Good to know
- Tickets
- No tickets required
- Time needed
- 2 to 4 hours
- Best time
- Weekday mornings to avoid crowds
- Getting there
- Metro to Foggy Bottom station then walk west, or take a Metrobus
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Georgetown, Washington DC questions
Is Georgetown safe to visit?
Georgetown is generally considered one of the safer areas of DC. Standard urban precautions apply at night.
How do you get to Georgetown from downtown DC?
Take the Metro Blue, Orange or Silver Line to Foggy Bottom, or the Red Line to Dupont Circle, and walk about 15 to 20 minutes. Metrobus routes also serve the neighborhood.
What to do in Georgetown?
Walk the historic streets, shop on M Street, visit the university campus and walk along the waterfront park.