United States National Arboretum is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Washington.

1. United States National Arboretum

9.0
3501 New York Ave NE (at Hickey Ln NE), Washington, D.C.
Botanical Garden · National Arboretum · 61 tips and reviews

alice r.alice richardson: total hidden gem... Read more.

melissa m.melissa moss: Such a hidden gem in the District. Love this place!

Camille W.Camille Wright: People get turned off by its surroundings, but this place is truly a hidden gem! Go in the spring for the azalea gardens in full bloom!

The Mansion on O Street is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Washington.

2. The Mansion on O Street

8.0
2020 O St NW (btw Hopkins St NW & 21st St NW), Washington, D.C.
Event Space · Northwest Washington · 18 tips and reviews

🤖🐵 Andrew S.🤖🐵 Andrew Stein: Secret doors and passages are usually full-length mirrors or bookshelves

Christine C.Christine Coleman: Found at least 6 secret doors

AFAR MediaAFAR Media: The most awesome part is finding the 70-plus secret doors that H.H. installed. Her children are still looking for 22 of them. I've found only eight... so just 62 more to go! Read more.

La Colombe Coffee Roasters is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Washington.

3. La Colombe Coffee Roasters

9.0
924 Blagden Alley NW (btwn M, N, 9th & 10th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Coffee Shop · Logan Circle - Shaw · 130 tips and reviews

Kayla G.Kayla Gail: What a hidden gem! Lovely to enjoy coffee that isn't burned or poorly brewed.

Kelsey✨Kelsey✨: Cute location. Feels like a hidden gem

Gretchen K.Gretchen Kaag: Incredible! Best hidden coffee in town. Everything is delicious - we came back again the same day to try the unique drinks. Excellent traditional drinks as well. Friendly staff and customers.

United States Botanic Garden is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Washington.

4. United States Botanic Garden

8.9
100 Maryland Ave SW (Independence Ave), Washington, D.C.
Botanical Garden · Southwest Washington · 111 tips and reviews

P J.P J: One of DCs hidden gems. A great place to sit and relax in the middle of the busy mall

RachelRachel: Beautiful outdoor gardens and indoor greenhouse. I am so glad I checked this place out!

HISTORYHISTORY: The garden is a living plant museum & was established by Congress in 1820. The Conservatory reopened in Dec 2001 after a four-year renovation,with approx 4,000 seasonal, tropical & subtropical plants.

Smithsonian American Art Museum is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Washington.

5. Smithsonian American Art Museum

8.9
800 G St. NW (8th and F Streets, NW), Washington, D.C.
Art Museum · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 86 tips and reviews

Stephen C.Stephen Chovanec: A hidden treasure among DC museums.

Camille W.Camille Wright: A hidden gem. Very gorgeous with a cool modern art section.

Fodor's TravelFodor's Travel: The museum includes folk art and crafts, decorative arts, and the largest collection of New Deal art and American Impressionist paintings. Visitors tend to adore the contemporary craft collection. Read more.

Theodore Roosevelt Island is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Washington.

6. Theodore Roosevelt Island

8.6
Analostan Island, Washington, D.C.
Monument · Northwest Washington · 29 tips and reviews

Rich P.Rich Pesce: Hidden gem. Great spot for a few running laps or even just a walk. Great statue of Teddy!

Real Living | At HomeReal Living | At Home: And for those who like to stay downtown, you have TRI. A “real forest” it has miles of trails through woods and marshes. It;s a great tribute to the legacy of a great outdoorsman, Teddy R.

- B.- Bossi: Peace, tranquility, beauty, and every other minute 100 decibels of raw aviation fury.

East Building Auditorium - National Gallery Of Art is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Washington.

7. East Building Auditorium - National Gallery Of Art

8.7
Washington, D.C.
Performing Arts Venue · Northwest Washington · 4 tips and reviews

Michael R.Michael Rebain: A hidden gem in the Nation's Capital.

Ben H.Ben Hundley: Modern art.

Ana R.Ana Reyes: Architecture

National Museum of the United States Navy is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Washington.

8. National Museum of the United States Navy

7.9
Washington Navy Yard, Washington, D.C.
History Museum · Navy Yard · 11 tips and reviews

Josh H.Josh Holowicki: This is definitely a D.C. Hidden Gem!

Brian S.Brian Soper: Great museum that is never crowded, with exhibits spanning from the revolution.

Jonathan A.Jonathan Allen: Make sure to bring passport or suitable ID as you need to fill in big form for background check at the visitor desk.

The Yards Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Washington.

9. The Yards Park

9.3
10 Water St SE (at 3rd St SE), Washington, D.C.
Park · Navy Yard · 37 tips and reviews

Elizabeth W.Elizabeth W.C.: Really, truly a hidden gem in DC. Y'all are missing out!

The Ritz-CarltonThe Ritz-Carlton: Yards Park is a wonderful place to picnic with children; the center-piece of the Southwest waterfront has plenty of open grassy spaces, seating areas, a boardwalk, and fountains.

Capitol R.Capitol Riverfront: Free concerts every Friday May 4th-Sept 14, 6:30 to 8:30pm. Food/drink available for purchase or bring a picnic. Best way to start the weekend!

Som Records is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Washington.

10. Som Records

8.0
1843 14th St NW (at T St NW), Washington, D.C.
Record Store · U-Street · 7 tips and reviews

ian h.ian hall: A hidden gem for vinyl lovers...spend an hour flipping through the racks on a lazy weekend afternoon...you're sure to find a few nice platters.

Lis R.Lis R: Friendly staff with great suggestions. A good mix of old and new vinyl.

Carlos S.Carlos Saenz: I hadn't been here in a while. Great vinyl shop second only to Crooked Beat in DC. Bought three LP's

The LINE Hotel is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Washington.

11. The LINE Hotel

8.7
1770 Euclid St NW (at Columbia Rd NW), Washington, D.C.
Hotel · Adams Morgan · 11 tips and reviews

Nicole M.Nicole McKinney: The real hidden gem here is the tiny pop up restaurant, Spoken English, that is standing only and one of the most unique dining experiences in DC thanks to chef Mario Almeida

Andrew S.Andrew S: Best Hotel in DC. The old church vibe is cool, rooms are great, awesome restaurant and coffee shop downstairs. One of my favorite hotels in the country.

Amelia T.Amelia Tidona: Love this place. From the trendy decor to hip restaurants/coffee shop inside to comfortable bed to fun location - this place gets an “A” in my book.

Renwick Gallery is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Washington.

12. Renwick Gallery

9.3
1661 Pennsylvania Ave NW (17th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Art Museum · Northwest Washington · 78 tips and reviews

Eli G.Eli Ginsberg: The Smithsonian's American Craft museum and gallery is one of DC's hidden gems. Make sure to check out the contemporary glass art upstairs.

Dion H.Dion H: The permanent exhibits are truly a spectacular display of American creativity and fine artistry from a variety of styles and medium. An excellent @Smithsonian collection

DmedusaDDmedusaD: See the Ghost Clock.

Dew Drop Inn is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Washington.

13. Dew Drop Inn

8.8
2801 8th St NE (at Edgewood & Hamlin St NE), Washington, D.C.
Dive Bar · Edgewood · 13 tips and reviews

Sam S.Sam Sherwood: Hidden gem. Solid bands, nice patio.

BrooklanderBrooklander: Atmosphere, great staff, good beer and food (limited) bar food

Madm F.Madm Fia: This place is great

C&O Canal Towpath is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Washington.

14. C&O Canal Towpath

8.6
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historic Park, Washington, D.C.
Hiking Trail · Foxhall-Palisades · 11 tips and reviews

Caleb H.Caleb Hays: Hidden gem, if you're in the right spot!

Yaser A.Yaser Ahmed: Billy goat trail is a nice little hike along the potomac

Adam J.Adam Johnston: Great place to run/bike

Maine Avenue Fish Market is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Washington.

15. Maine Avenue Fish Market

8.5
1100 Maine Ave SW, Washington, D.C.
Fish Market · Southwest Washington · 33 tips and reviews

Matt D.Matt Dicker: Maine Ave. Fish Market is one of the great hidden gems of DC. Go here to buy your seafood instead of the grocery store, it is much better quality and you're supporting local business.

Yasaman M.Yasaman Mahdian: There is nothing in the seafood category that you cant find in here! All of the fresh and huge! 😅 I loved it. Also prices are reasonable.

Travel ChannelTravel Channel: Heaps of Chesapeake Bay crabs, fresh caught, tossed with seasoning, steamed and served right there out of brown paper bags. – Anthony Bourdain, No Reservations