Cheryl’s guidebook
Neighborhood amenities
Great outdoor space for you while you're here. This is just right around the corner!
French Street Park
941 French St NWGreat outdoor space for you while you're here. This is just right around the corner!
If you are traveling with small kids, this will be your backyard during your stay. Located a block away, this fenced playground has play equipment and a water feature during the summer.
Westminster Playground
911 Westminster St NWIf you are traveling with small kids, this will be your backyard during your stay. Located a block away, this fenced playground has play equipment and a water feature during the summer.
Sightseeing
Calling all runners! If you are a runner ask me for recommendations on best places to run in the city.
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National Mall
Calling all runners! If you are a runner ask me for recommendations on best places to run in the city.
https://www.washingtonian.com/2021/12/03/you-really-should-check-out-lincolns-cottage/
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President Lincoln's Cottage
140 Rock Creek Church Rd NWhttps://www.washingtonian.com/2021/12/03/you-really-should-check-out-lincolns-cottage/
Food scene
Chicken + Whiskey
1738 14th St NWBudget and family friendly.
Another family friendly option that allows for both carry out or eat in.
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Bandit Taco
1946 New Hampshire Ave NWAnother family friendly option that allows for both carry out or eat in.
Andy's Pizza
808 9th St NWAndy’s won a National award for their cheese pizza.
Ben's Chili Bowl Mural
1213 U St NWHistoric U Street spot.
My kids say these are the city’s best chicken sandwiches.
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Roaming Rooster
1301 U St NWMy kids say these are the city’s best chicken sandwiches.
Make a reservation- traditional diner with large portions.
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Ted's Bulletin
505 8th St SEMake a reservation- traditional diner with large portions.
Busboys and Poets
450 K St NWLocal diner that doubles as a book store.
Pica Taco To Go
4610 14th Street NorthwestTraditional and authentic - budget friendly as well.
JINYA Ramen Bar
1336 14th St NWThey have a kid’s menu and the ramen is fantastic
Shake Shack
1216 18th St NWIf you just want a 🍔
Nina May
1337 11th St NWFancy spot - might need a reservation.
Commissary
1443 P St NWGood spot for families.
Can get a little crowded but great place for cocktails.
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Pearl Dive Oyster Palace
1612 14th St NWCan get a little crowded but great place for cocktails.
Porady dla podróżnych
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You have access to two metro stations and several bus lines
You can catch the green line at either U Street (10th and U NW) or at Shaw/Howard University (7th and S St NW). The quickest way to the mall is to get out at Archives and walk.
You can also catch the 70 at 7th and S St NW, and it will take you down to the mall.
You can also catch the 64 at 11th and S St NW, and it will drop you right at the Natural History Museum.
Download the SmartTrip app at the link below to pay for your rides with your phone, and to plan your trips.
https://www.wmata.com/fares/MobilePay/SmarTrip-App.cfm
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Library of Congress is a must see. Beautiful building!
https://www.loc.gov/
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The National Arboretum
Photogenic Capitol Columns and 600 year old Bonsai trees. Gorgeous fall color and beautiful Spring blossoms. https://www.usna.usda.gov/
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The African American History Museum and the National Zoo
https://www.si.edu/visit/hours
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Frederick Douglass house grounds.
https://www.nps.gov/frdo/index.htm
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Kayak, paddle board and other water rentals
https://boatingindc.com/
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The new Futures exhibit at the Smithsonian.
https://aib.si.edu/come-visit/?fbclid=IwAR3m1ptYb5I0AaKKxNvq2nNY7m0Jv05-NlFk5JKv9uu5YBWgEioP2r-C2A8
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If you are a runner- ask me for routes!
You can get to the National mall and enjoy a monument run, explore the National Arboretum, or hit the trails in Rock Creek Park