Things to do in Adams Morgan

Along 18th St, NW lies Adams Morgan, a neighborhood known for its nightlife, eclectic dining and vintage shops. Here are some of our favorite “can’t miss” spots when visiting this stretch of downtown Washington, DC.

brightly colored brick buildings in the Adams Morgan neighborhood

Bring Your Appetite

From Ethiopian to Filipino, there is truly something for every taste in Adams Morgan. Whether you’re looking for a quick bite or a sit-down meal, you will find it along 18th. From a classic breakfast to post-dinner sips, visitors can spend the entire day sampling dishes up and down the block.

An Instagramable Moment

Tucked behind Mama Ayesha’s restaurant on Calvert Street you will find what DC locals call the “city’s largest postcard”. Completed in 2009, the “postcard” is a mural, featuring eleven American presidents, starting with Dwight D. Eisenhower and ending with Barack Obama. Created by El Salvador-born artist Karla Rodas (aka Karlisima), the mural was funded by the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities and is a hidden gem in Adams Morgan.

Oh This? It’s Vintage.

From rare reads to rare finds, you’re in the right neighborhood. Adams Morgan has a number of vintage spots, perfect for an afternoon of shopping.

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