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Places you Must Visit in Washington DC!!
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items Heading to The Capital for Vacation? Weather it’s a family trip a Couples Trip or simply a break here’s a full list of things to do from where to Stay sightseeing food and local Gems!
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This restaurant is a Caribbean staple in Navy Yard. The view of the water and boats is amazing and it’s right next to the baseball stadium! Their menu
Has everything Caribbean down to rice and peas with coconut and even jerk chicken. The curry and ...
Bammy's Modern Caribbean - NAVY YARD
Nested outside the city about a 15 minute uber from the city of DC . Explore the Ferris wheel that operates day and night with views from up top. There are many different restaurants including a Starbucks and a bar 51 and plenty of walking around. Th...
National Harbor
This hotel 10 minute walk from the white house and sightings of 47 himself passing through the streets. This hotel is presidential and the restaurant on site has the best steak! Complimentary umbrellas for the DC weather and Valet parking makes this ...
Exactly Like Nothing Else - Washington DC Hotel | Mayflower Hotel
This place is romantic and the food surely matches. Open after hours we were seated at 2am and the lobster bisque and raw oysters were delicious. If you’re looking for a 5 star restaurant that’s open after hours this would not disappoint
Old Ebbitt Grill
This outlet is a shoppers dream they have stuff that’s never seen Florida and the kids section is expansive.
Nike Factory Store - National Harbor
This place has the BEST SHRIMP! Their lobster tails and seafood are so freshly made you will lick your fingers the entire meal. Try the lobster you won’t regret it
The Wharf
Winter comes to life every year in this convention center and Resort. Ice sculptures and the grinch as well as Santa and the Atrium is decorated for every occasion year round. This hotel is expansive and has a Starbucks inside a marketplace and a fe...
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center (Official Site) - Marriott
The stores here are impressive! I attended a comedy show in the ballroom my husband and I had so much fun shopping at the boutique stores especially MCM!
MGM National Harbor Hotel & Casino
This ritz is TOP NOTCH actually located IN the Mall itself you can literally walk through the doors to the mall. We arrived to champagne at check in and everyone was so pleasant.This was such a great experience I did all my shopping and dining one pl...
The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City
Such a cool place especially if traveling with kids! It’s perfect for adults as well such great history on aviation and planes sure to keep everyone engaged
Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum
This place is in the middle of the city and The happy hour menu has little bites that are so good the cheeseburger slides are delicious! Just the view was excellent
Succotash Prime
Every boutique you can name and the deals are amazing I got stuff on the sale rack that’s still full price back home. Definitely check out Tyson’s corner mall
Tysons Corner Center | Directory
Standing out 8 minute walk from the white house this hotel is amazing. The terrace captures the monuments and the entire city. This hotel has an executive lounge for members to eat and two on site restaurants . This is also a Marriott owned autograph...
Le Méridien Washington, D.C., The Madison
If you’re looking for a more historical trip then visiting the monuments and places of meaning is a great start.
Capitol Hill
few steps away from the bustling H Street Corridor and the NoMa neighborhood, Gallaudet University is in a sweet spot, surrounded by countless businesses and restaurants you've got to check out
The Gallaudet Neighborhood
I love to go here and Browse pop-up food stands at this warehouse turned indoor market and enjoy drinks on the outdoor patio area
Union Market
This hidden gem is a Gallaudet staple—there's no better place to get a homemade sub sandwich. Enjoy a filling lunch and an array of Italian delicacies here.
A. Litteri, Inc.
Stellin pizza in union market Well known for their Neo-Neapolitan pizza. Offering various ready-to-cook meals, make-at-home pizza, pasta, and cannoli kits, if you love pizza stop to Stellalina Pizzeria for your Italian fix!
Union Market | Hours + Location
Omg hands down BEST CHICKEN EVER my husband swears by this and every trip we Have to visit
Nando's
One of the best. This museum is full of surprises, from a giant blue rooster on the rooftop to a long, dark walkway filled with twinkling lights that connects both wings.
National Gallery of Art
I hadn't planned to stop at this museum, but I'm sure glad that I did! The building itself is something to marvel at. I can't believe how far post offices have fallen as compared to this architectural gem. Granted, this building was meant to mirror t...
Smithsonian National Postal Museum
Beautiful scenery and it is so peaceful. An incredible retreat from the city, the park offers visitors a variety of ways to enjoy the greenery, from tennis and hiking to kayaking and horseback riding
Rock Creek Park
This is the actual place President Lincoln was assassinated and it’s preserved in remembrance. You can walk the neighborhood as well as catch a play at the theatre
Ford's Theatre
Seafood lover? Got just the place one of the newest in town and the food is amazing.
Catahoula - Cajun | Creole | Cocktails