Saturday
- 10:00 AMBen's Chili BowlFood & Drink · U Street
Since 1958, this half-smoke hot dog institution has fed presidents and locals alike — a true DC landmark.
Why this pick- ·A can't-miss for a short visit
- ·Keeps you in U Street — short walk from your other stops
- ·A fall-perfect atmosphere
- 1:00 PMEastern MarketFood & Drink · Capitol Hill
Saturday flea + farmers market in a Victorian brick hall — get the blueberry pancakes.
Why this pick- ·A can't-miss for a short visit
- ·Keeps you in Capitol Hill — short walk from your other stops
- ·A fall-perfect atmosphere
- 3:30 PMThe National MallCulture · Downtown
Two miles of memorials and free Smithsonian museums on both sides.
Why this pick- ·A can't-miss for a short visit
- ·Keeps you in Downtown — short walk from your other stops
- ·A fall-perfect atmosphere
Sunday
- 2:00 PMNat'l Museum of African American History and CultureCulture · National Mall
Profoundly moving Smithsonian museum that demands a full day — essential for any cultural visitor or local.
Why this pick- ·A can't-miss for a short visit
- ·Keeps you in National Mall — short walk from your other stops
- ·A fall-perfect atmosphere
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