Kelly's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Wharf Street Southwest
Wharf Street SouthwestBeautiful monument 10 minutes walk from The Wharf. It’s on the tidal basin which provides terrific setting for memorable pictures.
258 locals recommend
Thomas Jefferson Memorial Bookstore
16 E Basin Dr SWBeautiful monument 10 minutes walk from The Wharf. It’s on the tidal basin which provides terrific setting for memorable pictures.
A must see and the way to visit DC’s outstanding Smithsonian Museums.
1111 locals recommend
National Mall
A must see and the way to visit DC’s outstanding Smithsonian Museums.
Food scene
Great oysters, scallops, clam chowder and cocktails. Sitting outside is key for enjoying the people watching and Marina!
24 locals recommend
Hank's Oyster Bar
701 Wharf Street SouthwestGreat oysters, scallops, clam chowder and cocktails. Sitting outside is key for enjoying the people watching and Marina!
Amazing food, excellent views of the river from 3rd floor, cocktails to savor!
15 locals recommend
Mi Vida Restaurante
98 District Square SWAmazing food, excellent views of the river from 3rd floor, cocktails to savor!
THE GRILL
99 Market Square SouthwestBook in advance for this delicious dining experience!
Delicious authentic Italian food, outstanding service, and bartenders are the Best!
7 locals recommend
Officina
1120 Maine Ave SWDelicious authentic Italian food, outstanding service, and bartenders are the Best!
12 Stories
75 District Square SWLove their cocktails and they have the best sunset views on the wharf!
Neighborhoods
Fresh seafood market has it all. Walkable wharf, many restaurants, bars, shopping, and 2 major theaters. Anthem on the Wharf and Arena Stage on 6th St SW.
56 locals recommend
Southwest Waterfront
Fresh seafood market has it all. Walkable wharf, many restaurants, bars, shopping, and 2 major theaters. Anthem on the Wharf and Arena Stage on 6th St SW.
Washington
Capitol Hill
Traveler advice
Don't miss
2 metro stops very close, Waterfront and L’Enfant Plaza.
Uber is readily available all over the city.
Getting around
Metro, Uber, and scooters are great ways to get around.
Read street parking signs and always pay the meters.
Customs and culture
Parking near apartment
Please do not park on street in front of apartment. You can park for 2 hour increments across the street.