Foggy Bottom is usually synonymous with George Washington University, with the campus occupying 43 acres in the area. However, the neighborhood offers so much more than the campus. It is Foggy Bottom's rich diversity and culture that make this community so unique.
Foggy Bottom lies north of Constitution Avenue, south of K Street and within the blocks of 17th and 26th Streets. Foggy Bottom is home to the World Bank, The State Department, the National Academy of Sciences, the John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts and other government institutions. The Watergate Complex is located in Foggy Bottom, and still is home to the City's social and political elite. The Watergate complex is full of amenities for every Foggy Bottom resident; a grocery store, CVS, dry cleaning service, Post Office and various high-fashion boutiques.
The neighborhood boasts a variety of housing options that are suitable for everyone's needs: condominiums, cooperatives, luxurious apartments and a historic district with bricked row townhouses that dates back to the late 1800's.
Various restaurants and hotels also make Foggy Bottom a comfortable place to live. Hotels such as the State Plaza Hotel, Melrose Hotel and the Fairmont Hotel provide luxury and convenience for any guest.
Living in Foggy Bottom is a commuter's dream! Located just off the Rock Creek Park, near I-66, along the D.C. Circulator route and on top of Metro's Orange and Blue lines, Foggy Bottom proves its convenience for commuters.
Nestled between Georgetown, West End and the center of our Nation's capital, Foggy Bottom is surrounded by wonderful neighborhoods that provide excellent shopping, entertainment and nightlife. Foggy Bottom boasts numerous bars and it's easy to walk right down the street to grab a drink with friends!
The George Washington University Hospital and Medical Center provides residents with some of the best doctors in the country. Enjoy an athletic event, catch a show at Lisner Auditorium or hear a lecture on GWU's campus.
Proximity to the National Mall and the Potomac Waterfront allow residents in the area to enjoy the great outdoors. Foggy Bottom provides its residents with all the amenities needed for living in a city.
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