Washington, D.C. is one of the world’s great cities. And you’re staying right in the middle of it. Here’s how to make the most of your time outside the conference.
🍽 DC Dining
Hundreds of restaurants, from food courts to fine dining, all within easy reach.
The Capitol offers something for every taste and budget. Most Smithsonian museums have their own restaurants, The Reagan Building and Union Station have huge food courts, and Dupont Circle is known for a great variety of ethnic restaurants. Union Station is just 2 blocks from the hotel with 30+ dining options alone.
DC Dining Guides:
🌏 Georgetown
D.C.’s most vibrant neighborhood for nightlife, dining, and people-watching.
The intersection of Wisconsin Avenue and M Street is the center of late night entertainment, attracting tourists, students, professionals, and Capitol Hill types alike. Whether you want great music, dancing, or just a fun place to hang out, Georgetown delivers.
- Blues Alley — oldest continuing jazz supper club in the U.S., showcasing world-famous jazz legends since 1965.
- Clyde’s of Georgetown — famous throughout D.C. for its burgers, Happy Hour, and lively atmosphere.
- Tony and Joe’s Seafood Place — on the Potomac River waterfront, known for beautiful views and outdoor dining.
🏭 Chinatown
A great spot to eat, shop, and explore, right on the Metro line.
Washington’s Chinatown district is a thriving area for food, shopping, and sightseeing. It’s also where you transfer Metro lines on your way to and from the hotel.
How to Get There: Take the Metro to the Gallery Place/Chinatown stop. It’s the same stop you transfer at coming from Reagan National.
🎶 DC Entertainment
Comedy, billiards, bowling, and more after the conference wraps up.
Comedy: The Improv — 1140 Connecticut Ave NW. Tickets $15-20. Sun-Thurs 7pm. (202) 296-7008
Billiards: Bedrock Billiards — 1841 Columbia Rd NW. Fri 4pm-3am; Sat 12pm-3am. (202) 667-7665
Bowling: Bowl America Bull Run — Manassas, VA · Bowlero Bethesda — Bethesda, MD
For more things to do in D.C., visit the Washington, D.C. Convention and Tourism Corporation →

