KidFriendly DC is a resource for parents who take advantage of all the city’s great offerings for children. From the tried and true to the new and cool, find out where to go and what to do with the kiddos in the nation’s capital.
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Love your site! If I lived in DC with kids, I would use it ALL the time. Super informative!!
I recently discovered this site, and it’s now one of my favorites. Great stuff. Thanks! I will be sure to do my part to forward any good kid events I see.
Can you recommend any kid-friendly (toddler) places to stay in walking distance to the museums/mall? Or resources to find apartments to rent for the weekend? thanks.
For hotels within walking distance to the Mall, try the JW Marriott, Hotel Monaco, and the L’Enfant Hotel. But keep in mind that the Metro, DC’s subway system, is excellent, offering quick and easy transportation around the city. Many other family-friendly hotels are close to Metro lines, so you can hop on and arrive at the Mall within minutes. With that in mind, you should also consider the Park Hyatt Washington, Omni Shoreham, and Grand Hyatt hotels.
For short-term apartment rentals, check VRBO.com and homeaway.com, and I’d recommend looking for places in Capitol Hill. It’s a charming neighborhood and just a 10-15 minute walk (or 5-minute Metro ride) to the Mall if you stay close in to the Capitol. Many of the row homes have English basements available for rent, both short and long term. There are also several family restaurants nearby and parks where kids can play.
Hope that helps. Have a great trip!
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So im uber pumped becuase UniverSoul Circus is coming to town!! They are arriving May 5-22 @ Capital Plaza Mall in Landover Hills, MD. I take my nephews just about every year and we LOVE it! I recommend all to go.
What took me so long to find you?! This is hands-down the best resource for kid’s activities in the DC area. Thank you!
looking for performances that children can watch that incorporate American Sign Language
The Puppet Co. offers ASL interpreted shows, as well as Adventure Theatre. Both are located in Glen Echo Park. On Sunday, Feb. 5 at 1 p.m., “Peter and the Wolf” will be ASL interpreted at the Puppet Co.
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