Washington Vacation & Tourism Guide

Farragut is the epicenter of corporate Washington, DC, so don't be surprised to see loads of serious-looking people walking about. The square though is filled with an upbeat ambience where picnickers can enjoy the sounds of str... more

Abolitionist Frederick Douglass purchased this 21-room home, called Cedar Hill, making him the first African-American to buy a home in an area then restricted to whites. The home became the nation's first Black National Histori... more

Local 16 is a restaurant that makes you feel at home. As one enters the restaurant, you are greeted with a casual atmosphere, unpolished floors, hanging lamps and bordello-red walls. The restaurant has a bar on the second floor... more

Lively and spirited, Ireland's Four Provinces has been a Washington favorite for years. Of course, its location—next to the fabled Cineplex Odeon Uptown - certainly has not hurt business. Do not count on grabbing a quiet drink... more

This club resembles Frank's Laboratory in The Rocky Horror Picture Show. The large, open space features a bar and a chest-high stage with a rather impressive sound and lighting system. A balcony encircles the room. Patrons drap... more

Kramerbooks and Afterwords was the first to set up shop in Dupont Circle. It is always crowded, particularly on weekends when singles who would rather skip the bar scene flock to this surprising hot spot. Live music is an adde... more

Dedicated on May 29, 2004, the World War II Memorial is the first national memorial to honor "Americans who took up the struggle during the Second World War and made the sacrifices to perpetuate the gift our forefathers entrust... more

 Real Travelers who've been to Thomas Jefferson Memorial

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Restaurant partners Jose Andres and Rob Wilder are pleased to announce the reopening of their Mexican haven Oyamel. The new space offers a cozier urban environment with seating capacity of 125, including a private dining room t... more

A whole new generation of Indian restaurants has sprouted in Washington in the last couple of years, from the Indian-French fusion Indebleu in Penn Quarter, to the elegant Heritage India in Glover Park (and its sister brasseri... more

An exhibition kitchen dishes up a wonderful blend of French-Californian cuisine. Try Chef Michael Richard's sliced and grilled scallops, delicious pastas or tuna Chateaubriand. The place looks attractive, with a wall that chang... more

This popular Cleveland Park sushi bar offers a wide range of Asian cuisines. Tucked into an intimate space on Connecticut Avenue, Spices has an easy-going atmosphere as well as a pleasant decor, full of elegant touches. One can... more

Sassy and full of energy, Grill from Ipanema the Brazilian restaurant in hip Adams-Morgan serves authentic dishes with flair in a funky environment complete with plastic palm trees. Start off with a fruity batida cocktail or pe... more

Gerard Pangaud and his restaurant have been here for quite some time now, both still going strong. Though Pangaud changes his menu every 2 weeks, he can be counted on to combine exquisite taste sensations, like confit of osso... more

Start the evening with an exotic cocktail at Cafe Atlantico. Try the caipirinha, a fruity daiquiri-like drink or the mojito, a refreshing blend of mint, lime and rum that packs a punch. The food is equally interesting. Appetize... more

Washington probably has more Italian restaurants than any other kind of ethnic eatery, yet this central part of downtown has almost no Italian fare. In fact, since it opened in spring 2001, Tosca remains the standout fine rist... more

Etrusco is just the sort of place you'd hope to stumble upon as a stranger in town. It's pretty, with a sophisticated but relaxed atmosphere, and the food is excellent. From the slate terrace at street level with umbrella tabl... more

One of Washington's best Chinese restaurants outside of Chinatown, City Lights is a favorite of White House workaholics, whatever administration, who frequently order takeout from here. If you are staying at a nearby hotel, yo... more