Elizabeth & Mark

Things To Do

National Mall

2 Lincoln Memorial Circle Northwest, Washington, DC 20002

For those looking to explore the DC monuments, we recommend this route but there are plenty of guides and tours around DC if you're looking for something more structured! - Start at the Lincoln Memorial - Walk along the Reflecting Pool - Stop at the World War II Memorial - Continue east to the Washington Monument - Take a left on 15th Street and grab an appetizer and a cocktail at Old Ebbitt Grill - Walk across the street from Old Ebbitt and see The White House - Head back to the Washington Monument and continue east towards the US Capitol - Along the way, stop into a Smithsonian museum like the National Museum of American History, National Gallery of Art, National Museum of Natural History - End at the US Capitol or continue on to see the Library of Congress or Supreme Court Average walking times: Lincoln Memorial to Washington Monument - 0.8 mi, 18 min walk Washington Monument to The White House - 0.9 mi, 19 min walk Washington Monument to US Capitol - 1.4 mi, 30 min walk

Georgetown Waterfront Park

3303 Water Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20007

Waterfront dining and bar options such as Nick's Riverside Grill, Tony & Joe's Seafood, and more.

Le Diplomate

1601 14th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20009

Old-fashioned restaurant with outdoor seating, serving familiar French fare, brunch staples, and drinks.

The Bullpen / Nationals Park

1201 Half Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20003

For those looking for a pre-Welcome Party activity on Friday night, The Bullpen gates open at 4pm and the Washington Nationals vs. Houston Astros game starts at 6:45 pm!