The Mosaic district has restaurants, bars, shopping, and more right outside of the Archer Hotel's doorstep. The farmers market runs on District Ave and Strawberry Ln from 9am-2pm on Sundays.
Smithsonian museums are about 20 minutes away by car in DC. We recommend checking out the natural history and air and space museums. The zoo is free too!
National park with spectacular views of waterfalls along the potomac river that also has many hiking trails and picnic areas.
An extension of the Smithsonian Air & Space museum without the drive into DC.
Very large shopping mall not far from the hotel for those who may have any last minute fashion needs.