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DMV Area Things To Do - places to see and things to do in the D.C. Maryland, and Virginia area.

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born and raised in the dmv, here are a few places i’d recommend people see and do!
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Outdoor Activities

i’m not really a nature girly but these places, i will go outside for!
 
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the trails are nice but the scenic waterfalls here are unreal!!
Great Falls Park
 
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a beautiful beach with beautiful wild horses!!
Assateague Island National Seashore (U.S. National Park Service)
 
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beautiful park for outdoor events. plus, there’s a trail along the water!
Jones Point Park
 
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picnic and planes! such a cute date spot for friends, family, lovers, or yourself!
Gravelly Point Park | Arlington Convention & Visitors Service

Restaurants

food spots in the area that i will almost always recommend!
 
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brunch on sundays is delicious, and the day parties after are so fun!
The Park at 14th
 
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a staple for dc diners
The Hamilton
 
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the apps and the drinks are sooo good! get there during happy hour to get some of their best drinks and apps for less!
Blue Sunday Bar & Grill

Local Favorites

shhh.. don’t tell the locals i told you guys!
 
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the go to Amish Market spot for market goods in PG County. they have a small diner inside and the pretzels towards the front of the store are amazinggg!
Dutch Village Farmers Market
 
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This flea market is open on Sundays and I’ve found some of the cutest items here!
Georgetown Flea Market

Arts & Entertainment

these locations are must visits in the area!
 
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this museum was a blessing to the dmv area. it’s so beautiful and i learn more about black culture and history every time i visit.
National Museum of African American History and Culture
 
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beautiful museum for the aesthetics. you’ll get the coolest pictures here!
Hirshhorn Museum
 
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even if you’re not a baseball fan, it’s fun to attend games for hanging out and drinking purposes. plus, they have $5 entry fees on Tuesday games :)
Nationals Park