Curator’s statement
Washington, DC has such a special place in my heart when it comes to traveling with or without kids. There is great diversity, great food, historical sites and above all: free museums!
Pro tip: A visit around the holidays means less crowds with more Christmas lights! We stayed in Arlington, as Rosslyn is only a six minute metro ride from the city, while offering a more quiet vibe. Another great alternative is Georgetown!
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Things to do in Washington, DC
Explore Georgetown
Explore Adams Morgan
Tour the US Capitol
Tour the White House
Book a walking tour of the National Mall
Smithsonian National Zoo
Chinatown
City Center, DC
Arlington National Cemetery
Favorite museums:
National Museum of Natural History
US Holocaust Memorial Museum
African American History And Culture Museum
National Museum of American History
National Air and Space Museum
National Archives Museum
Places to eat & drink in Washington, DC
Old Ebbitt Grill: A DC must! (Pro tip: Oyster happy hour goes on daily from 3pm to 5pm and 11pm to 1am)
Filomena Ristorante: Great food in the Georgetown area.
Pete’s Diner: A breakfast staple!
Wicked Waffle: Another favorite breakfast spot.
El Centro DF: Great dinner and drinks in Georgetown.
Roofers Union: Rooftop in Adams Morgan neighborhood.
Ted’s bulletin: Great breakfast on 14th.
Sweet Home Café: James Beard Award nominated, located inside the National Museum of African American History and Culture.
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