Visitor Information
If you're visiting us from out of town, Planet Forward staff has compiled a list of nearby restaurants, other things to do in DC, and some tips for getting around the city!
Where to stay
George Washington University has provided a list of nearby Foggy Bottom hotels with university rates available to all visitors. Get the info here!
Where to eat
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Western Market Food Hall (multiple options!)
Fast casual:
Grocery store - Whole Foods Foggy Bottom
Things to do in DC
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National Mall and Memorial Parks
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Washington Monument is a 20 minute walk from GW's Foggy Bottom Campus
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Visit the tidal basin (the cherry blossoms will be in season in April!)
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U.S. Capitol — open Monday-Saturday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, free tour reservations are recommended
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Smithsonian National Museum of African American History & Culture – open 10 am to 5:30 pm daily, free timed-entry passes required
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Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History — open 10 am to 5:30 pm daily, free admission
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Smithsonian National Museum of American History — open 10 am to 5:30 pm daily, free admission
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National Portrait Gallery & Smithsonian American Art Museum – open 11:30 am to 7 pm daily, free admission
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Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum — open 10 am to 5:30 pm daily, free timed-entry passes required
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Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian — open 10 am to 5:30 pm daily, free admission
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Smithsonian National Zoo — open 8 am to 6 pm daily, free entry passes required
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National Gallery of Art — open 10 am to 5 pm daily, free admission
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U.S. Botanic Garden — conservatory open 10 am to 5 pm daily, free admission
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U.S. National Arboretum — open from 8 am. to 5 pm daily, free admission
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Walk to Georgetown and stroll along historic M St and the Georgetown Waterfront
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Outdoor hiking/walking/biking
Getting around DC
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Walking
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GW's campus is located close to many restaurants and attractions
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Metro
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Foggy Bottom metro station is a short walk from the Student Center
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Metro cards can be purchased at every metro station or you can add SmarTrip to your Apple wallet
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Taxi
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Uber, Lyft