Washington DC Event Planner Guide - Do NOT DELETE
In The Neighborhoods
2017-03-30 08:08:22
Go beyond the National Mall and experience DC like a local.
EXPLORE DC'S DISTINCT NEIGHBORHOODS
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Continue your exploration of DC’s neighborhoods, including info on all there is to see and do.
Library of Congress Photo by Dewita Soeharjono
CAPITOL HILL
Known as the home of the U.S. Capitol, the Library of Congress and the Supreme Court, Capitol Hill is a fantastic neighborhood for dining. Try the fried chicken at Art & Soul, the buckwheat pancakes at Eastern Market and the mussels at Belga Café on Barracks Row.
The Yards Park
CAPITOL RIVERFRONT
Warm weather means Washington Nationals games in Capitol Riverfront, an area that continues to evolve. Enjoy a scenic stroll through The Yards Park before indulging in the regional Italian cuisine served at Osteria Morini and sweet tooth-satisfying treats at Ice Cream Jubilee.
Adams Morgan
ADAMS MORGAN
Eclectic and vibrant, Adams Morgan features one of the best bar scenes in the District and showcases creativity via record stores and fashionable boutiques. Have a cocktail at Roofers Union, score vintage threads at Meeps, shop for vinyl at Smash! And groove to the live blues at Madam’s Organ.
Cedar Hill, photo by Walter Smalling for the Historic American Buildings Survey/Wikimedia Commons
ANACOSTIA
Rich with African American history, Anacostia highlights include Cedar Hill, the home of Frederick Douglass, and Smithsonian’s Anacostia Community Museum. The Anacostia Riverwalk Trail makes for great outdoor recreation. Catch art exhibitions and many performances for free at the Anacostia Arts Center.
Shakespeare Theatre Company Photo by Daniel Lobo
PENN QUARTER & CHINATOWN
This neighborhood serves as DC’s main entertainment center, with sports games and star-studded concerts filling Verizon Center while Shakespeare Theatre Company hosts acclaimed performances just across the street. For dinner, grab drinks and American fare at Penn Commons or enjoy a taste of South America at Del Campo.
Sights of Georgetown
GEORGETOWN
The quaint streets of Georgetown, like M Street and Cady's Alley, might as well be paved with gold. Learn DC’s history at Tudor Place and Old Stone House before enjoying the wealth of modern shopping options. A trip to Washington Harbour and a meal at Tony & Joe's Seafood Place are two more must-dos.
Courtesy of The Phillips Collection, Washington, DC. Photo by Max Hirshfeld
DUPONT CIRCLE
Centered around an iconic and gorgeous fountain, Dupont Circle is a cultural hub. You can visit America’s first museum of modern art, The Phillips Collection, browse books and sip a latte at Kramerbooks & Afterwords Cafe and bask in evening laughs at DC Improv.
9:30 Club
U STREET
Once known as “Black Broadway,” U Street’s fascinating past informs its vibrant present. Hear live music at 9:30 Club, Howard Theatre or U Street Music Hall, and try a delicious half-smoke from the legendary Ben’s Chili Bowl.
CityCenterDC
DOWNTOWN
DC’s dynamic downtown features cultural attractions such as the National Museum of Women in the Arts and the Renwick Gallery. Fill up shopping bags at high-end stores like kate spade new york and Louis Vuitton, and dine in style at Daniel Boulud’s DBGB Kitchen & Bar or at Fig & Olive, all inside CityCenterDC.
H Street
H STREET NE
You can fit a lot into a 1.5-mile stretch of DC. Check out restaurant/coffeehouse/retail shop Maketto (order the fried chicken) and see a show at Rock & Roll Hotel. H Street also features the DC Streetcar, back after a 50-plus year hiatus.
Espita Mezcaleria
SHAW
Situated near downtown, Shaw is at the forefront of the DC dining revolution. Grab a seat at Table for outstanding farm-to-table fare, or stroll through Blagden Alley, which is ripe with restaurants and coffee shops. Venture to Espita Mezcaleria for inventive southern Mexican cuisine and drinks with a kick, or try sweet treats at Buttercream Bakeshop.
Union Market, photo by Elvert Barnes
NOMA
NoMa stands for “North of Massachusetts Avenue,” and the neighborhood is as hip as its name. Union Market is a DC gem, featuring delicious bites and unique wares from local artisans. Nearby, cool down with gelato from the Dolcezza Factory and marvel at the jaw-dropping architecture inside the recently renovated Union Station.
Babrak Pakravan, Bar Manager at Penn Commons, on Penn Quarter's evolution: “This neighborhood has grown so much over the years, and there are so many great restaurants to explore. It all feels connected, which makes for an awesome experience.” #MyDCcool @PennCommonsDC
Amanda McClements, Owner of Salt & Sundry, on visiting the NoMa neighborhood: “Exploring on foot is the best way to get a real taste of the neighborhood. Start at Union Market, and plan to spend a few hours taking it all in. And visit some of the new distilleries in the area.” #MyDCcool @metrocurean
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