I'd like to introduce you to Georgetown! One of My Favorite DC Neighborhoods: Georgetown Neighborhood Walk
Historic Georgetown in Washington DC is one of those neighborhoods one can easily slip into.
Pristine, elegant, delicious, the shopping won't disappoint, the dining is sure to satisfy, and the smooth cobblestone streets will transport you in time.
Dating back to 1751, the neighborhood of Georgetown in northwest DC is one of the oldest in the area and is home to some of the most splendid and preserved architecture in the district.
Single family stone homes from the late 1700's share the streets with colonial row homes. From gas lamps to louvered shutters no detail is spared.
I often feel as though I'm walking through a Thomas Kinkade cityscape, especially during the holidays when the neighborhood is alight with amber flames, bells, wreaths and bows.
Easily accessible via the DC Metro, Georgetown is a pedestrian neighborhood. If you're driving, note that DC has neighborhood specific designated parking areas, which means parking can be tricky if you don't live in the neighborhood you're trying to park in. Read signs carefully!
So, what should you do now that you're there? Here are some shops and stops that are a must in Georgetown:
Georgetown Cupcake (3301 M St NW, Washington, DC)
If you have a sweet tooth, Georgetown Cupcake will not disappoint. These are the best cupcakes in DC!
Relish (3312 Cady’s Alley, NW Washington, DC)
This classic Georgetown boutique will have you looking as good as Olivia Pope.
1789 Restaurant (1226 36th Street, NW Washington, DC)
It's like stepping back in time. The restaurant hidden inside a brownstone, is cozy, romantic and out of this world delicious.