Guidebook for Bethesda
Food Scene
Exceptional restaurant that has brought up the level of other places nearby. Great coffee, breads and desserts.
Praline Bakery @ Glen Echo Park
7300 Macarthur BlvdExceptional restaurant that has brought up the level of other places nearby. Great coffee, breads and desserts.
Passion Fin
7320 Atlas Walk WayExcellent for sushi and Asian cuisine
Sightseeing
Dramatic falls unexpected so close to the city
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Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center
11710 Macarthur BlvdDramatic falls unexpected so close to the city
The home of the founder of the Red Cross, adjacent to Glen Echo Park
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Clara Barton National Historic Site
5801 Oxford RdThe home of the founder of the Red Cross, adjacent to Glen Echo Park
Parks & Nature
A peaceful place on the water, can take you into the city or all the way to Great Falls
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Chesapeake and Ohio Canal
A peaceful place on the water, can take you into the city or all the way to Great Falls
Trail follows an old railroad right of way from Bethesda to Georgetown. Can be downright crowded on warm weekend days, but remains a calm retreat.
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Capital Crescent Trail
Capital Crescent TrailTrail follows an old railroad right of way from Bethesda to Georgetown. Can be downright crowded on warm weekend days, but remains a calm retreat.
Arts & Culture
Not a symphony hall, but a huge traditional dance hall with live music - big band, salsa, swing - all weekend long.
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Glen Echo Park
7300 Macarthur BlvdNot a symphony hall, but a huge traditional dance hall with live music - big band, salsa, swing - all weekend long.
Drinks & Nightlife
Warm gathering place with great food and music in the bar after hours. Walking distance.
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Irish Inn At Glen Echo
6119 Tulane AveWarm gathering place with great food and music in the bar after hours. Walking distance.