Washington Things to Do

It is fitting that one of Washington's best known cigar and martini bars is located on K street, in the city's business district. Business suits blow off steam - and cigar smoke - while drinking martinis at the bar or in the up... more

Named after Robert F Kennedy, this is out of the most sought-after venues for large-scale functions. The variety of events held at this stadium is just amazing. Michael Jackson, The Rolling Stones, The Eagles and Elton John hav... more

The atmosphere here is all about fun. The primarily college age crowd keeps the pool tables full and the bartenders busy. High ceilings help alleviate claustrophobia when this place fills up. A few pool tables, a television han... more

This popular annual spring event attracts children ages 3-6, who come to the White House (The) to search for Easter eggs. Set on the White House lawn, the hunt and egg-rolling contest features more than 1,000 wooden eggs (some... more

Presidents Warren G. Harding and Abraham Lincoln and novelist Charles Dickens are but a few of the famous people who have stopped by the elegant Round Robin Bar and the renowned jazz acts in The Nest. The Nest lies above The Ro... more

If you are in the mood to feel cosmopolitan, few places can compare to this place. The managers used to change the restaurant's image annually, emulating the look, feel and cuisine of a different city each time. Though that is... more

Because of its close proximity to the White House (The), St John's has become known as the 'Church of the Presidents'. In fact, since its establishment in 1815, every chief executive has attended services here; some on a regula... more

In operation since 1908, the FBI has long been tracking the nation's "Most Wanted," using the best methods known to science. Learn about the fingerprinting process, the high-tech labs, and the history of the FBI, from its strug... more

Mantis - a restaurant bar has recently opened a basement level lounge where DJs spin the latest house beats, and the ambiance is dark and alluring. In contrast the top level is romantic, brick-walled, and caters to a more profe... more

Kalorama remains one of the district's most chic and culturally diverse neighborhoods including ambassadors' homes and elegant private residences. As part of this annual mid-September tour, visitors tour the Woodrow Wilson Hous... more