Upper Northwest

Tenleytown-AU
** A historic landmark and national treasure at one of the highest points in DC offers a range of unique spaces.


**White House

1600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW

[(202) 456-7041](tel:+12024567041)

[nps.gov/whho](http://nps.gov/whho)

Downtown

Federal Triangle, McPherson Square
** The home of every U.S. President except George Washington. Tour requests must be made through one’s member of Congress.


**White House Visitor Center

U.S. Dept. of Commerce Bldg.,

1450 Pennsylvania Ave. NW

[(202) 208-1631](tel:+12022081631)

nps.gov/whho

Downtown
** Federal Triangle, Metro Center Features many aspects of the White House, including its architecture, furnishings, first families and social events.


**Woodrow Wilson House

2340 S St. NW

[(202) 387-4062](tel:+12023874062)

[woodrowwilsonhouse.org](http://woodrowwilsonhouse.org)

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.


**The Yards

301 Water St. SE

[theyardsdc.com](http://theyardsdc.com)

Capitol Riverfront

Navy Yard
** With a wide variety of beautiful spaces along the Anacostia River, both indoors and out, The Yards is the perfect place for any event.


ATTRACTIONS PACKAGES

**The Sightseeing Pass

955 L'Enfant Plaza, North Bldg.

[(844) 400-7277](tel:+18444007277)

[sightseeingpass.com/washington-dc](http://sightseeingpass.com/washington-dc)

DC Metro Area

Union Station
** Hop-on, hop-off tours of DC aboard a fleet of new double-decker buses with informative and entertaining narration.


SMITHSONIAN MUSEUMS

**Anacostia Community Museum

1901 Fort Pl. SE

[(202) 633-4820](tel:+12026334820)

[anacostia.si.edu](http://anacostia.si.edu)

Anacostia

Anacostia
** Features changing exhibitions and programs on the effect of historical and contemporary social and cultural issues on communities.


**Discovery Theater

1100 Jefferson Dr. SW, 3rd Sublevel,

S. Dillon Ripley Center

[(202) 633-8700](tel:+12026338700)

[discoverytheater.org](http://discoverytheater.org)

National Mall

Smithsonian
** Offering more than 400 performances of 25 different programs: music, movement, storytelling, puppetry, interactive events and original dramas.


**Freer Gallery of Art and Arthur M. Sackler Gallery

1050 Independence Ave. SW

[(202) 633-1000](tel:+12026331000)

[freersackler.si.edu](http://freersackler.si.edu)

National Mall

Smithsonian
** Two outstanding collections of Asian art, including contemporary artworks from Asia and works by 19th- and 20th-century American artists.


**Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture Garden

7th St. & Independence Ave. SW

[(202) 633-1000](tel:+12026331000)

[hirshhorn.si.edu](http://hirshhorn.si.edu)

National Mall

L'Enfant Plaza
** Collection of international modern and contemporary art in a striking cylindrical museum and adjoining sculpture garden. Changing exhibitions.


**National Air and Space Museum

6th St. & Independence Ave. SW

[(202) 633-2340](tel:+12026332340)

[airandspace.si.edu/spevents](http://airandspace.si.edu/spevents)

National Mall

L'Enfant Plaza
** See many of history’s icons of flight: the Wright Flyer, the Spirit of St. Louis, SpaceShip-One, Neil Armstrong’s spacesuit and much more.


**National Air and Space Museum Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center

14390 Air & Space

Museum Pkwy.

Chantilly, VA

[(703) 572-4118](tel:+17035724118)

airandspace.si.edu

Virginia

Wiehle-Reston East
** Aviation and space artifacts in a hangar-like setting, including a Concorde, the B-29 Enola Gay and Space Shuttle Discovery. Observation tower. IMAX.


**National Museum of African American History and Culture

1400 Constitution Ave. NW

[(202) 633-1000](tel:+12026331000)

[nmaahc.si.edu](http://nmaahc.si.edu)

National Mall

Federal Triangle, Smithsonian
** The only national museum devoted to African American life, history and culture.


**National Museum of African Art

950 Independence Ave. SW

[(202) 633-4600](tel:+12026334600)

[africa.si.edu](http://africa.si.edu)

National Mall

Smithsonian
** Devoted to the collection, exhibition, conservation and study of African art. Free admission. Tours for groups and visitors with disabilities.


**National Museum of American History

1300 Constitution Ave. NW

[(202) 633-1000](tel:+12026331000)

[americanhistory.si.edu](http://americanhistory.si.edu)

National Mall

Smithsonian
** Events here provide guests with the opportunity to see the Star-Spangled Banner and Indiana Jones’ hat and whip.


**National Museum of Natural History

Constitution Ave. at 10th St. NW

[(202) 633-1000](tel:+12026331000)

[naturalhistory.si.edu/events](http://naturalhistory.si.edu/events)

National Mall

Federal Triangle, Smithsonian
** Dazzle guests with the Gem Hall, Ocean Hall, Mammals Hall, live butterflies, Hall of Human Origins, Insect Zoo and IMAX theater (admission).


**National Museum of the American Indian

3rd St. & Maryland Ave. SW

[(202) 633-6644](tel:+12026336644)

[americanindian.si.edu](http://americanindian.si.edu)

National Mall

L'Enfant Plaza
** Event spaces as diverse as its holdings and stunning views of the U.S. Capitol and the National Mall. Can accommodate events hosting 20 to 3,000.


**National Portrait Gallery

8th & F St. NW

[(202) 633-8300](tel:+12026338300)

[npg.si.edu](http://npg.si.edu)

Penn Quarter/Chinatown

Gallery Pl-Chinatown
** Introduces poets and presidents, visionaries and villains, actors and activists who have influenced American history and culture.


**National Postal Museum

2 Massachusetts Ave. NE

(202) 633-7910](tel:+12026337910)

postalmuseum.si.edu/about/host-an-event.html**

Capitol Hill

Union Station

Located next to Union Station and steps away from the U.S. Capitol and National Mall. Occupancy ranges from 20-1,100.


**Renwick Gallery of the Smithsonian American Art Museum

1700 Pennsylvania Ave. NW

[(202) 633-7970](tel:+12026337970)

[[renwick.americanart.si.edu](http://renwick.americanart.si.edu)](http://renwick.americanart.si.edu)

Downtown " Farragut West
** Recently renovated gallery features one of the country’s finest collections of American craft.


**Smithsonian American Art Museum

8th & G St. NW

[(202) 633-8534](tel:+12026338534)

americanart.si.edu

Penn Quarter/Chinatown

Gallery Pl-Chinatown
** Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner or a cocktail reception, this museum will make your event picture perfect.


**Smithsonian Associates

1100 Jefferson Dr. SW

[(202) 633-3030](tel:+12026333030)

[smithsonianassociates.org](http://smithsonianassociates.org)

National Mall

L'Enfant Plaza, Smithsonian
** Special after-hours performances, lectures, films and tours. Consult The Associates magazine for activities or go online.


**Smithsonian Folklife Festival ★

The National Mall

[(202) 633-6440](tel:+12026336440)

[festival.si.edu](http://festival.si.edu)

National Mall

Smithsonian
** Each summer the festival presents U.S. and global cultures through music, crafts, food and demonstrations.


**Smithsonian IMAX® and Planetarium

6th St. & Independence Ave. SW

[(866) 868-7774](tel:+18668687774)

[si.edu/imax](http://si.edu/imax)

National Mall

Smithsonian
** Watch stunning IMAX films on six-story screens and planetarium shows on a 77 ft. digital dome theater. See what’s playing and locations online.


**Smithsonian Office of Visitor Services

1000 Jefferson Dr. SW

[(202) 633-1000](tel:+12026331000)

[si.edu/visit](http://si.edu/visit)

National Mall

Smithsonian
** The Smithsonian Institution Building (the Castle) is home to the Smithsonian Visitor Center and exhibitions on the scale and scope of the Smithsonian.


**Smithsonian’s National Zoo

3001 Connecticut Ave. NW

[(202) 633-1000](tel:+12026331000)

[nationalzoo.si.edu](http://nationalzoo.si.edu)

Woodley Park

Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan
** Enjoy thousands of exotic animals and educational animal demonstrations on the Asia Trail, great cats, small mammals and many more.


TOURS & SIGHTSEEING

SELF GUIDED TOUR APPS

Capitol Entertainment Services, Inc.

3629 18th St. NE

(202) 636-9203

washington-dc-tours.com

DC Metro Area

DC GPS tour guide app.

Automatically plays the tour site audios and videos as you drive or walk past the tour sites using a smartphone.


**Capitol Entertainment Services, Inc.

[(202) 636-9203](tel:+12026369203)

[washington-dc-tours.com](http://washington-dc-tours.com)

DC Metro Area

DC GPS tour guide app.
** Automatically plays the tour site audios and videos as you drive or walk past the tour sites using a smartphone.

**UCPlaces

[(703) 672-3703](tel:+17036723703)

[ucplaces.com](http://ucplaces.com)

DC Metro Area
** Perfect tool for business travelers. Free walking and driving tours from your phone on your schedule even between meetings. Download the UCPlaces app.


BIKE, SEGWAY TOURS & RENTALS

**City Segway Tours of Washington, DC

502 23rd St. NW

[(202) 626-0017](tel:+12026260017), [(877) 734-8687](tel:(877)734-8687)

[citysegwaytours.com/washington-dc](http://citysegwaytours.com/washington-dc)

DC Metro Area

Foggy Bottom-GWU
** An up-close and personal tour of the nation’s capital on bikes as well as the fun and innovative Segway personal transporter.


**DC Cycling Concierge

[(202) 798-2453](tel:+12027982453), [(202) 445-4415](tel:(202)445-4415)

[dccyclingconcierge.com](http://dccyclingconcierge.com)

DC Metro Area
** Customized bicycle tours for your group or event. Each ride tailored to the interests, pace and needs of your clients, led by DC’s best bike guide.


**Unlimited Biking

998 Maine Ave. SW

[(202) 842-2453](tel:+12028422453)

[unlimitedbiking.com](http://unlimitedbiking.com)

Southwest & The Wharf

L'Enfant Plaza
** Customized bike and Segway tours for private groups of any size. The most fun and efficient way to see the DC area.


BOAT TOURS & RENTALS

**Boating in DC

3500 Water St. NW

[(202) 337-9642](tel:+12023379642)

[boatingindc.com](http://boatingindc.com)

Georgetown

Foggy Bottom-GWU, Rosslyn
** Enjoy your team-building activity on the water just like the Washington Capitals. Boating in DC offers private group rentals, tours and classes.


**Embark DC Boat Tours

600 Water St. SW

[(202) 570-2410](tel:+12025702410)

[embarkdc.com](http://embarkdc.com)

DC Metro Area

L'Enfant Plaza
** See DC differently. They offer private boat tours from marinas in DC, Maryland and Virginia. Captained cruises are customized just for you.


Georgetown Heritage
1000 Potomac St. NW
georgetownheritage.org
Georgetown
Foggy Bottom-GWU, Rosslyn

The Georgetown C&O Canal boat tour experience.


Potomac Paddle Club
3100 K St. NW
(202) 656-3336
potomacpaddleclub.com
Georgetown
Foggy Bottom-GWU

This BYOB cycleboat seats up to 16 passengers. It is perfect for outings with friends, family and colleagues or for birthday parties, reunions, etc.


Tall Ship Providence
950 Wharf St. SW
(703) 772-8483
tallshipprovidence.org
Southwest & The Wharf
L'Enfant Plaza

Enjoy your own private sail aboard Providence. Ideal for weddings, rehearsal dinners, anniversaries, corporate events and other special occasions.

CULINARY TOURS

Blue Fern Travel
(888) 697-2693
blueferntravel.com
DC Metro Area
U Street/African-Amer Civil War Memorial/Cardozo

Discover the stories of DC’s iconic neighborhoods told through a multi-course walking food tour. Taste the District.


Mangia DC Food Tours
(202) 838-1900
mangiadc.com
Dupont Circle
Dupont Circle

Walk and learn about history, architecture and culture while enjoying tastings from locally owned and family-run eateries.

CUSTOM TOURS

Academic Travel Abroad
(202) 785-9000
academic-travel.com
Dupont Circle
Farragut North, Farragut West

Custom pre/post-conference educational programs and tours that take you behind the scenes of your industry–medicine, law, education and more.


Adventure DC Tricycle Tours
(202) 515-0307
adventuredctours.com
National Mall

Offers tours of historic DC via tricycle of all that is awesome and great in Washington, DC.


DC Ghosts
(202) 810-0709
dcghosts.com
National Mall
McPherson Square, Metro Center

Offering entertaining and informative walking ghost tours across 8 locations.


DC Insider Tours
(202) 744-4809
dcinsidertours.com
Downtown

DC’s premiere boutique walking tour company delivers once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Put on your walking shoes and prepare to be awestruck.


DC Military Tours
(703) 407-6663
dcmilitarytour.com
DC Metro Area

Washington’s only veteran-owned and operated military historical tour company. Get behind the scenes access to historic DC sites on a private tour.


EF Explore America
(888) 960-1649
efexploreamerica.com
Downtown Farragut North

Specializing in daily, lectured sightseeing tours of DC, including trolley tours, double-decker tours and historic day trips.

Fiat Luxe Tours
(202) 922-0028
fiatluxetours.com
Georgetown Dupont Circle

An award-winning luxury tour company specializing in private tours of DC’s most iconic sites. Let us illuminate all this city has to offer.


Ghost City Tours
(855) 999-9026
ghostcitytours.com/washington-dc
DC Metro Area

Washington, DC is one of the most haunted cities in the United States. Join Ghost City Tours and find out who or what haunts the streets.


Group Tour Company
(202) 955-5667, (800) 424-8895 grouptourcompany.com
Downtown

Custom-designed itineraries. Licensed guides (all languages), plus arrangements for meals, transportation and hotels. 24- hour service.


Guide Service of Washington
(202) 628-2842
dctourguides.com
Downtown

A professional association of more than 350 licensed tour guides who work independently or through various tour companies.


Guild of Professional Tour Guides of Washington, DC
(240) 994-2573
washingtondctourguides.com
Downtown

A professional organization with over 425 licensed professional tour guides focusing on tourism in the nation’s capital.


Historic America
(202) 870-3731
historicamerica.org
Downtown

Equipped with sensory and multimedia enhancements, our guides bring the past to life. Don’t just visit the sites, experience the story.

Kathleen Bashian: Professional Tour Guide
(703) 862-0008
tour-dc.com
Virginia

Custom tours led by a Certified Master Guide of the Guild of Professional Tour Guides. Tours are carefully curated to enrich your group’s experience.


Need to See DC, LLC
(301) 717-1168
DC Metro Area

Providing first class, insider’s view, on your private guided tour including DC’s majestic sights and local charms.


Rent-A-Tour
(410) 464-7994
rentatour.com
DC Metro Area

Providing Capital Region (DC, Baltimore and Annapolis) itinerary planning and professional guide services for groups and individuals.


Washington En Français
washingtonenfrancais.com
National Mall

Guided walking tours in French of Washington, DC.

WashingTours & Events
washingtours.net
Dupont Circle

Tour services in French, Spanish, Italian and German. On-site services during special events. Certified tour guide trainer and special event planner.


WeVenture
(202) 810-1700
we-venture.com/washington-dc
Downtown

Sustainable, ultra-local, small group tours for those who really want to connect with a destination.


Worldstrides
(434) 982-8600, (800) 999-7676
worldstrides.com
Virginia

Student travel specialist with more than 25 years of experience.

REGULARLY SCHEDULED TOURS

Arlington National Cemetery Tours
1 Memorial Ave.
Arlington, VA
(202) 719-2424
arlingtontours.com
Virginia
Arlington Cemetery

There are more than 600 acres of hallowed ground which are best explored aboard our trams with an experiences guide.


Big Bus Tours Washington DC ★
3350 New York Ave. NE
(202) 929-5747
bigbustours.com/washington
Downtown Union Station

Experience your very own exclusive group tour of the city. See the historic sites with your private party in a safe, two-story open-top bus.


City Brew Tours DC
(202) 759-TOUR
citybrewtours.com/dc
Downtown

Behind-the-scenes brewery tours and tastings at DC’s best. VIP access to multiple breweries with meals and transportation. Virtual events offered.


Comedy Walks DC Tours
(301) 602-6130
comedywalksdc.com
DC Metro Area
Farragut North, Farragut West

Be ready for historical to be turned into hysterical. Their tours are led by professional stand-up comedians using Washington, DC as their stage.

Monuments by Moonlight Night Tour
50 Massachusetts Ave. NE
(202) 729-8072
trolleytours.com/washingtondc/night-tours
Capitol Hill

There is no better way to unwind after a day of meetings than aboard a moonlight tour of Washington, DC.


Old Town Trolley Tours
1001 E St. NW
(202) 729-8072
trolleytours.com/washingtondc
NoMa Union Station

One-of-a-kind, off-the-beaten-path experiences to help visitors and locals explore DC. Tours of the city’s secrets or something a little adventurous.


USA Guided Tours
(202) 733-7376
usaguidedtours.com
Downtown
Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter, Capitol South

Quality sightseeing tours and superior black car and specialty transportation, in and around Washington, DC. Ride and explore today.

ART GALLERIES

Glenstone
12100 Glen Rd.
Potomac, MD
(301) 983-5001
glenstone.org
Maryland

Integrating art, architecture and nature. Explore contemporary art, outdoor sculptures and 300 acres. Schedule your free visit online.


Long View Gallery
1234 9th St. NW
(202) 232-4788
longviewgallerydc.com
Shaw
Mt Vernon Sq 7th St-Convention Center

5,000 sq. ft. of interior space with two flexible halls, impeccable lighting and all the smart tech to raise your next event to an art form.

BREWERIES, DISTILLERIES & WINERIES

Bluejacket
300 Tingey St. SE
(202) 524-4862
bluejacketdc.com
Capitol Riverfront
Navy Yard

Home to a 200-seat restaurant and barroom featuring a constantly rotating selection of 20 Bluejacket beers and five cask ales.


City Winery
1350 Okie St. NE
(202) 250-2531
citywinery.com/washingtondc
Ivy City
Rhode Island Avenue-Brentwood

Striving to deliver the highest-end culinary and cultural experience to customers who are passionate in sharing wine, music and arts.


DC Brau Brewing Company
3178-B Bladensburg Rd. NE
(202) 621-8890
dcbrau.com
Ivy City
Brookland-CUA, Rhode Island
Avenue-Brentwood

Brew up something different for your next meeting or party. This brewery is the perfect spot for casual group gatherings or larger events.


District Winery
385 Water St. SE
(202) 484-9210
districtwinery.com
Capitol Riverfront
Navy Yard

Looking for unique team building or client entertaining ideas? Inquire about private group virtual wine tastings.


Metropolitan Beer Trail
nomabid.org/metropolitanbeer-trail
NoMa NoMa-Gallaudet U

Looking for a great team building activity or off-site activity to add to your next conference? Explore DC’s first ale trail.

Right Proper Brewing Company–Brookland Production House
914 Girard St. NE
(202) 526-5904
rightproperbrewing.com
Brookland
Brookland-CUA

Brookland Tasting Room offers a view of the production brewery in a cozy space filled with reclaimed cherry wood and local art.


Right Proper Brewing Company
624 T St. NW
(202) 607-2337
rightproperbrewing.com
Shaw Shaw-Howard U

A neighborhood brewery and restaurant in a fun and welcoming space filled with art murals from local artists.

SPORTS & RECREATION

Audi Field
100 Potomac Ave. SW
audifielddc.com
Capitol Riverfront
Navy Yard

Audi Field’s wide variety of spaces and sleek, modern design make the stadium a great location for conferences and meetings.


BikramYogaWorks x DRIPT Wellness Lounge
1510 Okie St. NE
(301) 699-1300
bikramyogaworks.com
DC Metro Area

A boutique fitness and wellness community based in the Ivy City neighborhood.


Capital One Arena ★
601 F St. NW
(202) 628-3200
capitalonearena.com
Penn Quarter/Chinatown
Gallery Pl-Chinatown

Experience over 220 sporting events, concerts and family shows each year. A 20,000-seat sports and entertainment complex.

Citi Open/Washington Tennis & Education Foundation
Rock Creek Tennis Center, 16th
St. & Kennedy St. NW
(202) 721-9500
citiopentennis.com
Upper Northwest
Van Ness - UDC

One of the top 20 tennis tournaments in the world, serving up the heat all week long at Rock Creek Park.


Dream Aero
7101 Democracy Blvd.
Bethesda, MD
dream.aero
Maryland
Grosvenor-Strathmore

Invite your friends and family or colleagues on a trip across the skies with the full flight simulator of a Boeing 737.


East Potomac Golf Links
972 Ohio Dr. SW
(Ohio Dr. at Hains Point)
(202) 554-7660
playdcgolf.com
Southwest & The Wharf

Offers 36-holes, of golf and much more. 100 stall driving range, historic miniature golf, foot golf and the Play DC Golf Academy.


Entertainment and Sports Arena
1100 Oak Dr. SE
(202) 249-3000 esaontherise.com
Congress Heights
Congress Heights

This new 118,000 sq. ft. venue serves as the home court for the WNBA Washington Mystics and the official practice facility for the Wizards.


Five Iron Golf
575 7th St. NW
(202) 559-9999
fiveirongolf.com/washingtondc
Penn Quarter/Chinatown
Gallery Pl-Chinatown

The nation’s leading indoor golf and entertainment experience.

The Golf Club at Lansdowne
44050 Woodridge Pkwy.
Leesburg, VA
(703) 729-8400
destinationhotels.com/lansdowne-resort
Virginia

Discover the good life of DC’s wine country with 45 holes of championship golf designed by renowned architects Robert Trent Jones II and Greg Norman.


Langston Golf Course
2600 Benning Rd. NE
(202) 397-8638
playdcgolf.com
H St. NE Stadium-Armory

Historic 18-hole course and driving range, celebrated for its contributions to black golf.


Marine Corps Marathon
PO Box 188
Quantico, VA
(800) RUN-USMC
marinemarathon.com

On the last Sunday in October, cheer and be inspired as 30,000 runners participate in “The People’s Marathon.”


RFK Memorial Stadium
2400 E. Capitol St. SE
(202) 547-9077
eventsdc.com/venues/rfkstadium.aspx
Capitol Hill
Stadium-Armory

Formerly the home of the Washington Commanders, this outdoor arena now hosts a variety of local sporting events, cultural festivities and concerts.


Rock Creek Park
(202) 895-6000
nps.gov/rocr
Georgetown

Rustic expanse of 1,754 acres by Rock Creek with riding stables, tennis courts, 30 picnic areas, golf course, art gallery, nature center and trails.

Rock Creek Park Golf
6100 16th St. NW, Rock Creek
Park
(202) 882-7332
playdcgolf.com
Upper Northwest
Georgia Avenue-Petworth

Get out of the city without getting out of the city. Enjoy the beauty of nature playing our 9-hole course or 5-hole loop.


Rock Creek Tennis Center
4850 Colorado Ave. NW
(202) 722-5949
rockcreektennis.com
Upper Northwest

A tennis facility operated by Guest Services, Inc. and authorized for concession by the National Park Service. Open daily 7AM–11PM.


Topgolf National Harbor
6400 Clipper Way
Oxon Hill, MD
(301) 686-8240
topgolf.com/us/national-harbor
Maryland

Entertain clients and colleagues in a non-corporate setting. The all-inclusive packages include game play, food, drinks and a dedicated staff member.


Washington Capitals ★
601 F St. NW, Capital One Arena
(202) 266-2277
washingtoncaps.com
Penn Quarter/Chinatown
Gallery Pl-Chinatown

NHL action at its finest. Season runs from Oct. through Apr. Ticket prices are $10-$99. Great group outings available.


Washington Commanders
1600 FedEx Way, FedExField
Landover, MD
(301) 276-6800
commanders.com
Maryland
Morgan Boulevard

One of the NFL’s most dominant teams of the past quarter century with three Super Bowl championships.

Washington Mystics ★
1100 Oak Dr. SE, Entertainment and Sports Arena
(202) 527-7540
washingtonmystics.com
Congress Heights
Congress Heights

This WNBA team now plays at the new Entertainment and Sports Arena in Southeast DC. Look no further for a great summer activity.


Washington Nationals ★
Nationals Park, 1500 S.
Capitol St. SE
(202) 640-7646
nationals.com
Capitol Riverfront
Navy Yard

Complete your American experience by enjoying the National Pastime in the Nation’s Capital! Use code VISITDC for up to 15% off tickets.


Washington Wizards ★
601 F St. NW, Capital One Arena
(202) 661-5050
washingtonwizards.com
Penn Quarter/Chinatown
Gallery Pl-Chinatown

NBA action at its best. 41 home games played at the Capital One Arena. Season runs Nov.-Apr. Discounted ticket offers for select Wizards games.

SHOPPING & SPAS

SHOPS & BOUTIQUES

Crystal Café by Faith2Felicity
164 Waterfront St.
National Harbor, MD
(301) 835-4890
faith2felicity.com
Maryland

We’ll take you on a journey in jewelry where you’ll leave with your own beautiful healing necklace or multi-strand bracelet. Great for team building.

Downtown Holiday Market
F St. between 7th & 9th St. NW
(202) 215-6993
downtownholidaymarket.com
Gallery Pl-Chinatown

A unique, festive outdoor shopping experience featuring 150 artisans, boutique businesses and live performances in Downtown DC for 30 days.


The Flea Market at Eastern Market
7th & C St. SE
(202) 543-3370
easternmarket.net
Eastern Market
Eastern Market

Celebrating 37 years hosting exhibitors from five continents and Made-In-DC small businesses. Shop the finest Flea in DC every Sunday.


Jo Malone London
996 I (Eye) St. NW
(202) 789-4239
jomalone.com
Penn Quarter/Chinatown
Metro Center

Discover how to fill your life with scent. British bespoke fragrances, candles and bath and body care. For her. For him. For the home.


Kramers
1517 Connecticut Ave. NW
(202) 387-1400
kramers.com
Dupont Circle
Dupont Circle

Full-service restaurant and bar. Independent bookstore. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch. Open early and late; 24 hrs Fri. and Sat.


Love DC
(202) 210-5716
facebook.com/lovedcbrand
DC Metro Area

Welcome to LOVE DC. We are here to help you commemorate your experience.

MarketSW
4th & M St. SW
(202) 215-6993
marketswdc.com
Southwest & The Wharf
Waterfront

DC’s first night market. Features art, food, flea and fun. Plus live music and beer garden. Alternate Fridays at The Lot SW.


Smithsonian Museum Shops
600 Maryland Ave. SW
(202) 633-6080
smithsonian.org
Downtown
Smithsonian

From modern art to model airplanes, from the Ice Age to freeze-dried ice cream. Discover a tax-free world of gifts, crafts, books, jewelry and toys.


Union Market
1309 5th St. NE
(202) 902-2698 unionmarketdc.com
NoMa
NoMa-Gallaudet U

A sustainable urban community in DC and an epicenter of culinary creativity with over 40 local culinary concepts.


Vera Bradley
6800 Oxon Hill Rd., Ste. 795
National Harbor, MD
(240) 724-6464
verabradley.com
Maryland

A leading designer of women’s cotton quilted handbags and accessories, luggage and travel items, eyewear, stationery and gifts.


The Wharf
735 Water St. SW
(202) 688-3590
wharfdc.com
Southwest & The Wharf
L'Enfant Plaza, Waterfront

The best restaurants and shops in DC have found a new home at The Wharf. Enjoy fine dining, eclectic bars, the historic Municipal Fish Market and more.

White House Gifts
701 15th St. NW
(202) 737-9500
whitehousegifts.com
Downtown
McPherson Square

One of the largest souvenir retailers in the DC area. With purchase, you can take your photo behind the replica Oval Desk.

MALLS, OUTLETS & SHOPPING DISTRICTS

CityCenterDC
825 10th St. NW
(202) 289-9000
citycenterdc.com
Penn Quarter/Chinatown
Metro Center

Downtown’s signature neighborhood where an unmatched mix of world-class shops and restaurants blend for a vibrant urban experience.


Dulles International and Reagan National Airports Shopping and Dining
Ronald Reagan Washington
National Airport, Terminal A, Ste. 282
(703) 572-5080
marketplacedevelopment.com
Virginia
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport

Manages the retail and restaurant programs at Dulles International Airport and Reagan National Airport.


L’Enfant Plaza
429 L’Enfant Plaza SW
(202) 485-3300
lenfantplaza.com
National Mall
L'Enfant Plaza

A restaurant and shopping destination with over 20 food court eateries located just two blocks south of the Smithsonian Castle.

Reston Town Center
11900 Market St.
Reston, VA
(703) 579-6720
restontowncenter.com
Virginia
Wiehle-Reston East

"A downtown for the 21st century,” with more than 60 stylish shops, 30 renowned restaurants, a multi-screen cinema and a premier hotel.


Tanger Outlets–National Harbor
6800 Oxon Hill Rd.
National Harbor, MD
(301) 567-3880
tangeroutlet.com/nationalharbor
Maryland

Offers the nation’s capital and its visitors the best in outlet shopping including some 85 brand-name outlets.


Tysons Corner Center
1961 Chain Bridge Rd.
Tysons, VA
(703) 893-9400, (888) 2-TYSONS
tysonscornercenter.com
Virginia Tysons Corner

DC’s premier shopping mall with Bloomingdale’s, Macy’s, Nordstrom, American Girl, AMC Theatres and 300+ shops and restaurants.


Visit National Harbor
165 Waterfront St. National Harbor, MD
(301) 203-4170, (877) NATL-HBR
nationalharbor.com
w Maryland Branch Avenue

Vibrant waterfront destination featuring hotels, restaurants, entertainment venues, shops, residences, offices, tree-lined promenades and public art.


Westfield Montgomery Mall
7101 Democracy Blvd.
Bethesda, MD
(301) 469-6000, (301) 469-6025
westfield.com/montgomery
Maryland

Home to over 190 specialty stores including Nordstrom, Zara and Macy’s. Enjoy a day of shopping, bowling and dining at this energetic location.

SPAS & SALONS

Argentta Spa
2650 Virginia Ave. NW
(202) 838-4503, (877) 510-2689 facebook.com/argenttaspadc
Foggy Bottom
Foggy Bottom-GWU

Luxury spa with indoor pool, sauna, steam room and 24-hour fitness center.


Lansdowne
44050 Woodridge Pkwy. Leesburg, VA
(703) 729-8400, (800) 541-4801
lansdowneresort.com
Virginia
Wiehle-Reston East

Discover the good life of DC’s wine country. Experience the newly renovated rooms, vast flexible meeting space and unparalleled amenities.

Salamander Resort & Spa
500 N Pendleton St.
Middleburg, VA
(540) 687-9720, (540) 687-3600
salamanderresort.com
Virginia

One of the most unique and luxurious meeting destinations in the country. Situated on 340 acres in historic Middleburg.


Shoreham Spa & Sports Club
2500 Calvert St. NW
(202) 756-5199 omnihotels.com
Woodley Park
Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams
Morgan

Experience luxury with a European sensibility and an array of treatments designed to refresh and rejuvenate mind, body and spirit.

The Spa at Four Seasons
2800 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
(202) 342-0444
fourseasons.com/washington/spa
Georgetown
Foggy Bottom-GWU

An array of relaxing services. Noted as one of the Top 5 Luxury Spas Not to Be Missed in DC in 2017 by Forbes. Synonymous with excellence.

The Spa at Mandarin Oriental
1330 Maryland Ave. SW
(202) 787-6100
mandarinoriental.com/washington/luxury-spa
Southwest & The Wharf
Situated over the pier and waves of the Potomac River, our spa features four treatment rooms, one couple room, a nail salon and luxury showers.

The Willard Spa

1401 Pennsylvania Ave. NW

(202) 942-2700

thewillardspa.com

Downtown " Metro Center

Wellness is not something to be conquered but to be experienced. Escape to a revitalizing oasis.

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