Capitol Hill Books

If you are a fan of old books, the Capitol Hill Books bookstore is the place for you to be. They are open every day, just a few steps from the United States Capitol or The Supreme Court. You can even look up some books they have on their website before you decide on visiting.

• Web:

  www.capitolhillbooks-dc.com

• E-mail:

  chbooksdc1@juno.com

• Address:

  657 C Street SE, Washington, D.C.

• Phone:

  +1 202 544 1621

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 10am–8pm, Sat 9am–8pm, Sun 9am–7pm

Chevy Chase Pavilion

Chevy Chase Pavilion, a newly renovated shopping mall, has a lot to offer for those who step in. There are different stores such as H&M, World Market, J. Crew but you can just pop in and have a cup of coffee and a sandwich at Starbucks.

• Web:

  www.chevychasepavilion.com

• Address:

  5335 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, D.C.

• Phone:

  +1 202 686 5335

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Sat 7am–11pm, Sun 7am–9pm

Downtown and Chinatown

Downtown is DC’s department store center. Downtown Washington borders Pennsylvania Avenue, the direct route between the White House and the Capitol. A few central malls, including the Old Post Office Pavilion and The Shops at National Place, are quieter alternatives to the suburban giants further out of town. Wafts of sweet and sour pork are also likely to drift by in the Downtown area since you are just around the corner from Chinatown.

Eastern Market

Besides delicious fresh products, the Eastern Market also sells soaps, candles, pottery, jewelry, and almost anything else you can think of. There’s also an irresistible flea market just across the street.

• Web:

  www.easternmarket-dc.org

• E-mail:

  market.manager@dc.gov

• Address:

  225 7th Street SE, Washington, D.C.

• Phone:

  +1 202 698 5253

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Fri 7am–7pm, Sat 7am–6pm, Sun 9am–5pm

• Subway:

  Eastern Market

Eastern Market Pottery

Eastern Market Pottery is located in the market's basement and has a lot of potteries for sale from different artists. You can even take part in a pottery making class! They offer evening classes from Monday to Thursday, from 7 pm to 10 pm. On Thursday mornings, you can take part in a morning class from 9.30am to 12 pm. It is definitely worth a visit if you have enough time!

• Web:

  www.easternmarketpottery.com

• Address:

  225 Seventh Street SE, Washington, D.C.

• Phone:

  +1 202 544 6669

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Fri 9am–7pm, Sat & Sun 9am–5pm

Fashion Center at Pentagon City

The Fashion Centre at Pentagon City in Arlington, Virginia, is a premier shopping destination ideal for travelers due to its convenient location near Reagan National Airport and central D.C. landmarks. It boasts more than 170 stores including high-end brands and popular retailers, plus an array of dining options. There's also direct access to the Pentagon City Metro station, making it easy to explore the wider Washington, D.C. area.

• Web:

  www.simon.com/mall/fashion-centre-at-pentagon-city

• Address:

  1100 South Hayes Street, Arlington, VA

• Phone:

  +1 703 415 2400

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Thu 10am–8pm, Fri & Sat 10am–9pm, Sun 11am–7pm