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Originally built up as a shipping port due to its location on the banks of the Potomac River, present-day Georgetown is far more likely to be home to fashionistas than fish mongers.

With high-end shops, swanky lounges, lively sports bars, and a glut of restaurants with some of the most beautiful views of the river, Georgetown is where politicians, tourists, and current and former Georgetown University students all rub elbows.

When in town, Hollywood’s elite are frequently spotted sipping coffee or browsing high-end shops along the main drag of M Street, but the neighborhood itself already possesses some celebrity cred of its own: “The Exorcist” stairs featured in the classic 1973 movie of the same name are a popular attraction, both for movie buffs and thigh-busting workouts.

Several historic buildings – including the Old Stone House erected in 1765 – highlight the fact that this neighborhood is older than Washington, DC itself, but the businesses that now populate the cobblestone streets are anything but antiquated.

Crisp October nights don’t keep Georgetownians from fervently celebrating Halloween, while warm weather days all year bring the blue-blooded masses to the Georgetown Waterfront restaurants to drink and watch college crew teams or million dollar yachts glide across the Potomac.

Riding a mule-drawn boat down the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal is a signature tourist activity, and although much of the canal outside of Georgetown has been drained, anyone in need of more strenuous activity can grab a bike and hit the towpaths that rim the old canal route. Thanks to a series of interconnected trails, it’s possible to ride more than three hundred traffic-free miles all the way to Pittsburgh, PA.

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Rhino Bar & Pumphouse

Restaurant / Sports Bar

Party Earth Review Rhino Bar & Pumphouse normally kicks off the night with a traditional sports bar feel, as friendly groups of neighborhood sports lovers sit glued to the couple of dozen TVs and root ... more

3295 M Street NW
Washington, DC 20007

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Blues Alley

Jazz Club / Live Music Venue

Party Earth Review Despite its name, Blues Alley is a cozy little joint that’s all about the jazz. Widely popular with a diverse mix of jazz lovers, this Georgetown institution has been hosting live music ... more

1073 Wisconsin Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20007

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M Street

Nightlife Area

Party Earth Review Home to some of the District’s most popular restaurants, bars, and high-end shops, M Street is a central part of the Georgetown experience, especially for the fourteen thousand students ... more

Between Rock Creek Parkway and the Key Bridge
Washington, DC 20007

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Mr. Smith's of Georgetown

Piano Bar / Restaurant

Party Earth Review Young revelers pining for a hopping piano bar, expansive patio, or a simple American menu that won’t break the bank won’t do better in this neck of DC than Mr. Smith’s of Georgetown ... more

3104 M Street NW
Washington, DC 20007

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C&O Canal

Outdoor Activity / Park

Party Earth Review Parallel to the Potomac River, the C&O Canal provides an almost entirely uninterrupted trail that extends 184.5 miles from upscale Georgetown all the way to Cumberland, Maryland. Constructed ... more

Georgetown Visitor Center
1057 Thomas Jefferson Street NW Washington, DC 20007
Trail: Parallels the Potomac River from Georgetown all the way to Cumberland, Maryland

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Georgetown Waterfront

Nightlife Area / Park / Plaza

Party Earth Review With its stunning views of the Potomac River, the Georgetown Waterfront is a popular place to spend relaxed sunny afternoons that can quickly fade into rambunctious evenings. The cornerstone ... more

Waterfront area between Key Bridge and the Washington Harbour Plaza
Washington, DC 20007

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Chadwicks

Bar / Restaurant

Party Earth Review Set in an area more often lauded for its refined, high-end establishments, Chadwicks is a casual joint that has been serving up basic burgers and beer since the 1960s. Students and ... more

3205 K Street NW
Washington, DC 20007

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Baked & Wired

Bakery / Coffeeshop

Reviewed by Dylan H.

"My Take: Baked and Wired is a popular destination for the many cupcake and coffee lovers in the Washington, D.C. area. Frequented by both tourists a ..." more

1052 Thomas Jefferson Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20007

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The Third Edition

Bar / Restaurant

Party Earth Review Located near the intersection of Wisconsin Avenue and M Street, The Third Edition transforms from a casual daytime restaurant into a wild nightclub on weekends, drawing a crowd of ... more

1218 Wisconsin Ave NW
Washington, DC 20007

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Zenobia Lounge

Hookah Bar / Lounge / Bookstore

Reviewed by Christine W.

"Located in the upscale neighborhood of Georgetown, Zenobia offers college students a late night option for fun. However, Zenobia does not cater to t ..." more

1025 31st Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20007

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Smith Point

Bar / Club

Party Earth Review Established by a former fraternity social director from Villanova University – principally as a means to congregate with a few hundred of his closest friends – Smith Point has grown ... more

1338 Wisconsin Avenue
Washington, DC 20007

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Thunder Burger & Bar

Burger Joint / Bar

Reviewed by Dylan H.

"My Take: Thunder Burger is one of the more well known dinner spots in Georgetown, but is also a must visit for Sunday brunch. There is rarely a wait o ..." more

3056 M Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20007

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Top Upcoming Events in Georgetown

May 2013

May 23 Thu	Roberto Pomili Concert / Blues 8:00pm Blues Alley Roberto Pomili	Add to Calendar
May 24 Fri	Lena Seikaly Concert / Jazz / Singer / Songwriter 8:00pm Blues Alley Lena Seikaly	Add to Calendar
May 25 Sat	Lori Williams Concert / Jazz / Singer / Songwriter / Soul 8:00pm Blues Alley Lori Williams	Add to Calendar