Ali's Faves in Washington DC
Last year we went to Washington DC for Thanksgiving and we had the BEST time! I think Thanksgiving is a weird holiday so we have started bailing on it and doing something more fun with our kids. The kids have a few days off so we have planned some epic little trips to get away for a few days.
Washington DC is on Jud’s list of places to visit and it was an amazing choice. To prepare, I studied a ton of online resources and asked a friend who lives in DC. Together, we compiled an amazing trip. It’s all below for you to take from it what sounds fun to you!
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Side note, I ADORE clam chowder so I ate it when ever it was possible. You’ll find that every restaurant we visited has a great chowder.
EATS
Old Ebbitt Grill - The old school DC vibes you are hoping for with pretty good oysters and even better martinis.
Tabard Inn - A quirky little hotel with a darling dining room. Ask to be near the fireplace! And order the chowder.
Martin’s Tavern - A classic spot in Georgetown - it’s where Jack proposed to Jackie! And the food is SO GOOD.
Four Seasons Lobby - For a cocktail. And people watching. At the holidays it’s decorated and SO beautiful.
Carouso’s Grocery - I’m obsessed with grocery stores. This Italian one is to die for! And eat all of the things.
SIGHTS
We are pretty sure we saw it all. Here were the favorites.
Ford Theater Tour - Reserve a spot ahead and you can pop right in. Totally a facinating part of history.
American History Museum - Our family favorite - everything cool is here! Including Julia’s kitchen.
Air & Space Museum - No explanation needed
Capital Building Tour - It’s a giant group tour but still totally cool. If you can get in with your senator, then you get the fancier version.
White House Tour - These were closed over the Thanksgiving holiday. Check dates before traveling!
Georgetown - When I was a kid, my aunt lived in Georgetown and it was my favorite part of the city. It still is. Wander the streets, head up to the university, eat lunch in town.
National Mall Tour - we were surprised by how good the Korean War Monument was - hit all of the major ones, but don’t miss some of the less well known ones too
Things that remind me of DC
