Washington, District Of Columbia County, DC
Places to go in Washington
146 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.
Food & Drink
Sidamo Coffee and Tea
Ethiopian coffee beans roasted in-house plus gourmet teas, breakfast, lunch & some desserts.
417 H St NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
Arts & Culture
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Art museum & National Portrait Gallery housed in the third-oldest federal building in the capital.
G Street Northwest &, 8th St NW, Washington, DC 20004, USA
Arts & Culture
Smithsonian Castle
Known as the Castle, this 1855 building serves as an information center for visitors to the Mall.
1000 Jefferson Dr SW, Washington, DC 20560, USA
Arts & Culture
Smithsonian National Museum of American History
Vast, venerable museum chronicling American history through displays such as Julia Child's kitchen.
1300 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20560, USA
Arts & Culture
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
From dinosaur exhibits to displays of rare gems, this acclaimed museum celebrates the natural world.
10th St. & Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20560, USA
Family
Smithsonian National Zoological Park
Famous zoo housing more than 2,200 animals from around the world, plus free admission.
3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008, USA
Arts & Culture
Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum
Museum documenting the history of aviation & space exploration, with displays of vehicles & more.
650 Jefferson Dr SW, Washington, DC 20004, USA
Nightlife
Smoke & Mirrors
867 New Jersey Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003, USA
Nightlife
Songbyrd Music House
A coffeehouse/music shop with vinyl & java for sale, plus listening booths & a 1947 recording booth.
540 Penn St NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
Wellness
Spa Restoration Center & Head Spa
5555 Columbia Pike #101, Arlington, VA 22204, USA
Arts & Culture
State Theatre
Concert venue hosting touring bands, tribute acts & comedy groups in a 1930s-era movie theater.
220 N Washington St, Falls Church, VA 22046, USA
Arts & Culture
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center
Free museum telling the story of human flight via exhibits of many actual aircraft & spacecraft.
14390 Air and Space Museum Pkwy, Chantilly, VA 20151, USA
Food & Drink
SUCCOTASH
Chef Edward Lee's classy eatery melds Dixie & Asian flavors in an inventive menu.
915 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004, USA
Family
Swingers Dupont Circle
1330 19th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
Nightlife
TAKODA Beer Garden & Rooftop Bar
Striking, industrial-modern hangout with upgraded bar fare & an all-season rooftop beer garden.
715 Florida Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Nightlife
TAKODA Navy Yard
1299 1st St SE, Washington, DC 20003, USA
Food & Drink
Techo Palma (formerly El Techo)
Hip rooftop restaurant & bar serving Latin tapas & craft cocktails above Rito Loco.
606 Florida Ave NW #1853, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Arts & Culture
The Anthem
Expansive, modern concert venue featuring a lineup of well-known live acts & many bars.
901 Wharf St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
Arts & Culture
The Atlantis
2047 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Arts & Culture
The Birchmere
Barnlike music performance space with a supper club-style main hall & a bandstand area.
3701 Mt Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA 22305, USA
Food & Drink
The Capital Grille
Outpost of the upscale steakhouse chain offers classic American fare & a clubby, refined setting.
601 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004, USA
Food & Drink
The Coffee Bar
Cozy, rustic-chic spot featuring elevated coffee drinks, a patio & locally made bagels & pastries.
1201 S St NW, Washington, DC 20009, USA
Food & Drink
The Coffee Bar
Bright, energetic coffeehouse featuring pourovers, espresso drinks & loose-leaf teas.
1200 17th St NW #150, Washington, DC 20036, USA
Food & Drink
The Dabney
Chef Jeremiah Langhorne serves Mid-Atlantic cuisine at this rustic spot set in a former row house.
122 Blagden Alley NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA