Sam & Shawn
Things To Do
Museums & More
The Smithsonian museums are great for families and free for the public! Be sure to check out the Library of Congress while you're at it. It's truly one of the most beautiful buildings in the city. The newest African American History Museum is one of our favorite museums in the city and is a MUST SEE. Advance ticket releases for May 2018 are sold out. Day-of tickets are available online every morning beginning at 6:30 a.m. ET. Check this link for information.
Parks & Gardens
Meridian Hill Park is a hidden gem of DC, the location of John Quincy Adams' post-presidency home, and encampment grounds for Union troops during the Civil War. It was also the historic location of Sam's 30th birthday picnic. Our favorite time to visit is during Sunday afternoons during the weekly drum circle! Free to the public. Dumbarton Oaks Gardens are 16 acres of beautifully manicured gardens in DC's Georgetown neighborhood. Our favorite time to go is during peak cherry blossom bloom while avoiding the crowds. Open Tuesday through Sunday. $10 fee.
Walk Around the Monuments
Our favorite way to see the monuments is to see them lit up at night! Take a casual stroll along the National Mall, visiting sites like the Lincoln Memorial, MLK memorial, and the Tidal Basin.
National Zoo
Come see the pandas! Metro to Woodley Park (along the Red Line) and take a walk to the zoo. Free for the public and open into the evening hours.
Favorite Restaurants
Check out some of our favorite places to eat around the city! Click the link for an interactive map & more details. CHOP'T (Salad) -- Multiple Locations, $ DAIKAYA (Ramen) -- Downtown, $ ESTADIO (Spanish/tapas) -- 14th St., $$ ETTO (Italian/pizzeria) -- 14th St., $$ FIOLA (Italian/fine dining) -- Downtown, $$$ *One Michelin Star HIP CITY VEG (Vegan) -- Downtown, $ IRON GATE (Mediterranean/Greek-inspired) -- Dupont Circle, $$$ KEREN (Eritrean) -- Dupont Circle/Adams Morgan/U St., $ LITTLE SEROW (Northern Thai) -- Dupont Circle, $$ LITTLE SESAME (Israeli-style Hummus) -- Dupont Circle, $ PICA TACO (Mexican/tacos) -- 14th St./U St./Columbia Heights, $ ROSE'S LUXURY (American) -- Eastern Market, $$$ *One Michelin Star SUSHI TARO (Japanese) -- Dupont Circle, $$$ *One Michelin Star TAIL UP GOAT (Mediterranean) -- Adams Morgan, $$ *One Michelin Star UNION MARKET (Warehouse/Food Market) -- NoMa, $$
Thirsty?
Some of our favorite places to drink around the city. Click the link for an interactive map & more details. Coffee: FILTER COFFEEHOUSE -- Dupont Circle LA COLOMBE -- multiple locations THREEFIFTY -- U St. TRYST -- Adams Morgan Beer/Cider: ANXO (Cidery) -- Truxton Circle BLUEJACKET (Beer) -- Navy Yard RIGHT PROPER BREWING (Beer) -- Shaw Cocktails: BAR CHARLEY -- Dupont Circle COLUMBIA ROOM -- Shaw **Reservations recommended DRAM & GRAIN -- Adams Morgan **Reservations required LEFT DOOR -- 14th St. PINEAPPLE & PEARLS (Patio) -- Eastern Market **Reservations required, Two Michelin Stars SERVICE BAR -- U St. Wine: LITTLE PEARL -- Eastern Market MAXWELL PARK -- Shaw VINOTECA -- U St.