Georgetown is the oldest neighborhood in Washington, D.C. and remnants of its history can be seen in the cobble-stone streets and trolley tracks. Being described as an intimate community, Georgetown is separated into the West Village and East Village, based on its location to Wisconsin Avenue.
Although Georgetown provides its residents with a small town feel, this neighborhood is full of charisma and life! The shops that line Georgetown's streets are second to none in the District and offer unique, luxurious stores like BCBG, Anthropologie, Hugo Boss, Poltrona Frau, Ralph Lauren and many more.
Desires are fulfilled by the diversity and multitudes of restaurants located throughout Georgetown and many of the restaurants have maintained a nationwide reputation for years! Café Milano is one of the most bustling places in the District, Citronelle prides itself as being the best French restaurant in town, Mendocino has a Californian flavor and there are many more with just as much flavor!Luxurious hotels, such as the Four Seasons and the Ritz Carlton, will accommodate visitors and offer great meeting locations for the residents.A variety of spas and salons will keep residents and visitors feeling refreshed and relaxed.
The Georgetown Waterfront, with its new park, captures the beauty of the Potomac River and boasts amazing views of the Kennedy Center, the D.C. skyline and nearby Rosslyn. Explore the wonderful architecture on Georgetown's campus, or attend a Hoya game. The nature lover will enjoy walking down trails paralleling the historic C & O Canal that runs throughout the neighborhood, taking an old boat ride down the canal, or kayaking or canoeing from the Georgetown rowing center.
The D.C. Circulator travels through Georgetown and easily connects the rider to other spots in the District. The Metro's bus system provides easy transportation to nearby Metro stops. The Key Bridge links Georgetown residents to the George Washington Parkway, I-66, I-395, and the Canal Road, which leads to Mclean and Potomac… a commuter's dream!
Georgetown's interesting housing community is comprised of beautifully ornate, historic homes, coupled with newly developed luxurious condominiums. The well known Hillandale gated community is located here, as well as, traditional rows of townhouses that identify various periods of development in Georgetown.
Georgetown's status as a historic district requires a panel of architects to review any exterior changes, construction or demolitions. This preserves the traditional historic character and filling of this amazing corner of the District.
The amenities, historic sites and luxurious shops make Georgetown into a neighborhood that proves to be convenient and full of life!
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