Things To Do in Washington, DC

Get Out There

Our prime location means easy access to the best of the city’s art, culture, and dining, and we’ve curated a list of our favorite spots and things to do in Washington, DC.

HOTEL HIVE

Hotel Hive is located in the Foggy Bottom/ West End neighborhood of DC, with easy access to the city's best and most buzzworthy.

THE WHARF DC

2.1 miles

A vibrant waterfront destination for dining, shopping, and live entertainment.

17 min drive
46 min walk

ARLINGTON
CEMETERY

1.7 miles

Quiet reverence and striking beauty across rolling, history-filled grounds.

7 min drive

RONALD REAGAN
NATIONAL AIRPORT

4.6 miles

DCA: quick flights, Potomac views, and Metro access to DC.

13 min drive

UNITED STATES
CAPITOL

2.8 miles

A grand symbol of democracy, perched on Capitol Hill. A historic and scenic one hour walk away from Hotel Hive along the National Mall.

16 min drive
1 hour

NATIONALS PARK

3.2 miles

Home runs, skyline views, and summertime spirit by the water.

21 min drive

THOMAS JEFFERSON
MEMORIAL

1.7 miles

Domed monument honoring America’s third president and his enduring words.

12 min drive
38 min walk

SMITHSONIAN
MUSEUM

1.4 miles

World-renowned collections—natural history, art, air and space, and more.

13 min walk
31 min walk

LINCOLN MEMORIAL

0.5 miles

A powerful tribute in marble, overlooking the Reflecting Pool.

9 min drive
12 min walk

NATIONAL MALL

0.4 miles

A sweeping green promenade, flanked by monuments and museums.

5 min drive
9 min walk

WHITE HOUSE

.8 miles

Iconic architecture, presidential history, and America’s most famous address.

6 min drive
18 min walk

CAPITAL
ONE ARENA

1.6 miles

Big-name concerts, pro sports, and downtown buzz.

15 min drive
36 min walk

KENNEDY
CENTER

0.4 miles

The premier U.S. National Arts & Cultural Center for Performing Arts.

6 min drive
8 min walk

GEORGETOWN
UNIVERSITY

2 miles

A historic campus with collegiate charm and views of the Potomac.

12 min drive
40 min walk

DUPONT CIRCLE

1 miles

Charming streets, leafy parks, and a vibrant café culture.

11 min drive
24 min walk

GEORGE WASHINGTON
UNIVERSITY

0.3 miles

Urban campus energy, with Foggy Bottom flair and academic legacy.

3 min drive
7 min walk
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RunGo

Interested in the best running (or walking) routes in the city? Look no further. Hotel Hive is proud to partner with RunGo, a platform designed to bring guests the best routes possible in DC. Our customized routes allow you to explore the city on foot. Plus, swing by the front desk when you complete your route for a surprise prize.

FALL FAVORITES

Check out some buzzworthy activities and restaurants in the
DC area, handpicked by the Hotel Hive team.

ACTIVITIES
Capital Bikeshare

See the city via wheels with hundreds of stations across DC for an hourly, daily or weekly rate.

Rock Creek Park

Stroll through the park and experience vibrant fall foliage across 1,700 acres.

Dupont Farmer’s Market

1600 20th St NW Washington, DC 20009
Wander and shop in one of DC’s most lively neighborhoods.

Camp Wharf

The Wharf
Head to waterfront and enjoy a wood burning fire pit with tasty desserts.

DINING
The Harp Cask and Kiln

3126 12th St NE, Washington, DC 20017

A new Irish Pub brings lamb shepherd’s pie and carrot cocktails to Northeast DC! Along with comforting Irish dishes, owners Ruairi Deburca, Jacob Schoonover, and Ashley Lee are bringing their expertise in bourbon to a unique cocktail program specializing in barrel-aged whisky drinks. This cozy pub interior with green finishings is the perfect location for a fall dinner! 

Ingle Korean Steakhouse

1926 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009

The upscale steakhouse born in Northern Virginia expands to D.C. inside the old Nama Ko space on 14th Street NW. A la carte seafood offerings at the Vienna original include steamed mussels and salmon sashimi, but those desiring a full experience can opt for prix fixe lunch and dinner options.

Marv's Dogs

4936 Wisconsin Avenue NW

The owners of Logan Circle standby Cork Wine Bar bring a nostalgic spot to Tenleytown. Marv’s Dogs specializes in snappy Chicago-style hot dogs topped with classic pickled toppings, along with creamy vanilla and pistachio milkshakes. Due to open late-fall. 

EVENTS & FESTIVALS

The Marriage Of Figaro: November 14th-22nd 

  • Under the baton of music director Robert Spano, Mozart’s “perfect opera” returns to the Opera House with a powerhouse cast. Mozart’s comic opera is packed with back-to-back hits and sublime music, from Cherubino’s “Tell me what love is” aria to the instantly recognizable overture. Don’t be fooled by the laughs, The Marriage of Figaro spotlights playwright Pierre-Augustin Beaumarchais’ radical take on aristocratic power during the eve of the French Revolution. As the curtain closes, love finds a way… but not without hard-earned truths on fidelity and forgiveness.
    • The Kennedy Center
    • $46.00-$267.00

Shear Madness: November

  • Once again! Shear Madness is at the Kennedy Center. It’s immersive! It’s interactive! It’s irresistible! Try to catch the killer at this hilarious whodunit where the clues change at every performance, and you never see the same show twice. Audiences ages 9 to 90 all over the world love it! 
    • The Kennedy Center
    • About $75.90

The Cincinnati Ballet, The Nutcracker: November 26th-30th

  • Cincinnati Ballet is back to enchant with its colorful, family-focused production of The Nutcracker. Follow Clara and her Nutcracker Prince on a grand adventure—where no holiday is complete without a trip to the Land of Sweets! Artistic Director Emerita Victoria Morgan’s whimsical choreography respects tradition while sprinkling in unique touches. A large cast of professional dancers and local children fills the stage, bringing the magic and fun of the holidays to this timeless tale for all ages.
    • The Kennedy Center
    • $53.00-$209.00

Noochie's Live from the Front Porch: November 9th

  • DC rapper Antwon Vincent’s hit YouTube series has featured local stars like Backyard Band and national names such as Snoop Dogg performing from his Temple Hills porch. Noochie now brings the show to the Kennedy Center, with special guest performers to be announced.
    • $39-$109

Alexandria Film Festival: November 6th-9th

  • The Alexandria Film Festival, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, brings high-quality short and feature-length films, documentaries, filmmaker panels, and arts presentations to the port city of Alexandria, Virginia and beyond. The festival highlights the talents of local, national, and international filmmakers in an acclaimed travel destination within eyesight of the nation’s capital
    • All Festival Pass: $80

Umbrella Art Fair: November 21st-23rd

  • Cuisine, culture, and creativity — it all comes together at The Square. Find sushi in one corner, Spanish eats in another, and a selection of DC’s most imaginative dishes on every menu in between. At The Square, cultures and cuisines live side-by-side in a way that only happens in America’s most worldly city.
    • 5th Floor - The Square at International Square 1850 K St NW Washington, DC  20006