Relaxing in Washington DC

Escape from the hustle and bustle with these local relaxing spots in Washington DC. Whether you’re looking for peaceful parks or fun activities, our Spotters have found the perfect spots to unwind in the city. Enjoy a round of golf at East Potomac Golf Links or take stroll along the water at Hains Point. Check out these and many more local gems here for a relaxing time in Washington DC.

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ArtJamz

Paint and sip

"ArtJamz" in Washington DC is cool. It's basically an art studio where I go to hang out with friends, a date, or just to destress with a drink & paint.

Art & culture

Bars

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Aparna

Krishnamoorthy

Apr 6, 2025

Dupont Circle Farmers Market

Happy Sunday morning

"Dupont Circle Farmers Market" is where I go in Washington DC to spend a fun Sunday morning. I recommend you get some coffee, walk around & take it all in.

Relaxing

Shopping

Aparna

Krishnamoorthy

Apr 6, 2025

National Arboretum

Urban oasis

The "National Arboretum" in Washington DC is my place to relax away from the bustle and next to plants. My favorite part in it is the Grove State Trees...

Relaxing

Kelley

Smith

Apr 6, 2025

Meridian Hill Park

Beautiful park

"Meridian Hill Park" in Washington DC is a little piece of green space in the center of the city. The fountain and the sound of water are so relaxing...

Relaxing

Kelley

Smith

Apr 6, 2025

Franciscan Monastery

Hidden history

"Franciscan Monastery" is one of the most often overlooked historic spots in Washington DC, away from most of the museums, a piece of the Holy Land...

Art & culture

Relaxing

Kelley

Smith

Apr 6, 2025

Board Room

Games and brews

"Board Room" is a fun bar in Washington DC you can go to with friends & play board games while enjoying drinks. It's impossible for me not to have fun here

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Relaxing

Aparna

Krishnamoorthy

Apr 6, 2025

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Relaxing in Washington DC

City guides by those who know the city in and out!

Our Locals' Favorite Relaxing

JR

Kelley

You?

Aparna

Katya

Lydia

City guides by those who know their city best!

Why not just trust our Locals?

JR

Kelley

You?

Aparna

Katya

Lydia

ArtJamz

Paint and sip

Aparna

Krishnamoorthy

Dupont Circle Farmers Market

Happy Sunday morning

Aparna

Krishnamoorthy

National Arboretum

Urban oasis

Kelley

Smith

Meridian Hill Park

Beautiful park

Kelley

Smith

Franciscan Monastery

Hidden history

Kelley

Smith

Board Room

Games and brews

Aparna

Krishnamoorthy

Heading to Relaxing?

... for just €9.99

Going to Relaxing?

✓ Escape the Crowds

✓ Find Spots nearby

✓ Authentic Stories

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