Guidebook for Washington
Sightseeing
The U.S. Capitol is a must-see during any visit to Washington, DC.
670 locals recommend
United States Capitol
First Street SoutheastThe U.S. Capitol is a must-see during any visit to Washington, DC.
The Jefferson Building of the Library of Congress is a beautiful building inside and out --the Main Reading Room and gift shop are worth stopping in for a visit. Across the street from the Capitol.
314 locals recommend
Library of Congress
101 Independence Ave SEThe Jefferson Building of the Library of Congress is a beautiful building inside and out --the Main Reading Room and gift shop are worth stopping in for a visit. Across the street from the Capitol.
A beautiful architectural tribute to U.S. President Abraham Lincoln, the memorial is especially beautiful lit up at night.
1111 locals recommend
National Mall
A beautiful architectural tribute to U.S. President Abraham Lincoln, the memorial is especially beautiful lit up at night.
This memorial to US President Thomas Jefferson overlooks the reflecting pool and is surrounded by the world famous cherry blossom trees that bloom in the Spring. Paddle boat rental also available.
258 locals recommend
Thomas Jefferson Memorial Bookstore
16 E Basin Dr SWThis memorial to US President Thomas Jefferson overlooks the reflecting pool and is surrounded by the world famous cherry blossom trees that bloom in the Spring. Paddle boat rental also available.
One of the Smithsonian's most unique museums, the main location of the Air and Space Museum is definitely worth a visit whether you are 5 or 95 or anywhere in between.
809 locals recommend
National Air and Space Museum
600 Independence Ave SWOne of the Smithsonian's most unique museums, the main location of the Air and Space Museum is definitely worth a visit whether you are 5 or 95 or anywhere in between.
This private musuem is a hit with kids and adults alike. Definitely worth a visit and the optional spy experience is also well worth it.
231 locals recommend
International Spy Museum
700 L'Enfant Plaza SWThis private musuem is a hit with kids and adults alike. Definitely worth a visit and the optional spy experience is also well worth it.
One of the newest Memorial's on the National Mall, the World War II Memorial is a moving tribute to the members of the Greatest Generation who served in all military theatres of operation in WWII.
104 locals recommend
World War II Memorial
1750 Independence Ave SWOne of the newest Memorial's on the National Mall, the World War II Memorial is a moving tribute to the members of the Greatest Generation who served in all military theatres of operation in WWII.
This memorial consists of life-sized individual statues of a squad on patrol during the Korean War. Very moving.
56 locals recommend
Korean War Veterans Memorial
900 Ohio Dr SWThis memorial consists of life-sized individual statues of a squad on patrol during the Korean War. Very moving.
The highest court in the land --walk by after a tour of the Capitol or take an organized tour.
159 locals recommend
Supreme Court of the United States
1 First St NEThe highest court in the land --walk by after a tour of the Capitol or take an organized tour.
A new memorial to those who have served in the United States Air Force. A beautiful modern building-sized sculpture mimic fighter aircraft soaring towards the skies in bomb burst formation.
48 locals recommend
Air Force Memorial
1 Air Force Memorial DrA new memorial to those who have served in the United States Air Force. A beautiful modern building-sized sculpture mimic fighter aircraft soaring towards the skies in bomb burst formation.
A must visit and local Capitol Hill institution. On Saturdays, fresh farm fruits and vegetables, crafts, jewelry, antique furniture, photographs, art, pottery....you name it.
699 locals recommend
Eastern Market
225 7th St SEA must visit and local Capitol Hill institution. On Saturdays, fresh farm fruits and vegetables, crafts, jewelry, antique furniture, photographs, art, pottery....you name it.
The White House South Lawn
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NWThis one pretty much goes without saying...
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
5 Henry Bacon Dr NWShopping
CVS
645 H St NEThe nearest pharmacy to the house --2 block walk.
Whole Foods Market
600 H St NEFood Scene
Wonderful food and a fun atmosphere on 8th Street, SE/Barracks Row. Known for their mezze - Greek tapas and Mediterranean food. Popular, so reservations are a good idea. Try the mojitos as well
104 locals recommend
Cava Mezze
527 8th St SEWonderful food and a fun atmosphere on 8th Street, SE/Barracks Row. Known for their mezze - Greek tapas and Mediterranean food. Popular, so reservations are a good idea. Try the mojitos as well
Great seafood, oysters, a world class lobster roll and homemade onion rings. Great cocktails as well and the Eddy Bar towards the back of the restaurant is good and popular as well.
68 locals recommend
Hank's Oyster Bar
633 Pennsylvania Avenue SoutheastGreat seafood, oysters, a world class lobster roll and homemade onion rings. Great cocktails as well and the Eddy Bar towards the back of the restaurant is good and popular as well.
Tasty and large made to order salads and wraps --to eat in or to go. A good place to stop for lunch or a light dinner after touring the Capitol, Library of Congress, or walking on the Mall.
23 locals recommend
sweetgreen Capitol Hill
221 Pennsylvania Avenue SoutheastTasty and large made to order salads and wraps --to eat in or to go. A good place to stop for lunch or a light dinner after touring the Capitol, Library of Congress, or walking on the Mall.
A fun, modern dim sim and Chinese small plate restaurant in Chinatown/Penn Quarter. Popular, so reservations are recommended.
20 locals recommend
Ping Pong Dim Sum
900 7th Street NorthwestA fun, modern dim sim and Chinese small plate restaurant in Chinatown/Penn Quarter. Popular, so reservations are recommended.
Great diner food in a fun atmosphere at moderate DC prices. Breakfast all day. Very popular with all ages, so best to get there at non-peak times.
425 locals recommend
Ted's Bulletin
505 8th St SEGreat diner food in a fun atmosphere at moderate DC prices. Breakfast all day. Very popular with all ages, so best to get there at non-peak times.
This is the Dupont Circle location, but there is also one on M Street, NW in the heart of Georgetown. Great homemade Neopolitan-style pizza & extensive beer list. You'll eat your crusts! :)
109 locals recommend
Pizzeria Paradiso
2003 P St NWThis is the Dupont Circle location, but there is also one on M Street, NW in the heart of Georgetown. Great homemade Neopolitan-style pizza & extensive beer list. You'll eat your crusts! :)
Great hamburgers, homemade shakes, wedge salads from Top Chef TV show alum Spike. Popular with locals, Hill staffers and tourists, they are open late. Try the Toasted Marshmallow Shake.
110 locals recommend
Good Stuff Eatery
303 Pennsylvania Ave. SEGreat hamburgers, homemade shakes, wedge salads from Top Chef TV show alum Spike. Popular with locals, Hill staffers and tourists, they are open late. Try the Toasted Marshmallow Shake.
Zaytinya
701 9th St NWOutstanding Mediterranean food and mezze (tapas).
Inventive, delicious food in a warm and friendly atmosphere. One of DC's hottest restaurants --get there early or very late to avoid a long wait. But worth it!
303 locals recommend
Rose's Luxury
717 8th St SEInventive, delicious food in a warm and friendly atmosphere. One of DC's hottest restaurants --get there early or very late to avoid a long wait. But worth it!
The best Ethiopian food in Washington --on H Street, NE and walkable from the house.
147 locals recommend
Ethiopic Restaurant
401 H St NEThe best Ethiopian food in Washington --on H Street, NE and walkable from the house.
Famous for their mussels and frites (French fries), this place doesn't look like much from the outside, but do not be fooled. Amazing food and a nice dining experience.
169 locals recommend
Granville Moore's
1238 H St NEFamous for their mussels and frites (French fries), this place doesn't look like much from the outside, but do not be fooled. Amazing food and a nice dining experience.
Great local coffee house -easy several block walk and on the way to Union Station.
60 locals recommend
Ebenezers Coffeehouse
201 F St NEGreat local coffee house -easy several block walk and on the way to Union Station.
Le Diplomate
1601 14th St NWA great French bistro in the Dupont Circle neighborhood.
A coffee house, french bakery, and Taiwanese fusion restaurant all in one very cool place. Great place for a dim sum brunch, to grab a coffee and/or pastry, and a fun, hip lunch or dinner spot.-do not miss the Taiwanese fried chicken!
284 locals recommend
Maketto
1351 H St NEA coffee house, french bakery, and Taiwanese fusion restaurant all in one very cool place. Great place for a dim sum brunch, to grab a coffee and/or pastry, and a fun, hip lunch or dinner spot.-do not miss the Taiwanese fried chicken!
Everything Else
Washington D.C.'s new ballpark! Nothing like catching a good baseball game --whether you are a Nationals (Nats) fan or not. :)
455 locals recommend
Nationals Park
1500 S Capitol St SEWashington D.C.'s new ballpark! Nothing like catching a good baseball game --whether you are a Nationals (Nats) fan or not. :)
A must for those who love design and architecture --cool exhibits.
92 locals recommend
National Building Museum
401 F St NWA must for those who love design and architecture --cool exhibits.
5 blocks from the house, this historic DC building and transit hub houses a Metro subway stop, is an Amtrak train station, has a 24-hr taxi stand, rental car companies, shops and restaurants.
629 locals recommend
Union Station
5 blocks from the house, this historic DC building and transit hub houses a Metro subway stop, is an Amtrak train station, has a 24-hr taxi stand, rental car companies, shops and restaurants.
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
10th St. & Constitution Ave. NWDefinitely worth a visit.
National Museum of American History
1300 Constitution Ave. NWThe history of America -all in one place. :)
A collection of food shops and restaurants --worth a visit for foodie provisions.
906 locals recommend
Union Market
1309 5th St NEA collection of food shops and restaurants --worth a visit for foodie provisions.
Essentials
The closest large grocery store to the house. On the corner of H Street NE and Third Street, NE
803 locals recommend
Giant Food
1345 Park Rd NWThe closest large grocery store to the house. On the corner of H Street NE and Third Street, NE