52 Romantic Things to Do in DC by a Former Washingtonian, Washington D.C., USA
Have you found yourself looking for date ideas and romantic things to do with your partner in Washington, DC? I totally get it… Dylan and I lived in DC for two years and were constantly looking for things to do as a couple. Luckily, DC always has something going on with plenty of fun date ideas for you and your partner!
DC may be known as a small city, but it is not lacking in romantic things to do. This city has many things for everyone, and the options are limitless. You’ll be able to choose from activities that range in budget (thank you, Smithsonian, from a broke college student), interest, and location. Before we dive into it, let’s look at some of the main ways you can find romantic things to do in DC.
I built a Travel Budget Planner for Backpackers - the exact tool I used to track every dollar while traveling across South America. And the best part? It’s simple, flexible, and actually fun to use.
DC is a place everyone in the US should explore at least once in their lifetimes. I lived there for two years and still feel like there is more to see! It’s a great place to visit with your partner because there are never-ending dates to experience.
Some categories we’ve broken the date ideas in DC into are visiting popular attractions, exploring different parts of the city, finding entertainment, and dining out. This list contains 52 romantic things to do, and we’re about to go into those now. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
DC may be known as a small city, but it is not lacking in romantic things to do. This city has many things for everyone, and the options are limitless. You’ll be able to choose from activities that range in budget (thank you, Smithsonian, from a broke college student), interest, and location. Before we dive into it, let’s look at some of the main ways you can find romantic things to do in DC.
I built a Travel Budget Planner for Backpackers - the exact tool I used to track every dollar while traveling across South America. And the best part? It’s simple, flexible, and actually fun to use.
DC is a place everyone in the US should explore at least once in their lifetimes. I lived there for two years and still feel like there is more to see! It’s a great place to visit with your partner because there are never-ending dates to experience.
Some categories we’ve broken the date ideas in DC into are visiting popular attractions, exploring different parts of the city, finding entertainment, and dining out. This list contains 52 romantic things to do, and we’re about to go into those now. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
How it works: The full article is featured in the app "GPSmyCity: Walks in 1K+ Cities" on Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
Download the app to your mobile device to read the article offline and create a self-guided walking tour to visit the sights featured in this article. The app's navigation functions guide you from one sight to the next. The app works offline, so no data plan is needed when traveling abroad.
Download The GPSmyCity App
Sights Featured in This Article
Guide Name: 52 Romantic Things to Do in DC by a Former Washingtonian
Guide Location: USA » Washington D.C.
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Samantha Kaiser
Read it on Author's Website: https://thelifestyletravelers.com/romantic-things-to-do-in-dc/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
Guide Location: USA » Washington D.C.
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Samantha Kaiser
Read it on Author's Website: https://thelifestyletravelers.com/romantic-things-to-do-in-dc/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- National Mall
- Lincoln Memorial
- Reflecting Pool
- National Monument
- White House
- Luther King Jr. Memorial
- Thomas Jefferson Memorial
- Farmers Fishers Bakers
- U-Street
- Logan Circle
- The Wharf
- Union Market
- Yard Park
- National Portrait Gallery
- National Gallery of Art and Sculpture Garden
- Museum of the American Indian
- International Spy Museum
- Phillips Collection
- Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens
- National Museum of Natural History
- National Museum of American History
- National Air and Space Museum
- National Museum of African American History
- U.S. Botanic Gardens
- National Zoo
- Meridian Park
- Shakespeare Theatre
- Blues Alley
- Swingers
- John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
- Politics and Prose
- 9:30 Club
- 1789 Restaurant
- Le Diplomate
- Tidal Basin
- Artechouse
Insider Tips for Washington D.C., USA
Two-Day Itinerary: 8 Must-See Museums in Washington, DC
With world-class collections spanning Asian treasures, Renaissance masterpieces, modern installations, and presidential portraits, Washington, DC offers one of the finest concentrations of art museums in the United States. This self-guided two-day itinerary takes you through eight outstanding museums on and near the National Mall, including four Smithsonian museums and the National Gallery of... view more
A Long Weekend in Washington D.C.
A few long weekends in our Nation’s capital is all it takes to see the best sites of Washington D.C. I came to D.C. as a teenager as part of a field trip for our middle school. We saw Mt. Vernon, colonial Williamsburg, the capitol building, the Washington Monument, the Smithsonian, and a few of the memorials. While it was over 30 years ago, some sites have remained the same and others have... view more
The Best Washington D.C. Kids Activities
We’ve been living in D.C. for about a year and a half. There are so many things to do in this area, boredom is never an option! While we feel like we have done quite a bit, there are still many things on our list that we would still love to do.
Here is a comprehensive list of the best Washington D.C. kids activities. These are places we’ve visited in this area along with tips and important... view more
Here is a comprehensive list of the best Washington D.C. kids activities. These are places we’ve visited in this area along with tips and important... view more
DC Neighborhoods: Be a Flaneur
Discover DC neighborhoods. Roam the streets and alleys of DC’s historic and eclectic neighborhoods. See 300 years of different architectural styles – Federal, Victorian, Queen Anne, Beaux-Arts, Romanesque, Brutalism, and 20th Century Revival architecture.
Best Washington D.C. Christmas Activities
Washington D.C. is a wonderful place to spend the holiday season. There are beautiful decorations, lights, and displays in addition to all the attractions that are already here. Additionally when you visit during winter, you will enjoy many of the museums and sights with far fewer crowds than in the summer. We loved being in Washington DC at Christmas time. The city is very festive and there are... view more
Be an Explorer in DC Neighborbood Georgetown
Georgetown is a bee hive of streets running parallel to M Street and crisscrossing Wisconsin Avenue; multi-storied rowhouses dressed in pink, yellow, blue and green doors, with Disneyesque landings festooned with flowering pots. But this is no made-for-TV stage front. Georgetown architecture dates back to the 16th century. A particular thrill is to stumble on a “half” street. Slum housing that... view more
Useful Travel Guides for Planning Your Trip
7 Chocolate Destinations in Washington D.C.
Let’s be honest, you hear the words "Washington, D.C." and you think politics, history, museums, etc. You can’t take five steps in the city without being surrounded by history. As important as all that culture is, it’s also a bit overwhelming. Make it fun by exploring Washington,...
Traveler's Guide to Washington DC: 16 Souvenirs to Bring Home
The capital of the United States is an attraction in its own right and many things that have originated here or in the nearby areas are of great cultural and historic significance. To decide which of them can make for an ideal souvenir for you to bring home, check out the proposed list of local...
10 Unusual Things to Do in Washington DC
You might be inclined to think that the capital of the United States consists solely of museums and monuments, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. As a local, I’ve found that there are so many more things to do in this city than just the main tourist highlights. Read on to learn 10 of...
Insider Tips Overview
