Alexandria may seem like an odd place to rent a hotel, but it is close to the
Metro system and National Airport (two Metro stops away) and its rustic feel will
give you an experience different from most visitors. Two hotels in the area are
the Hilton Alexandria in Old Town and Relais & Chateaux Morrison House.
Dupont
Circle (Red Line) has a little of everything. If you like to read, you can spend
hours in Kramerbooks ( 1517 Connecticut Avenue, NW ). They have an excellent selection
of books and an eatery in the back in case you get hungry. Nearby, you can roam
for that used book that you haven't been able to find at Second Story Books and
Antiques ( 2000 P Street, NW ). Connecticut Avenue , the
main road that runs through Dupont Circle , is lined with interesting shops. One
of the unique women's clothing stores in the area is Betsy Fisher ( 1224 Connecticut
Ave. NW ). The store stands out with its unique selection of clothing for women
of all ages. And if you want to try a consignment shop, Secondi's ( 1702 Connecticut
Ave. NW ) will fit your needs. Secondi's has a well-organized selection of women's
designer and casual clothing, accessories, and shoes, and their clothing includes
labels such as Donna Karan, Prada, Ann Taylor, and Coach. North
on Connecticut Avenue , a few blocks from the Dupont Metro stop, is the popular
men's store Brooks Brothers ( 1201 Connecticut Ave. NW ). Brooks Brothers sells
traditional men's clothes, such as wool suits, navy blazers, and a fine line of
dress shoes. Finally, you can find that perfect beaded
necklace or the materials to make your own at Beadazzled (1507 Connecticut Ave.
NW) Beadazzled sells ready-to-string beads and jewelry as well as books on crafts
history and techniques. Where is there to stay in Dupont
Circle ? There are over a dozen hotels you can choose from. To mention a few of
them: Hilton Washington Embassy Road , Jurys Washington , Embassy Square , and
Washington Terrace. In short, Washington D.C. has a wealth
of one-of-a-kind stores, but you can find the big names (and brands) here as well.
It's no fun to carry bags around all day, so if shopping is on your itinerary,
renting a hotel in one of these areas will make it easier to drop off your bags.
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