The Mall is typically busiest during the day. We recommend going at night - all the monuments are lit up & beautiful. If you're feeling adventurous, rent a scooter or bike & you can see them all quickly! If you do go during the day, pack a picnic and some games! We love hanging out at Constitution Gardens! If you enjoy museums, the Smithsonian Museums are all wonderful - please note, they are currently require a "free timed-entry" pass, so you need to reserve your time in advance. We really love the National Portrait Gallery & National Museum of African American History and Culture.
Catch a game at Nats Park! They will be playing the Mets Labor day weekend. We recommend sitting in the right field upper deck - you will have a view of the Washington Monument!
Great for shopping & dining!
Old Town is a charming & historic city in DC! There are lots of nice restaurants along cobblestone streets & on the waterfront.
A less visited, but highly recommended spot! It's right next to Arlington National Cemetery & you will get a beautiful view of the National Mall without all the crowds! We live right near it, so frequently walk here!
About 30 minutes outsides of DC, you can visit George & Martha's historic home!
Cost is $25 for adults, free-$17 for kids. Fun, interactive museum in DC.
Cost is $20 per person (free for kids under 6). Make sure to check out the interactive old testament exhibit!
If you enjoy wineries, check out a few of our favorites! -Hillsborough Vineyards -Paradise Springs -Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyard -Bluemont Winery -Stone Tower -The Winery at Bull Run
Here are a few fun breweries: -Flying Ace Brewery -Vanish -Bear Chase -Dirt Farm -Harvest Gap -Aslin Beer Company -Crooked Run -Audacious Aleworks -Port City Brewing Company -Guinness Brewery
Central between the venue & DC!
Located about 1hr from DC, 30min from the venue. Fun spot for river tubing/floating!
Here are some of our favorite spots - please reach out if you need any other recommendations! -Call Your Mother Deli (Bagels) -Iron Gate (Italian & Greek) -Mexicue (Mexican) -Maydan (North African & Middle Eastern) -Le Diplomate (French) -Indigo (Indian) -Habesha Market (Ethiopian) -Tail Up Goat (Mediterranean) -Brine (Seafood) -Maketto (Cambodian and Thai fusion) -Ted's Bulletin (modern American) -Lupo Verde (Italian) -Timber Pizza Company -Compass Rose (Fusion) -Duck Donuts -Baked & Wired (Cupcakes) -El Rinconcito Cafe II (Tex-Mex Salvadorian - Pupusas) -Ice Cream Jubilee -Union Market (Variety of informal restaurants) -Dacha Beer Garden (Beer & Snacks) -Coffee (Compass, La Colombe, Swings, Blue Bottle, Northside Social, Philz)
-Hootch and Banter (American) -Dutch's Daughter (American) -ragin' reef (Seafood) -Firestone's Culinary Tavern (American) -White Rabbit Gastropub (Craft beer & Gastropub) -The Original Popcorn House -Il Porto Restaurant (Italian) -Analia's Cafe (Greek) -McClintock Distilling -Flying Dog Brewery -Attaboy Beer
Free entry to the rooftop for some amazing views in DC! Check out the calendar for Millennium Stage for free events and shows!
If you'd like to go to a casino, ride a ferris wheel or shop at the outlets, check out MGM!