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Washington, D.C., serves as the capital city and federal district of the United States, situated on the Potomac River with borders shared by Virginia, Maryland, and the river itself. The city honors George Washington, a Founding Father and the nation's first president, while its district name references Columbia, the female personification of the country.
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- 📅 Patti Smith Quartet — Tue, Sep 1 · 6:30 PM · The Atlantis, 2047 9th St NW
- 📅 Washington Nationals vs. Atlanta Braves — Tue, Sep 1 · 6:45 PM · Nationals Park, South Capitol Street
- 📅 Drunk Shakespeare: Drunk Pirates (21+ Event) — Tue, Sep 1 · 7:00 PM · The Sage, 1100 13th St NW
- 📅 MIKE D 5D — Tue, Sep 1 · 7:00 PM · 9:30 CLUB, 815 V Street N.W.
Los Caballeros
Los Caballeros is a Tex-Mex restaurant located in the Capitol Hill neighborhood.
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Best Hotels in Washington
117 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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A Capitol Place Bed & Breakfast
A Capitol Place Bed & Breakfast is located at 134 12th Street Southeast. This hotel offers accommodation in the area.
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American Guest House
The American Guest House is a hotel located at 2005 Columbia Road Northwest.
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Arc Hotel Washington DC
The Arc Hotel Washington DC is located at 824 New Hampshire Avenue Northwest.
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Arlo Washington DC
Arlo Washington DC is a hotel located at 333 G Street Northwest.
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Canal House of Georgetown
The Canal House of Georgetown is a hotel located at 1023 31st Street Northwest.
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Comfort Inn Downtown Dc/Convention Center Washington
Located at 1201 13th Street Northwest, the Comfort Inn Downtown Dc/Convention Center Washington offers accommodation near the convention center.
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Courtyard Washington Downtown/Convention Center
The Courtyard Washington Downtown/Convention Center is a hotel located at 901 L Street Northwest.
Best Restaurants in Washington
119 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Aatish On The Hill
Aatish On The Hill serves Indian cuisine in the Barracks Row neighborhood.
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Absolute Thai Restaurant
Absolute Thai Restaurant serves Thai cuisine in the Chinatown neighborhood.
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Akira Ramen & Izakaya
Akira Ramen & Izakaya serves Japanese cuisine in the Adams Morgan neighborhood.
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Al Tiramisu
Al Tiramisu serves Italian cuisine in the Dupont Circle neighborhood.
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Ambar Clarendon
Ambar Clarendon is a Balkan restaurant located in the Clarendon neighborhood.
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Banana Leaves
Banana Leaves serves Asian cuisine in the Dupont Circle neighborhood.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Washington
92 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Baked and Wired
Baked and Wired is a coffee shop located in the Georgetown neighborhood.
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Bayou Bakery
Bayou Bakery is an American café located in the Courthouse neighborhood.
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Big Bear Cafe
Big Bear Cafe is a café located in the Truxton Circle neighborhood.
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Blank Street Coffee
Blank Street Coffee is a café located in the Georgetown neighborhood.
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Bon Beke’s Bakehouse & Grill
Bon Beke’s Bakehouse & Grill is a café located in the Dupont Circle neighborhood.
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Buffalo & Bergen
Buffalo & Bergen is a café in Cleveland Park serving sandwiches.
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Büna Coffeehouse
Büna Coffeehouse is a café located in the Petworth neighborhood.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Washington
120 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
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American Ice Company
American Ice Company is a bar in the Shaw neighborhood that serves barbecue.
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Art & Soul
Art & Soul serves southern cuisine in a bar setting within the Penn Quarter neighborhood.
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Asia Nine Bar and Lounge
Asia Nine Bar and Lounge operates as a bar in the Penn Quarter neighborhood.
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Atomic Billiards
Atomic Billiards is a bar located in the Cleveland Park neighborhood.
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Bedrock Billiards
Bedrock Billiards operates as a bar in the Adams Morgan neighborhood.
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Boundary Stone
Boundary Stone is a bar located in the Bloomingdale neighborhood.
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Cafe Saint-Ex
Cafe Saint-Ex is an American-style bar located in the Logan Circle neighborhood.
Best Things to Do in Washington
115 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Almas Temple
Almas Temple is an attraction located in the Downtown neighborhood.
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Culture House DC
Culture House DC serves as an attraction in the Southwest Waterfront neighborhood.
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Diplomatic Reception Rooms Museum
The Diplomatic Reception Rooms Museum is an attraction located in The West End.
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Drug Enforcement Agency Museum and Visitors Center
The Drug Enforcement Agency Museum and Visitors Center is located in the Pentagon City neighborhood.
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Laogai Museum
Located in the Dupont Circle neighborhood, the Laogai Museum focuses on Chinese history and culture.
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Long View Gallery
Long View Gallery is an attraction located in the Logan Circle neighborhood.
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National Guard Memorial Museum
The National Guard Memorial Museum is an attraction located in the NoMa neighborhood.
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National Museum of Women in the Arts
Located in Downtown, the National Museum of Women in the Arts is a dedicated attraction for art enthusiasts.
Best Shops in Washington
108 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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Bold Fork Books
Bold Fork Books is a shop located in the Mount Pleasant neighborhood.
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Brooks Brothers
Brooks Brothers is a shop located in the Dupont Circle neighborhood.
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Curated by Cecilia
Curated by Cecilia is a shop located in the Georgetown neighborhood.
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East City Book Shop
East City Book Shop is a shop located in the Barracks Row neighborhood.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Washington
64 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Gateway Park
Gateway Park is a public green space located in the Rosslyn neighborhood.
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Rocky Run Park
Rocky Run Park is a green space located in the Courthouse neighborhood.
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Victims of Communism Memorial
Located in Chinatown, the Victims of Communism Memorial serves as a dedicated park space.
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Arlington Ridge Park
Arlington Ridge Park is a green space located in the Rosslyn neighborhood.
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Longfellow Park
Longfellow Park is a green space located in the Dupont Circle neighborhood.
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Thompson's Boat Center
Thompson's Boat Center is a park located in the Georgetown neighborhood.
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Witherspoon Park
Witherspoon Park is a green space located in the Dupont Circle neighborhood.
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