Food scene
CIRCA at Foggy Bottom
2221 I St NWConsistently good food and great service a few blocks way.
Sightseeing
Built to honor Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States, located a 9 minute walk straight down 23rd Street, it is a sight to see! It takes the form of a neoclassical temple and contains a large seated sculpture of Abraham Lincoln with inscriptions of The Gettysburg Address and his second inaugural address. The memorial has been the site of many famous speeches, including Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech.
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Lincoln Memorial
2 Lincoln Memorial Cir NWBuilt to honor Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States, located a 9 minute walk straight down 23rd Street, it is a sight to see! It takes the form of a neoclassical temple and contains a large seated sculpture of Abraham Lincoln with inscriptions of The Gettysburg Address and his second inaugural address. The memorial has been the site of many famous speeches, including Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech.
Neighborhoods
Foggy Bottom is one of the oldest late 18th-early 19th century neighborhoods in Washington, D.C. It is thought to have received its name due to its low lying riverside location, making it susceptible to fog. Today it is a vibrant place, home of George Washington University. Strategically located within walking distance to monuments and lots of restaurants.
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Foggy Bottom
Foggy Bottom is one of the oldest late 18th-early 19th century neighborhoods in Washington, D.C. It is thought to have received its name due to its low lying riverside location, making it susceptible to fog. Today it is a vibrant place, home of George Washington University. Strategically located within walking distance to monuments and lots of restaurants.
Traveler advice
Getting around
Easily accessible - 3 blocks away from Foggy Bottom metro.
Ten minute walk to beautiful historic Georgetown.