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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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Mr. Smith's of Georgetown

30s / 40s / Barbeque / Beer / Blazers

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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M Street

Affluent / All Ages / All Types

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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Zenobia Lounge

18 and over / 20s Music / 30s / TVs

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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Georgetown Waterfront

20s / 30s / 40s / All Types / Burgers

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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L2 Lounge

30s / 40s / Absinthe / Affluent / Club

Party Earth Review The line of text in L2 Lounge’s membership application is clear: “There are no free memberships. It doesn't matter who you are or who you think you know.” Such is the great equalizer ... more

3315 Cady’s Alley NW
Washington, DC 20007

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The Tombs

20s / Bar Food / Brunch / Burgers / DJ

Party Earth Review Tucked beneath 1789 Restaurant, its swankier sister establishment, The Tombs is a lively sports-themed bar mere steps from the Georgetown University campus – and the venue has been ... more

1226 36th Street NW
Washington, DC 20007

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Blues Alley

40s / Button-downs / Couples / Jazz

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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Dolcezza

20s / 30s / Affluent / All Ages / Café

Reviewed by Kelly M.

"My Take: On a warm, sunny afternoon of Georgetown’s Wisconsin Street, I headed over to the picturesque gelateria known as Dolcezza. This gelateria doe ..." more

1560 Wisconsin Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20007

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Nick's Riverside Grill

Brunch / Burgers / Casual / Dessert

3050 K Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20007

George

Bar / Button-downs / Club / DJ / Dance

Party Earth Review Tucked away on a small back street, George is a hidden gem in Georgetown, at least for those lucky enough to be on the guest list. That shouldn’t imply that the venue’ ... more

3251 Prospect Street NW
Washington, DC 20007

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Paolo's Ristorante

20s / 30s / 40s / Affluent / Brunch / TVs

Reviewed by Kelly M.

"My Take: A friend and I were not planning on eating at the Georgetown restaurant but as we walked by the quaint patio, the smell of delicious pizzas a ..." more

1303 Wisconsin Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20007

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Baked & Wired

20s / 30s / All Ages / All Types / Art

Reviewed by Jasmine S.

"Yes, everyone just adores Georgetown Cupcake but Baked & Wired is the very best spot, they cute and crazy names for the cupcakes I had a peanut butter ..." more

1052 Thomas Jefferson Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20007

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