Spend an afternoon at the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building to take in its magnificent 19th-century architecture and changing exhibitions. As the largest library in the world, it offers historical treasures and photographs documenting America.

Open Tuesdays - Saturdays 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. with free timed-entry passes required at https://loc.gov/visit. Closed Sundays and Mondays.

The Smithsonian Institution, which includes museums, research centers, and education centers, is by far one of the best parts of visiting Washington, DC. In fact, it has 21 libraries, 19 museums, nine research centers, and a zoo.

When you visit the Smithsonian, you’re entering the world’s largest museum complex, with approximately 157 million artifacts and specimens in its trust for the American people. All are free and open to the public 9am to 5pm, and most museums line the perimeter of the national mall.

If you ask us, the best are the National Portrait Gallery, National Gallery of Art, Natural History Museum, American History Museum and the Air and Space Museum.

Union Market is one our favorite DC food halls! The industrial-cool space has grown to include 40-plus vendors. You can get anything from fish tacos, handmade pastas, shrimp ‘n' grits, the best BLTs, acai bowls and more. There something for everybody to have their favorite.

Le Diplomate, located on 14th Street NW in Washington, D.C., is a renowned French cafe that has become a mainstay in the District’s vibrant restaurant scene. It's a frequented spot for everyone, from presidents to everyday visitors. The brunch, lunch or dinner are all fabulous.

Our menu highlights include the famous breadbasket, the burger, French onion soup, steak frites, and of course the profiteroles for dessert.

The best casual chic cafe & bar with an outdoor patio. You can look for coffee, breakfast, lunch, dinner, and well-crafted cocktails. The menu features eastern European favorites as well as the usual burger and fries

We recommend visiting for the show-stopping cocktails, especially the espresso martini!