Best hotels in Washington DC
The Hay-Adams
16th and H Streets, NW Washington, DC, 20006
When it comes to views of the White House, it doesn’t get better than the five-star Hay-Adams. Opened in 1928, this establishment has been used in films and TV over the years for its charming décor and grandeur. The food is also critically acclaimed and for good reason.
Mandarin Oriental
1330 Maryland Avenue, SW Washington, DC, 20024
A family friendly five-star hotel conveniently located 15 minutes from the White House, and 10 minutes from the Jefferson Memorial. With its domed ceiling and Asian artwork, there’s an east-meets-west vibe. For total bliss, check out its renowned spa.
Hotel Washington
515 15th Street, NW Washington, DC, 20004
Since 1917 the four-star Hotel Washington has welcomed an impressive number of A-list guests from showbiz and politics. Join the in-crown and enjoy an impressive mix of retro and modern style. Take Insta-worthy pics at the iconic rooftop lounge, enjoy great food and soak up the city’s atmosphere.
Best restaurants in Washington DC
The Red Hen
1822 First Street, NW Washington, DC, 20001
Located in historic Bloomingdale, The Red Hen serves up delicious Italian-influenced food. Highlights include the squid ink linguini, grilled beef short ribs and spaghetti squash carbonara.
Daikaya
705 6th Street, NW Washington, DC, 20001
South-east Asian food is a specialty in Washington DC and Daikaya is the place to be for mouthwatering Japanese cuisine. It’s divided into two separate spaces, with the first-floor Ramen Shop providing Sapporo-style ramen, while the second floor Izakaya serves up casual comfort food.
Del Mar
791 Wharf Street, SW Washington, DC, 20024
A beautiful Mediterranean-style interior greets you as you enter Del Mar, which features a Spanish menu. The paella, made with Bomba rice, comes highly recommended, and other favorites include charcoal-baked potatoes with aioli and brava sauce.
Best attractions in Washington DC
The Washington Monument
2 15th Street, NW Washington, DC, 20024
Built to honor George Washington, the first president of the United States, the Washington Monument dominates the city skyline. Located on the National Mall, America’s most famous landscaped lawn, the monument attracts millions of visitors every year.
The White House
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC, 20500
The country’s most iconic address, where the sitting president lives. Tours are scheduled on a first come, first served basis, so make sure you book a few weeks in advance if you want to set foot in the rooms, halls and corridors of power.
Smithsonian American Art Museum
G Street, NW Washington, DC, 20004
Home to one of the world’s largest collections of American art, the Smithsonian brings you close to seminal works by John Singleton Copley, Winslow Homer and Georgia O’Keeffe. Impressionist paintings sit beside contemporary masterpieces, with artworks to really make you think.