Things to do in District of Columbia, District of Columbia: The Best Neighborhoods

March 4, 2022 Jana Sager

Discover the best top things to do in District of Columbia, District of Columbia including Georgetown, Capitol Hill, Chevy Chase, Dupont Circle, Adams Morgan, Shaw, U Street, Penn Quarter, H Street (Atlas District), Mount Pleasant.
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1. Georgetown

Washington DC, DC 20007 +1 202-298-9222 [email protected] http://www.georgetowndc.com
Excellent
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4.5 based on 2,964 reviews

Georgetown

A charming neighborhood that, with its upscale boutiques and notable residents, is more than a college hangout.

Reviewed By TonyK300 - New Jersey, United States

From the romantic to the vibrant and exciting feelings, this town provides smart and interesting memories for anyone who visits. From eclectic restaurants, historic buildings, gardens, weeping willow-lined canal paths, renown universities, and great places to shop, this town will stick in your memory forever. Start at the Key Bridge end of Avenue 'M' heading East and visit Georgetown University and the famous 1789 Restaurant (historic and classy $$$$); ease back down to Avenue M and check out the canal (especially when full); stop by the Sea Catch Restaurant right on the Canal then walk back up to the avenue and have a breakfast or pick up some vegetables/fruits at Dean & Deluca Market. Stop at any of the clothing stores on either side of the avenue and head down to Wisconsin Avenue off of Ave M and grab some lunch at a bowling lane or bocci alley at Pinstripes. Close by are a beautiful mall, bookstores and the eclectic Filomena restaurant whose Sunday brunches are famously different. After lunch grab a Garden tour through Georgetown Garden Club 202-965-1950. Wrap the day up (if you can still stand) art the La Chaumiere French restaurant if you can get a seat.

2. Capitol Hill

First St and East Capitil St NE, Washington DC, DC 20004 https://washington.org/topics/capitol-hill
Excellent
63%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
7%
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1%
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4.5 based on 3,437 reviews

Capitol Hill

At the east end of The Mall, the Hill is home to the U.S. Capitol.

Reviewed By SerendipityIndia - New Delhi, India

Capitol Hill building is a really amazing and beautiful building that makes for great photos esp. since it is in the area of other interesting buildings like Library of Congress and Supreme court. We were even able to book a free guided tour online on their website which made for interesting American history. But the tour sometimes can get sold out - so do make sure to book in advance. Also there is heavy security at the area so if you do book a tour - read if they will allow food or water inside.

3. Chevy Chase

NW Washington DC, Washington DC, DC
Excellent
50%
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50%
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

Chevy Chase

4. Dupont Circle

Washington DC, DC +1 202-627-2711
Excellent
34%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
4%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 355 reviews

Dupont Circle

A trendy neighborhood with a large gay community.

Reviewed By HNBISOFF

DuPont Circle is a lovely place to walk and visit. A nice selection of restaurants is close by. The neighborhood is very lovely as well. The circle is located close to many different embassies from other countries.

5. Adams Morgan

Washington DC, DC [email protected] http://www.jtmurrayhomes.com/blog/big-changes-for-dcs-adams-morgan-neighborhood
Excellent
41%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
1%
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4.0 based on 134 reviews

Adams Morgan

This neighborhood is home to ethnic and culinary diversity, color and funky shops.

Reviewed By CMelam - Bend, United States

We really enjoyed walking through this neighborhood on a couple of occasions during our visit to D.C. The variety of cuisine here is fantastic; Ethiopian, Italian, Mexican, Indian, Thai... You'll also find unique shops and lots of activity. This area seems to be the happening place and is very convenient to the more conservative downtown.

6. Shaw

Washington DC, DC
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4.0 based on 3 reviews

Shaw

7. U Street

Washington DC, DC
Excellent
30%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
26%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 76 reviews

U Street

The U Street Corridor is home to some of DC's iconic foods. Ben's Chili Bowl, home of the half-smoke, is there plus an area referred to by some as "Little Ethiopia" due to the large number of Ethiopian restaurants.

8. Penn Quarter

Washington DC, DC http://washington.org/topics/penn-quarter-chinatown
Excellent
35%
Good
52%
Satisfactory
13%
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4.0 based on 23 reviews

Penn Quarter

9. H Street (Atlas District)

H Street, Washington DC, DC http://www.hstreet.org
Excellent
33%
Good
47%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
6%
Terrible
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4.0 based on 36 reviews

H Street (Atlas District)

10. Mount Pleasant

Washington DC, DC
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4.0 based on 3 reviews

Mount Pleasant

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