Located in the heart of Capitol Hill, Eastern Market is one of DC’s oldest public markets and a longtime gathering place for the neighborhood.


We love stopping by on weekend mornings for a coffee and bagel, walking through the market, and perusing the local vendors along the surrounding streets. You’ll usually find farmers, artists, and small local businesses selling everything from fresh produce to handmade goods.


The Eastern Market Metro stop is right nearby, making it easy to reach from other parts of the city.

The National Mall is a short Metro ride or drive from Capitol Hill and home to many of DC’s most recognizable landmarks. You can walk between the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and the U.S. Capitol, with the Smithsonian museums lining both sides of the Mall.
We’ve spent many evenings walking along the Mall together, especially when the weather is nice and the monuments are lit up at night. The World War II Memorial is also where we shared our first kiss, which makes this area especially meaningful to us.
If you have some free time during the weekend, it’s a nice place to take a walk, see a few monuments, and enjoy the views along the Reflecting Pool. Comfortable shoes recommended.

The U.S. Capitol sits at the eastern end of the National Mall and is one of the most recognizable buildings in Washington. The grounds around the Capitol are beautiful to walk through, and it is a place we often pass by when spending time around Capitol Hill.


If you would like to go inside, the Capitol Visitor Center offers free guided tours.


Timed tickets can be reserved online through the Capitol Visitor Center or requested through your congressional office.

Located just steps from the U.S. Capitol and near the National Mall, the U.S. Botanic Garden is a peaceful place to walk through plants from around the world, with both indoor conservatories and outdoor gardens.
It is one of our go to spots when friends and family visit DC. We like bringing people here for a relaxed walk through the different garden spaces. It is calm, beautiful, and an easy stop if you are already exploring the Capitol and National Mall area.


Free Admission

Located just a short walk from the National Mall, the Museum of the Bible explores the history, influence, and narrative of the Bible through interactive exhibits and historical artifacts.
The museum includes several floors of exhibits covering the history of the Bible, how it has been translated and preserved over time, and its impact on culture and society. Even if you only have an hour or two, it is an easy museum to explore and offers a different perspective than many of the traditional museums on the Mall.

Located in the historic Old Patent Office Building in downtown DC, the National Portrait Gallery features portraits of Americans who have shaped the country’s history. The collection includes presidential portraits, artists, activists, writers, and cultural figures who have influenced the country over time.
The building is also home to the Smithsonian American Art Museum, so you can explore both museums within the same space. Together they feature everything from classic portrait paintings to modern and contemporary American art.
One of our favorite parts of the museum is the open courtyard in the center of the building. It is a bright indoor garden with a glass roof and seating, and it is a great place to relax for a bit while exploring the galleries.
The museum is just a short walk from the Gallery Place–Chinatown station Metro stop, making it an easy place to visit while exploring downtown.

Dupont Underground is an art space located inside a series of historic streetcar tunnels beneath Dupont Circle. Originally built in the mid-1900s for trolley cars, the tunnels have been repurposed as a venue for rotating art exhibitions and creative installations.

The space hosts contemporary art, light installations, and experimental exhibits by local and international artists. The underground setting gives it a very different atmosphere from traditional museums in DC.

It sits directly beneath Dupont Circle and is just a short walk from the Dupont Circle station Metro stop. Access to the space depends on current exhibitions and scheduled openings.

Union Market is a vibrant food hall and shopping destination in Northeast DC, just a short walk from our venue at 1309 5th St NE. With dozens of artisan food stalls, craft shops, and seasonal events, it’s a great spot for a casual meal, local treats, or last-minute gifts. We love grabbing tacos or a pastry and sitting outside when the weather’s nice. Parking and Metro-accessible


call (202) 902-2600 or visit http://unionmarketdc.com/ for hours and vendor listings.

Rock Creek Park is a large national park that runs through much of the city and offers a quiet break from the busier parts of DC. The park has miles of wooded trails, small bridges, and scenic paths along the creek.
We like coming here when we want to get outside for a walk and feel a little removed from the city for a while. It is a great place to take a longer walk, go for a run, or spend some time in nature without leaving Washington.

Georgetown is one of Washington’s oldest neighborhoods, known for its historic row houses, cobblestone streets, and lively waterfront along the Potomac River. The main streets around M Street and Wisconsin Avenue are filled with restaurants, cafés, and places to walk around and explore.
Aly and I have gone on many dates here over the years, so it is a neighborhood that is special to us. It is a great place to spend an afternoon grabbing coffee, walking along the waterfront, or just wandering through the historic streets.