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November 26, 2022
Washington, DC

Melissa & Stuart

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Things To Do

There are so many great places and restaurants to explore in Washington D.C. and the fall can be an incredible time to experience it. We hope you're able to try some of our favorites, so we've included everything from lunch and dinner to outdoor activities we love below!
Millie's Spring Valley

Millie's Spring Valley

4866 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20016
, (202) 733-5789

One of our favorite lunch spots!

Stachowski Market

Stachowski Market

1425 28th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20007
, (202) 506-3125

Stuart's favorite sandwich spot, for grab & go!

Compliments Only

Compliments Only

2029 P St. NW, Front 1, Washington, DC 20036
, (202) 794-4638

Great for sandwiches and walkable from both hotels!

Duke's Grocery

Duke's Grocery

1513 17th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20036
, (202) 733-5623
Ted's Bulletin

Ted's Bulletin

1818 14th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20009
, (202) 265-8337

Great brunch spot. Make sure to get the homemade pop-tarts!

Martin's Tavern

Martin's Tavern

1264 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20007
, (202) 333-7370

A historic Georgetown staple, and the oldest family-owned restaurant in D.C. Great for grabbing a drink or brunch!

Dauphine’s

Dauphine’s

1100 15th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20005
, (202) 758-3785

A great, and nearby dinner option at a newer D.C. favorite!

Hank's Oyster Bar

Hank's Oyster Bar

1624 Q Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20009
, (202) 462-4265

Great seafood option around Dupont Circle.

Iron Gate Restaurant

Iron Gate Restaurant

1734 N Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20036
, (202) 524-5202
Anju

Anju

1805 18th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20009
, (202) 845-8935
Lucky Buns

Lucky Buns

2000 18th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20009
, (202) 506-1713
Annabelle

Annabelle

2132 Florida Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20008
, (202) 916-5675
El Secreto De Rosita

El Secreto De Rosita

1624 U Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20009
, (202) 234-8400
Doi Moi

Doi Moi

1800 14th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20009
, (202) 733-5131
Le Diplomate

Le Diplomate

1601 14th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20009
, (202) 332-3333
Pearl Dive Oyster Palace

Pearl Dive Oyster Palace

1612 14th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20009
, (202) 319-1612
Mission Dupont Circle

Mission Dupont Circle

1606 20th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20009
, (202) 525-2010
Shopping on M Street in Georgetown

Shopping on M Street in Georgetown

M Street Northwest, Washington, DC

Great for walking around, shopping and restaurant options during the day!

Georgetown Waterfront Park

Georgetown Waterfront Park

3303 Water Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20007
, (202) 895-6000

Take a walk down to the waterfront for lunch or drinks with a view!

National Mall

National Mall

900 Ohio Drive Southwest, Washington, DC 20024
, (202) 426-6841

Have time for a walk or run? We recommend the National Mall! Swing by the monuments, the white house and capitol buildings, as well as many museums!

Rock Creek Park

Rock Creek Park

5200 Glover Road Northwest, Washington, DC 20008
, (202) 895-6000
Billy Goat Trail

Billy Goat Trail

Billy Goat Trail Section A, Potomac, MD 20854

There are a number of great hikes around D.C. The Billy Goat Trail is our favorite!

The Smithsonian

The Smithsonian

1000 Jefferson Drive Southwest, Washington, DC 20560
, (202) 633-1000

Check out all of the different Smithsonian museums at the link above - in case of inclement weather the Museum of Natural History or the National Portrait Gallery are just a couple of its offerings to see in the city!

International Spy Museum

International Spy Museum

700 L'Enfant Plaza Southwest, Washington, DC 20024
, (202) 393-7798
National Gallery of Art

National Gallery of Art

Constitution Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20565
, (202) 737-4215

Open daily from 10 - 5, with free admission. This is definitely a D.C. favorite!

Smithsonian National Zoological Park

Smithsonian National Zoological Park

3001 Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20008
, (202) 633-4888

Another Smithsonian favorite - note that admission is free but entry passes are required (even for children).

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