The Verizon Center is a brand new 20,000 seat stadium and host to NBA’s Washington Wizards, the NHL’s Washington Capitals, the WNBA’s Washington Mystics & the Georgetown Hoyas men’s basketball team. A trip to a live game is always an exciting event.
Nationals Park is the host to the Washington Nationals, Washington DC’s newest baseball team. Baseball is America’s pastime and there is nothing better than a baseball game in the summertime.
Arena Stage offers a focus on theatre of the Americas, with a deep-rooted support of strong art. Productions vary from epic dramas to grand musicals, the theatre’s criteria is quality.
A stately building created in 1929, now a performance venue for symphony concerts, ballets and some theatre.
Six theatres form the Nation’s performing arts center. Productions span all the arts and include performances from many international companies.
This theatre has been in existence for over 160 years, an historic venue reputedly with its own ghost. Performances feature national tours of Broadway favourites.
This is a two mile long, green mall with stately views towards the US Capitol. Bordered on each side by museums and national monuments it is a very pleasant space to relax in between sightseeing; time to contemplate those achievements.
Just outside the hotel is the Southwestern Waterfront, enjoy a peaceful stroll past the yachts and houseboats or visit one of the many seafood restaurants. Beyond the promenade is a seafood market where the day’s catch is sold from floating barges.
The White House at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue has been home to the President of the United States for over 200 years. Guided tours are available. Going through the house and seeing the various renovations and additions is a fascinating insight into the residents’ individual personalities.
This is more than a cemetery it is a record of history, of America’s wars, heroes, and explorers where people come to pay their respects and no doubt take inspiration. Here are graves for World War II Medal of honor recipients, the Tomb of the Unknowns and the final resting place for John F Kennedy.
Set up by James Smithson as an ‘establishment for the increase and diffusion of knowledge’. Today there are 18 museums and galleries with so many artifacts that only 1% of it is ever on display. Quite simply, it’s the biggest museum complex in the world.
This impressive building has housed the meeting chambers of the House of Representatives and the Senate for two centuries, it is the hub of American policy making. Tours allow you to eavesdrop on a committee hearing, watch the floor action or take the Capitol Subway with its open cars connecting all three buildings.
Home to the US department of defense, this structure was built during the second world war. Free guided tours are available, where you can learn about the mission of the Department of Defense and each of its branches of service.
This internationally acclaimed museum covers the history of the Holocaust in a chronological exhibition over three floors. There are artifacts, films, photos, and oral histories. Open daily 10 am - 5:30 pm.
The beautifully situated estate of George Washington is an 18th century self contained plantation and farm, overlooking the Potomac River. Originally run by a workforce of 316 slaves, it produced quality wool, grew flax and hemp and incorporated textile production for linen, cloth and rope.
Probably the most pleasant shopping option, given the historic prettiness of Georgetown itself. A large multiple shopping center houses over 100 shops and boutiques.
A shopping mall on four levels housing more than 170 stores including Nordstrom and Macy’s; the usual high street fare such as Banana Republic and inevitably a Starbucks. Open Mon. - Sat. 10am - 9:30pm and Sun. 11am - 6pm.
Mazza Galleria encompasses fashion, fine dining and cinema. On the first and second level you can find Neiman Marcus and a flagship Saks Fifth Avenue Men's Store. Throughout the complex are outlets for numerous upmarket brands.
The largest shopping mall in the city and the 10th largest in the entire USA, housing over 250 stores and restaurants. It features five department stores alone: Nordstrom, Bloomingdale's, Hecht's, Lord & Taylor, and L L Bean.
Hecht's is the last department store in downtown Washington. This mid-priced store offers all the best brands in apparel, accessories, shoes, cosmetics, gifts and home furnishings.
Designed by Tony Chi in warm colors incorporating natural elements, with its twenty foot ceiling and open kitchen, the restaurant is exemplary of one of the world’s most celebrated design visionaries. This is one of Washington elite’s first choice for fine evening dining and entertainment. Advance reservations are recommended.
Café MoZU is our own all day dining restaurant with an Asian-inspired menu and spectacular views of the Washington Channel and the Potomac Tidal Basin.
Old Ebbitt Grill is a frequent haunt for the politically powerful, just steps from The White House and museums in downtown Washington. Established in 1856, it maintains that old feel with a male club atmosphere in the bar and dark panelling in the restaurant
A complex of rooms offering differing styles from rustic to elegant. Café Milano provides a versatile dining experience whether you want a plate of calamari or a four course fine dinner. The cuisine is based on the regions of northern and southern Italy.
Features fresh seafood in an American brassieres-style with a 220-seat restaurant and a 40 seat bar and lounge area with nightly piano entertainment.
Michel Richard is a pioneer of the French California cuisine. Like most confident chefs Michel leaves the kitchen on display from the elegant and contemporary dining room.
From the patio you can enjoy a terrific view of The Capitol; the dining rooms are otherwise formal, with dark panelling and a clubby feel serving modern American cuisine. Downstairs the walls are lined with photographs of the famous guests.
The only museum in the world dedicated to the tradecraft of espionage. It is has high-tech, interactive displays and activities where visitors can take on a spy’s cover or test their skills of observation and surveillance. Admission: USD 13 adults; USD 10 children 5 & up.
This is one of Washington’s newest museums. Exploring the frontiers of scientific research and such pertinent subjects as global warming and DNA. The objective is to present the complexities of science in an engaging and accessible way. Best enjoyed by visitors ages 13 and older.
Situated in a beautiful park this is far more than a zoo, as it conducts an active conservation and breeding program. The star exhibits are the giant pandas, Mei Xiang and Tian Tian. Recently the Zoo has added a number of new additions to include a mountain gorilla and a Sumatran tiger.
East Potomac Tennis Center is one of the largest tennis centers in Washington with 24 courts both indoor and outdoor. Coaching and ball machines are both available. Please ask our concierge to make a booking for you.
An elegant ice-skating experience. Glide across ice to music and view the collection of predominantly modern sculptures. This outdoor ice-skating rink is open mid-November through mid-March, weather permitting.
East Potomac Park Golf Course and Driving Range is an excellent escape. It has one 18 hole course and two 9 hole courses. The signature hole is number 8, a 211-yard, par 3, requiring a tee shot to a green with the Washington Monument in the background.