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The Yards Park

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Navy Yard, Washington
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    Jim M.
    "... boardwalk next to the Anacostia and revel in the fact that there's finally..."(2 Tips)
    Amanda
    "Friday summer concerts in the park"(2 Tips)
    Amy C.
    "Such a great waterfront spot!"(2 Tips)
    Majed A.
    "Nice place for walk, run, cycling & for picnic."(5 Tips)
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  • Nicole M.heart icon on user image
    Nicole McKinneyMay 30, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Check out the Yards Park concert series every Friday from 6:30 to 8:30 in the summer. Live music, food trucks, beer from Churchkey, hanging by the water. Can't go wrong!
  • Danielle D.
    Danielle DaSilvaJuly 13, 2018
    Lovely spot to walk, run, or roll near Nationals Park. Great waterfront location, and so so so many places to grab a bite or drink. Bluejacket and Osteria Morini are some favorites.
  • Jess Z.heart icon on user image
    Jess ZimbabweAugust 12, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Splash fountain, huge wading pool, sloped benches and boulders to climb: what's not to like for kids. Food, beer, and live music on Friday nights in the summer.
  • Bikabout
    BikaboutJanuary 27, 2017
    The Yards splash pad is right off the Anacostia River Trail and proximal to Ice Cream Jubilee. This is one of the coolest public spaces in the world. Travel guide - www.bikabout.com/washington-dc
  • The Ritz-Carlton
    The Ritz-CarltonJuly 27, 2015
    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.
  • The Hill is Home
    The Hill is HomeJanuary 21, 2012
    The only wadding pool around for both children and adults alike. This is the perfect park to enjoy a picnic and dip your toe into the fountain for a chance to cool off on a hot summer day. Read more
  • Majed A.heart icon on user image
    Majed AlashariMarch 29, 2020
    Nice place for walk, run, cycling & for picnic.
  • Jim M.
    Jim MaloneOctober 3, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Make sure to walk behind the ridiculously awesome waterfall. Also chill on the boardwalk next to the Anacostia and revel in the fact that there's finally a waterfront park in DC worth going to.
  • Melodyheart icon on user image
    MelodySeptember 30, 2012
    I love this park. The landscaping, architecture, waterfall, scenic views, and unique features make this one of the gems in the city.
  • Climate Ride
    Climate RideMay 18, 2012
    On May 23, watch out for a large group of Climate Ride cyclists who will be finishing their ride here! They're pedaling from NYC to DC to raise money and awareness for a sustainable future. Read more
  • Val A.
    Val AbregoJune 9, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Friday night summer concerts are a blast. Free, on the waterfront and just plain beautiful views make this a must destination during the DC summer months.
  • Sam K.heart icon on user image
    Sam K.June 7, 2015
    Near the water and relaxing place to sit with a book and read. Also nice ice cream.
  • Amy C.heart icon on user image
    Amy CummingsMarch 10, 2018
    Such a great waterfront spot! Can’t wait to come back in the summer.
  • Kaz K.
    Kaz K.June 22, 2015
    Great place to bring any urban planner friends aka plannerds to.
  • Going Out Guide from PostLocal
    #CherryBlossoms: The Cherry Blossom Family Bike Rally and Ride includes biking tips and lessons, a moon bounce, bike decorating and face painting April 10 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Read more
  • Capitol R.
    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!
  • Kira M.
    Kira MaixnerMarch 20, 2015
    Staring at the waterfront will make you want to get out on it! If you need a boat, check out GetMyBoat! Read more
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    CharApril 14, 2018
    Been here 25+ times
    Great fun to just chill on a warm day!
  • Amanda
    AmandaJune 21, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Friday summer concerts in the park are a great way to start the weekend! And it's BYOB!!! 😄
  • Philip T.
    Philip TicknerOctober 23, 2011
    Wonderful place to have a picnic. Bathrooms, really well landscaped, safe and a great view!
  • Terry T.heart icon on user image
    Terry TurnerJune 14, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    Free concerts every Friday are a great way to start a summer weekend.
  • Elizabeth W.
    Elizabeth W.C.August 23, 2013
    Really, truly a hidden gem in DC. Y'all are missing out!
  • Caleb H.
    Caleb HaysAugust 10, 2015
    Live bands on Friday evenings in the summertime.
  • Regina P.heart icon on user image
    Regina PetersonJune 19, 2015
    The sitting park is a great place to relax.
  • Climate Ride
    Climate RideMay 17, 2012
    Climate Riders: It's the end of the ride! You made it! Time to pack up and say goodbye to all of the new friends you made on Climate Ride NYC-DC 2012! Read more
  • Nicole M.heart icon on user image
    Nicole McKinneyAugust 24, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Free yoga class at 7pm on Wednesdays by the lighthouse!
  • Prime O.heart icon on user image
    Prime ObjectiveOctober 15, 2017
    Bars, food, music, scenery
  • MC B.heart icon on user image
    MC BellJune 18, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    Lots of great restaurants
  • Andrew W.
    Andrew WeberJuly 1, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    If you're here at 8 am, you can hear the Star Spangled Banner play from the Navy Yard.
  • Robin S.
    Robin SpencerAugust 7, 2015
    Get a bottle for $18! Perfect night!
  • Dottie Mae J.
    Dottie Mae JenkinsAugust 9, 2014
    Water Battle and Tiki Bar with Tiffany and Nikki
  • Dee R.
    Dee RoseApril 8, 2013
    The sun was bright and the water was beautiful.
  • Thorough B.
    Thorough BurroughsAugust 30, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    This place is the greatest!
  • Lyndsey
    LyndseyJune 24, 2011
    free concert and a beer garden on summer Friday nights
  • Dale B.
    Dale BanksNovember 15, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Lay down on the wooden lounge chairs in the garden.
  • Lyndsey
    LyndseyJune 10, 2011
    kids love playing in the water fountains!
  • porn S.heart icon on user image
    porn SiriratpiriyaJune 4, 2013
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