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Five Guys Famous Burgers and Fries (2301 Georgia Ave. NW; 202/986-2235; lunch for four $20). Lumpy and utterly delicious.
The mall seen from the roof of the Hotel Washington (15th St. and Pennsylvania Ave. NW; 202/638-5900; www.hotelwashington.com). At night, the memorials can make a patriot out of the most hardened cynic.
Montrose Park (R St. between 28th and 32nd Sts. NW), in Georgetown. Swings, sandbox, and grounds perfect for picnicking.
Pho 75 (1721 Wilson Blvd.; 703/525-7355; lunch for four $30). This Vietnamese spot in Arlington serves one soup 15 ways. Addictive.
Thomas Sweet Ice Cream & Chocolate (3214 P St. NW; 202/337-0616). A funky vibe and great mix-ins (raspberries, peppermint patties).
Breadline (1751 Pennsylvania Ave. NW; 202/822-8900; lunch for four $25). They’re twice-fried—and more than worth the wait in line.
Pasta Mia (1790 Columbia Rd. NW; 202/328-9114; dinner for four $60). Get here by 6 p.m. for the 6:30 opening to avoid a monster wait.
(3001 Connecticut Ave. NW; 202/633-4800; nationalzoo.si.edu) Between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m.: buildings are closed but the grounds are open—and the animals lively.
The Smithsonian Institution’s 14 D.C. establishments, including the National Air & Space Museum. None charges a dime (donations, of course, are encouraged).
The salty oat cookie at Teaism (800 Connecticut Ave. NW; 202/835-2233). A block from the White House, and way better than it sounds.
In early April, the Tidal Basin by the Jefferson Memorial is the prime viewing spot.
Two Amys (3715 Macomb St. NW; 202/885-5700; dinner for four $60). Pies from a wood-burning oven, just blocks from the National Cathedral.
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