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Not sure what to do? Check out our planned itineraries and explore everything DowntownDC has to offer.

historic Penn Avenue

Café du Parc

Influenced by the Beaux-Arts architecture of the Willard InterContinental Washington, D.C. hotel and the French-inspired design of Washington, D.C., by…

Freedom Plaza

Standing on this plaza along Pennsylvania Avenue, you are on a direct line between the White House and the U.S.…

Old Ebbitt Grill

Established in 1856, the Old Ebbitt Grill was a favorite of Presidents Grant, Cleveland, Harding, and Theodore Roosevelt. The restaurant’s…

artistic elegance

National Museum of Women in the Arts

Renowned as the only museum directly addressing the gender imbalance in the presentation of the art world, the National Museum…

CityCenterDC

Located in the heart of the District, CityCenterDC has a lot to offer, including modern luxury apartments, beautiful condos, premium…

Kate Spade

Kate Spade showcases the designer’s chic, upbeat handbags, womenswear, and accessories. Hours 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday…

fashionably decadent

Hermès

Hermès is a high-end retailer carrying the luxury brand’s apparel, handbags, scarves, and other accessories. Hours 10:00 a.m. to 6:00…

Dolcezza Gelato & Coffee

Dolcezza serves daily-made gelato and expertly crafted coffee drinks in five shops and several downtown farmers’ markets. Hours 7:00 a.m.…

Allen Edmonds

Allen Edmonds has been creating timeless, custom-made men’s dress and casual shoes since 1922. The company uses only premium leathers…

Saks OFF 5th

At Saks OFF 5TH, everyone’s invited to shop high-end designers and everyday favorites at guilt-free prices. More really is more…

Ocean Prime

Ocean Prime is an upscale seafood and steakhouse restaurant, known for its elegant atmosphere, top-quality seafood, and prime cuts of…

discover Chinatown

China Chilcano by José Andrés

China Chilcano by José Andrés is an innovative Peruvian-Asian fusion restaurant offering a delightful mix of Peruvian, Chinese, and Japanese…

National Portrait Gallery

Using the visual arts, performing arts, and new media, the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery tells the history of America through…

Smithsonian American Art Museum

The Smithsonian American Art Museum (SAAM) is home to the first and the world’s largest and most inclusive collection of…

United States Navy Memorial

The United States Navy Memorial, located on Pennsylvania Avenue NW between 7th and 9th streets, is a tribute to men…

National Archives Museum

The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is the nation’s record keeper. The National Archives building’s most prominent feature and…