About DC
WHILE IN DC, DON’T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE SITES!
Visit the Official Tourism site of Washington, D.C. for more information about what’s happening while you’re here: http://www.washington.org/
VISIT SOME OF THE NSCS STAFF’S FAVORITE SPOTS
The National Mall during the day or at night!
“I like touring the monuments and memorials at night. Very different than in the daytime,” John Crowley
Paddleboats near the Thomas Jefferson Memorial
U St. Corridor
“DC had/has the largest middle-class black community in the country, and the area has nice architecture. Tourists can do a free walking tour using the signs,” Mishri Someshwar.
Visit Ben’s Chili Bowl while down there!
Smithsonian Museums
Art, history, science and more! “Einstein Planetarium in the Air and Space Museum – rarely crowded,” Richard Nam.
Air and Space Hanger
Travel to Dulles Airport to see this one. “It’s awesome – you have to see it to believe it,” Phil Herbert.
Thompson Boat Center in Georgetown
“Rent a canoe for the Potomac and see monuments by water,” Bailey Kasten.
Amsterdam Falafel (cash only!) in Adams Morgan
Little Ethiopia – “Yummy food,” Erica Reid
Levi Port Cafe
A delicious local place to eat on the hill @ 1102 8th Street, SE.
Eastern Market
Fun to explore and visit the Flea Market for local produce.
Florida Avenue Grill
“A nice southern food/D.C. institution,” Steve Loflin.
The Exorcist Stairs
Exciting for a late night scare or a good run!
Georgetown Cupcake
“Of course it’s not sprinkles (and after you climb the exorcist steps and canoe the Potomac) you deserve one,” Steve Loflin.
Wahshall's deli for good eats.
Phillips Seafood
“The original. Good rum buns,” John Crowley.
Union Station
“Great shopping,” Blair Edwards
There’s so much more…don’t let this small list limit you!