Food scene
Local dining just four houses down. Fabulous food and the best staff you can imagine. Indoor and outdoor dining. We eat here at least once a week!
27 locals recommend
Texas Jacks Barbecue
2761 Washington BlvdLocal dining just four houses down. Fabulous food and the best staff you can imagine. Indoor and outdoor dining. We eat here at least once a week!
Fun food/bar joint with tons of fun games for groups. Go early, it gets crowded!
7 locals recommend
The Board Room VA
925 N Garfield StFun food/bar joint with tons of fun games for groups. Go early, it gets crowded!
Green Pig Bistro
1025 N Fillmore StUnusual selection, delicious!
This recently renovated space is full pf excellent dining and very cool spaces to relax.
62 locals recommend
Ballston Common Mall
4238 Wilson BlvdThis recently renovated space is full pf excellent dining and very cool spaces to relax.
El Pollo Rico
932 N Kenmore StGreat takeout option
Bonchon Arlington
2201 N Pershing DrDelicious korean bbq place walking distance from the apartment
BABA
2901 Wilson BlvdVery cool speakeasy-equse lounge/bar. Excellent decor and drinks.
Ambar Clarendon
2901 Wilson BlvdDelicious balkan cuisine!
Neighborhood Spots
Court House
Virginia Square
Streets Market
3427 Connecticut Ave NWGrab n go local market to stock up on any needs
Trader Joe's
1109 N Highland StCVS
1521-1523 N Quaker LnWalking distance pharmacy
Whole Foods Market
2201 I St NWWalking distance
Sightseeing
Lincoln Memorial
2 Lincoln Memorial Cir NWU.S. Marine Corps War Memorial
Tidal Basin
20245 National DrBike, run or drive here. bring a picnic and watch the planes take off right over your head. Sits right on the Potomac River for some fabulous water views
88 locals recommend
Gravelly Point Park
George Washington Memorial ParkwayBike, run or drive here. bring a picnic and watch the planes take off right over your head. Sits right on the Potomac River for some fabulous water views
National Museum of African American History and Culture
1400 Constitution Ave. NWWashington National Cathedral
The White House South Lawn
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NWGorgeous biking, walking, and running trail right along the river
14 locals recommend
Mount Vernon Trail
Mount Vernon TrailGorgeous biking, walking, and running trail right along the river
Must visit! Great food, entertainment, and waterfront views
158 locals recommend
Municipal Fish Market at The Wharf
1100 Maine Ave SWMust visit! Great food, entertainment, and waterfront views
Traveler advice
Getting around
Metro & Uber
Clarendon metro is a quick 10 min walk from the apt. It’s cheap and fast, and goes pretty much anywhere you need to go in the city. Uber/lyft is fast and convenient for anytime you don’t want to take the metro.
Ways to save
Free museums/activities
Almost all the smithsonian museums are free of charge! The zoo is free too!
What to pack
Walking shoes a must
You’ll trek all over this city if you’re here to sightsee, so bring your comfortable walking shoes. You’ll need them!