Ready to shop ‘til you drop in the nation’s capital? These top Washington DC shopping spots and malls blend big-brand favorites, indie boutiques, and local flair all across the city.
If you are in a hurry, I recommend:
Unique DC Shopping Spots:
1. Spring Valley Shopping Center
Located on Massachusetts Avenue in Washington’s affluent and leafy Spring Valley neighborhood, the Spring Valley Shopping Center offers convenient shopping and easy on-site parking. The main draw-card is without doubt Wagshal’s Delicatessen, which is rumored to be the best old-fashioned Deli you will find outside of New York. You need to be prepared to queue for their famous sandwiches and other staples if you arrive around lunch/brunch time. The Wagshal’s Market is the place to go for excellent quality meat and groceries. In addition to Wagshal’s you will find a Wells Fargo Bank, CVS Pharmacy and Carriage Lamp Cleaners (laundry and dry cleaners).
Spring Valley Shopping Center, 4859 Massachusetts Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20016, Phone: 202-966-1688
2. Washington Square Shops
The Washington Square Shops offer a variety of services you may need during your visit to Washington DC together with a few fashion and other retail outlets. You will find a shoe repair outlet (Cobbler’s Bench Shoe Repair), an AT&T and Verizon Wireless, and an optician (My Eye Dr). You can do some lingerie shopping at Victoria’s Secret, have the perfect shave or men’s skin-care ritual at The Art of Shaving and then find your latest must-have accessories at Lou Lou Boutique. Spend some time lingering over a great meal at Leon or Morton’s The Steakhouse or enjoy a quick cup of coffee at Starbucks before shopping for fashion at Sarar or Men’s Warehouse.
Washington Square Shops, 1050 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036
3. CityCenterDC
Whether you are visiting Washington for a day or two or plan to spend a longer time in DC, you should take the time to visit CityCenterDC, where a brilliant DC experience awaits you. CityCenterDC is more than a simple shopping destination – the complex offers over 30 retail outlets and restaurants, residential units, offices and brilliant out-door public spaces where you can relax and unwind. You will find distinctive designer fashion at stores like Gucci, Hermes and Salvatore Ferragamo, while Tumi offers the perfect solution for packing your new acquisitions. There are several eateries vying for your custom including Centrolina. The complex also boasts residential apartments and will welcome a fabulous Conrad hotel in 2019.
CityCenterDC, 825 10th Street, Washington, DC 20001
4. Crystal City Shops
Located across the Potomac River in Arlington, Crystal City Shops offers an inviting one-stop destination for shopping, dining and socializing. You can access Crystal City by car or cab (5 minutes from downtown DC), Metro or the VHE and there is plenty of on-site parking. If you would like to linger in the area you will find no less than 12 hotels within easy walking distance. Visitors can shop till they drop at a large variety of retail outlets and boutiques including men and women’s fashion and shoe stores, several health and beauty outlets and gift shops. There is no shortage of places to eat and drink including nine restaurant/bars and almost thirty food specialty stores.
Crystal City Shops, 1750 Crystal Drive, Arlington, VA 22202, Phone: 703-413-4380
Affordable DC Shopping Spots:
5. Dulles Town Center
Located 10 minutes north of the Washington Dulles International Airport, the Dulles Town Center is a good shopping option for visitors who would like to find a great variety of shops and restaurants under one roof. You can look forward to finding many of your favorite fashion retailers in the center including Banana Republic, H&M, Macy’s and J C Penney. Other services include hair salons, nail bars and a spa. When you need a break from shopping you can enjoy a cup of coffee at one of several coffee shops or take in a move at one of ten cinemas. There are also many restaurants catering to all tastes and occasions.
Dulles Town Center, 21100 Dulles Town Circle, Dulles, VA 20166-2400, Phone: 703-404-7120
6. Gallery Place
Located in the heart of Washington DC’s vibrant Chinatown, (adjacent to Capital One Arena), Gallery Place offers everything you need from a central shopping precinct. You can browse all manner of home electronics at the exciting Studio Xfinity store.. When it comes to entertainment you can catch a movie at Regal 14 (14 screens to choose from). In addition to shopping and entertainment you will also find a variety of restaurant/bars and food outlets to choose from.
Gallery Place, H St NW & 7th Street NW, Washington, DC 20001, Phone: 202-778-3150
7. Georgetown Park
You will find Georgetown Park centrally located between the historic C & O Canal and Georgetown’s two main streets, Wisconsin Avenue and M Street. The shopping complex is easily accessible from downtown Washington by Metro and has an enormous parking garage if you are coming by car. You can expect to find interesting retail outlets including Anthropology, H&M, J Crew and TJ Maxx alongside service providers such as Avis/Budget Car Hire, DMV Georgetown Service Center and the Washington Sports Club. You can go bowling (and have a meal) at Pinstripes or opt for Italian fare at Filomena Restaurante.
Georgetown Park, 3222 M Street NW, Washington, DC 20007, Phone: 202-965-1280
8. Georgetown Shopping District
The Georgetown Shopping District sprawls along several blocks on Wisconsin Avenue and M Street in Georgetown. Here shopping enthusiasts can easily spend several hours browsing a wide variety of retail outlets offering just about any kind of shopping you can imagine. Fashion retailers include favorites like Abercrombie and Fitch, Banana Republic, Barbour and many more. Art enthusiasts can browse several art shops and galleries while beauty requirements are provided at several hair, nail and brow studios, gyms, yoga studios, spas and exercise studios. You will never need to worry at food and drink – there are dozens of restaurants and fast food outlets vying for your custom.
Georgetown Shopping District, Wisconsin Avenue and M Street, Georgetown, Washington, DC 20007
📔 I get asked this a lot so I decided to include it:
- Q: What makes Washington, DC a great destination for shopping?
- A: Washington, DC is a true shopper’s paradise, offering a wide variety of shopping malls and popular stand-alone boutiques.
- Q: What can shoppers expect at the larger shopping malls in Washington, DC?
- A: The larger shopping malls in Washington, DC offer outstanding shopping experiences under one roof, complete with several restaurants, bars, and cinemas.
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