Kristen & Hank
Things To Do
FREE in DC
There are tons of free things to do in DC, check out this link to see!
DMV Hikes
Check out this link for a list of local hikes. The couple's favorites include Rock Creek Park, the Billy Goat Trail, and the C&O Canal Towpath. Using the AllTrails app is also a great way to see local options.
Georgetown
Georgetown is Kristen and Hank's favorite neighborhood to visit in DC. They took their engagement photos there with Pablo at 6am, and Hank miraculously kept a smile on his face the whole time. Come to Georgetown for bougie shopping, tasty food, quaint architecture and waterfront views.
Capital Bikeshare
Weather permitting, we recommend renting bikes using Capital Bikeshare to explore all of the amazing monuments, museums, and parks that DC has to offer. Capital Bikes are located in more than 300 locations throughout the city, and there are spots to rent them all over downtown.
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
Washington DC is not only known for its collection of controversial politicians but also its bevy of wonderful and usually free museums. Kristen's favorite is the Natural History Museum. She loves the elephant in the lobby, and the beautiful gemstones in its gallery.
Bethesda Row: Shopping and Exercise
Take a quick metro ride over to the Bethesda metro station and explore classic downtown Bethesda and Chevy Chase. This area has a ton of shops, restaurants, and also some exercise spots for those interested in SoulCycle, CorePower, and similar.
Pike and Rose: Right Near the Hotel
If you're interested in sticking near the hotel, the Pike and Rose area is a brand new mecca of shopping, dining and bars. Also has a wonderful outdoor grassy area to hang out in!
Le Diplomate
Amazing spot for brunch, lunch or dinner. Most DC locals are obsessed with this place. Kristen coughed up a good part of her intern salary to go here when living in Tenleytown in 2018!
Purple Patch
Kristen and Hank stumbled upon this American Filipino restaurant when walking from the Smithsonian Zoo back to Kristen's apartment in July 2018. Try anything with ube in it!
Bread Furst
Kristen would stop by this bakery when living in the Van Ness area of DC for amazing coffee, pastries and sandwiches. Try walking around the nearby suburbs for a glimpse of historic and gorgeous mid-Atlantic homes and greenery.
Farmers Fishers Bakers
Their all-you-can-eat brunch is incredible! Google "Georgetown walking tour" while chowing down, and start your tour from the Georgetown waterfront.
Milk Bar Logan Circle Flagship
Hank and Kristen visited this spot on one of their first dates while Kristen lived in DC. Try the cornflake-based desserts, you won't regret it.
Georgetown Cupcake
This uber famous cupcake shop has many locations but the Bethesda one is closest to our hotel! Get ready for a sugar high.