Guidebook for Washington
Everything Else
Approx. 10 minutes walk to the red line metro stop that takes you to Union Station, the Capitol, White House, National Zoo, Chinatown, the National Mall and museums.
http://www.wmata.com/
182 locals recommend
NoMa-Gallaudet U New York Ave Station
200 Florida Ave NEApprox. 10 minutes walk to the red line metro stop that takes you to Union Station, the Capitol, White House, National Zoo, Chinatown, the National Mall and museums.
http://www.wmata.com/
TD Bank
905 Rhode Island Ave NEbank close to metro station
train station and long distance bus station. 30 minutes walk/1 stop metro ride.
629 locals recommend
Union Station
train station and long distance bus station. 30 minutes walk/1 stop metro ride.
Food Scene
A year-round indoor market featuring 40 local artisans. A culinary epicenter of the Capitol City. Surrounding the market will be a vibrant mix of retail, restaurants, etc. http://unionmarketdc.com/
906 locals recommend
Union Market
1309 5th St NEA year-round indoor market featuring 40 local artisans. A culinary epicenter of the Capitol City. Surrounding the market will be a vibrant mix of retail, restaurants, etc. http://unionmarketdc.com/
Mint Indo Pak Cuisine
1335 2nd St NEA nice Indian/Pakistani restaurant with extensive menu and reasonable price.
Five Guys
1300 2nd St NEThe best burgers!
Au Bon Pain
1325 2nd Street Northeastgreat sandwich place right next to NOMA metro station.
Starbucks
3100 14th St NWacross the street from Harris Teeter
Indigo
243 K St NEgreat Indian restaurant
Roti Modern Mediterranean
1275 First St NEGreat sandwich\wrap place.
Yoon Ho's Kitchen
325 Morse St NEmy favorite Korean takeout mom-pop place. It's authentic!
rated No. 1 BBQ joint in Washington DC. A casual take-out place with limited seating. expect line during peak dining hours.
114 locals recommend
DCity Smokehouse
203 Florida Ave NWrated No. 1 BBQ joint in Washington DC. A casual take-out place with limited seating. expect line during peak dining hours.
A. Litteri
517 Morse St NEA long time neighborhood gem. Italian store/deli/sandwich shop.
Neopol Savory Smokery
1309 5th St NEanything smoked. best smoked salmon I ever had!
The District Fishwife
1309 5th St NEseafood, seafood
Rappahannock Oyster Bar (Union Market)
1309 5th St NEgreat oyster!
Todd Gray's Watershed
1225 First Street Northeastoutdoor patio seating
Potbelly Sandwich Shop
655 Michigan Ave NEbest price for sandwich
Engine Company 12
restaurant in a former DC firehosue
Jam Doung Style
1724 North Capitol St NWCaribbean takeout place
Big Bear Cafe
1700 R St NWneighborhood gem
Windows Cafe & Market
101 Rhode Island Ave NWnice bakery
El Camino
108 Rhode Island Avenue Northwestmexican
Aroi
1832 1st St NWThai
The Red Hen
1822 1st St NWnice Italian
Bacio Pizzeria
81 Seaton Pl NWnice italian
Costa Brava
1837 First Street NorthwestSpanish tapas
Rustik Tavern
84 T Street Northwestoutdoor dining
Essentials
Harris Teeter
1201 First Street Northeastgrocery store with food bar/buffet, deli, even freshly made sushi!
MOM's Organic Market
1501 New York Ave NEorganic grocery store, beats Whole Foods price!
Shopping
CVS
3642 Georgia Ave NWPharmacy
Drinks & Nightlife
Boundary Stone
116 Rhode Island Ave NWvery nice bar and restaurant
Sightseeing
United States Capitol
First Street Southeastacross from Union Station
United States Botanic Garden
100 Maryland Ave SWvery close to the Capitol
You can see a nice view of the Basilica at the Seaton PL & 4th street corner
134 locals recommend
Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
400 Michigan Avenue NortheastYou can see a nice view of the Basilica at the Seaton PL & 4th street corner
Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Land
1400 Quincy St NEBeautiful garden and grounds
Entertainment & Activities
water lilies and lotus blooming late June - July. best time to visit is in the morning.
97 locals recommend
Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens
1550 Anacostia Avenue Northeastwater lilies and lotus blooming late June - July. best time to visit is in the morning.
United States National Arboretum
3501 New York Ave NEFamous for Azalea blossom in May