*Zamara's Favorite Smithsonian!* The National Museum of African Art is the only national museum in the United States dedicated to the collection, exhibition, conservation, and study of the arts of Africa. On exhibit are the finest examples of traditional and contemporary art from the entire continent of Africa.
*Ekaette's Favorite Smithsonian!* The flagship building on the National Mall in Washington, D.C, exhibits aircraft, spacecraft, missiles, rockets, and other flight-related artifacts. While the museum undergoes transformation, half of the building is open with eight new and renovated exhibitions.
With visual arts, performing arts, and new media, the National Portrait Gallery introduces you to the people who have shaped the country—poets, presidents, actors, activists, visionaries, villains...and everyone in between.
Planet Word is an immersive language experience located at the historic Franklin School in Washington, D.C. Ideal for all ages, Planet Word is a voice-activated museum (the world’s first!), and the interactive galleries and exhibits bring words and language to life in all sorts of fun ways.
Easily the best rooftop view in D.C. Great food, great drinks, even better music.
Upscale Afro-Caribbean restaurant by Chef Kwame Onwuachi that serves vibrant cuisine and draws from Onwuachi’s unique Nigerian, Jamaican, Trinidadian and Creole background.
One of THE most consistently delicious brunches in the D.C. area. You will not regret it.
One of our favorite Chinese restaurants that serves authentic noodles, rice, soups, dim sum, delicious cocktails, tea and more.
Popular rooftop bar that offers creative cocktails with a great view.
Lively bar with a patio offering pub grub & live bands, plus trivia, dancing & more.
Swanky French wine bar meets delectable Asian bites at Bar Chinois. The space is eternally lively and features a delicious dim sum menu.