Im going to be in town for the Feb 2nd game, do the caps have open morning skates/practices? If so, is it at the arena? A PM would be appreciated, since I usually spend all my time in the coyotes thread.
Thanks!
The Caps have all their practices and most of the pregame skates at the Capital Kettler Iceplex, located in Arlington VA.
For information on upcoming practices and pre-game skates, go here.
One thing I always love about Caps games is you can buy the nosebleed tickets and walk down to the seats near the ice in the second period since they never fill up.
As far as food goes, the food there isn't too bad actually, just expensive considering what it is (but of course its like that in any arena). If you want to eat outside the only place that really sticks out in my mind right now is Fogo de Chao, a Brazilian steakhouse, but its expensive and I'm not 100% sure but I think they have a dress code. The Verizon Center is in Chinatown so I'm sure you could find a nice Chinese restaurant and I also seem to remember a TGI Fridays or something similar within walking distance of the arena.
As for the game itself, watching Ovechkin in person is absolutely amazing, watching the moves on TV or on a replay doesn't compare as far as I'm concerned. I haven't been to any games this season yet, but I'm certainly looking forward to it.
Now I'm really jealous. Not only do you have AO but also public practices. It doesn't matter to me that the Caps are in the NHL basement. This is a chance to see some good players for cheap!
Looks like our tix are right behind the visitors bench...my kid will have very colourful vocabularly after the game!
Hey guys, me and a friend are taking a road trip from ny to d.c. to see the caps game on sunday march 9 against the pens . Can anybody name some good bars, preferably with lots of females, or cheap hotels around the area? is there any sick places to go to in general?
Any help would be greatly appreciated
!Ovechkin4President!
This may be early but I am going to be in Washington well Greensbelt Maryland from the 5th to the 12th. I got myself a ticket the florida game on the 6th really hope the caps make the playoffs maybe get the see some playoff action. Other then Washington Capitals what other tourist attractions are in washington ? Btw politics (white house)musuem's, history stuff don't intrest me . I live in a little town in bc that has populaton of 5,000 so i am really excited just to be in a city.
This may be early but I am going to be in Washington well Greensbelt Maryland from the 5th to the 12th. I got myself a ticket the florida game on the 6th really hope the caps make the playoffs maybe get the see some playoff action. Other then Washington Capitals what other tourist attractions are in washington ? Btw politics (white house)musuem's, history stuff don't intrest me . I live in a little town in bc that has populaton of 5,000 so i am really excited just to be in a city.
I don't have a prob with posters asking about info when visiting the DC metro area but getting close to needing a sticky, heh.
If the forum search function was working correctly we could find the rest of these. If anyone can find any others please post them and we'll merge them.
As it is, does anyone have any advice for this guy with apparently vague interests?
This may be early but I am going to be in Washington well Greensbelt Maryland from the 5th to the 12th. I got myself a ticket the florida game on the 6th really hope the caps make the playoffs maybe get the see some playoff action. Other then Washington Capitals what other tourist attractions are in washington ? Btw politics (white house)musuem's, history stuff don't intrest me . I live in a little town in bc that has populaton of 5,000 so i am really excited just to be in a city.
If you want mad museums DC has them and tourist stuff galore. Easy to find that stuff on the web. If you are looking for more the party stuff their is Georgetown (old school party area) or Adams Morgan (parking sucks take a cab..lots of interesting restaurants and clubs/lounges) or Dupont Circle (decent amount of people watching clubs/meat market).
Bethesda has a nice little down town upscale area. And its a little drive but Fells Point in Baltimore is very cool.
For VA there is Old Town Alexandria right across the Potomac from DC with a long strip of restaurants and bars (waterfront). Also the Ballston area in Arlington along Willson blvd is always great. Semi urban feel and lots of young people since its along the metro line (Capital Ballroom). /takes off tourist guide hat.
I'm planning on making a road trip to Washington D.C. from Rochester, NY on May 16th, Friday to Sunday.
I'd appreciate some tips for a tourist.
What would be the best place to visit on a Saturday, since I've never been to Washington before. I'm thinking of visiting the major government buildings and memorials, but thats all I know about.
Is there anything I should know of about the city on a weekend?
My favorites have always been the Air and Space Museum, Museum of Natural History, and Museum of American History, all adjacent to the Mall. Unfortunately, the Museum of American History is closed for renovation.
If you want to go a little off the beaten path for a museum experience, the International Spy Museum and National Portrait Gallery are both directly north of the Mall, a block from the Verizon Center and Chinatown. It's only 1 Metro stop away, and not much of a walk if you're willing.
As for general tips:
- For traveling in and around the District, take the Metro. it's pretty easy to navigate, and VERY convenient.
- If money is an issue, I'd recommend staying outside the city (in Alexandria, for example). A 15-20 minute Metro ride will put you at the Mall, depending where you stay.
Hope this information was useful. I'm happy to give more if you need it.
The Corcoran Gallery has an interesting photo exhibit with some works by Diane Arbus, Robert Capa, Henri Cartier-Bresson, Walker Evans, Robert Frank, and more. It is not free. Open until June 22nd.
I'm not sure where you're staying, but transportation is a consideration. Driving in DC isn't a lot of fun for people who aren't used to the area, and I hate it and I know the area a decent bit. Plan on taking the Metro. You can usually get a day pass ticket for 6 or 7 bucks (I forget how much it is now, I haven't gotten one in a while)
Newseum just opened a month or two back. It's supposed to be pretty good.
The National Archives is a decent visit. They have a decent section they just added to that is decent.
The Holocaust Museum is a popular visit. But That's kinda a day killer. I usually take friends in the afternoon/evening, because you don't want to do a ton after that.
I would also recommend either the Mint/FBI building, though both are extremely hard to get tickets into, if impossible/closed during the times you will be there.
You can go up to the White House fence outfront, but you can't go in. If you had written earlier, it would have been possible to get a Congressman or something to help you get in there.
Same with the Capitol.
Personally, if you're a history buff, Mount Vernon's a pretty good day trip. The museum there is ridiculously good. They've got a show in there that actually has snow come down and everything. George Washington's home for those of you not really a local/history/smart.
If I'm going Friday to Sunday, I probably would do something like this. Friday morning, I would hit the bigger attractions like the Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam, WWII, White House and the mall stuff. Maybe eat at Union Station or something like that and take the Metro out to Arlington National Cemetery in the late evening. You probably will have less tourists and kids since school is in session that day. If the weather is bad, I'd probably flip flop Saturday and Friday. The day with the best weather you should plan to do a decent bit of walking.
Saturday, I probably would have pre-ordered Spy Museum tickets, do that early, and then hit like the Archives and anything you might have missed on Friday. Then Saturday evening, go to either Georgetown or somewhere else you might want to partake of some of the regular (not getting mugged) type of nightlife DC does have.
Sunday, I'd take it a bit easier, maybe see the Holocaust Museum, an Art Museum or something you didn't see otherwise. Or go back to something you didn't spend a ton of time with. Maybe a ball game or something if the Nats are in town. Brand new stadium, even though the Nats are awful.
hey guys, im thinking about going to DC this upcoming season to see the bruins play the caps and I was just wondering how the city is for nightlife and/or bars, clubs etc. for a college guys with his friends, all in our early 20's??? i went to philly last year and had a blast. thanks for any advice!
Adams Morgan (18th between Columbia and U)--lots of college kids, young twentysomethings, TONS of bars, anything goes atmosphere. If you want a disgusting dive bar, go to Dan's cafe. Brass Monkey is an enormous bar with music, dancing and a rooftop deck.
U st between 18th and 8th--A little bit less rowdy than Adam's Morgan, has some good independent music venues and alternative bars. The scene is a little bit more diverse, a little older. I'd recommend Chi-Cha lounge (classy hookah bar) and Stetsons. Local 16 is alright, but the roof deck gets obscenely crowded.
Dupont--Connecticut avenue south of the circle has most of the cities clubs. I'd recommend 18th st. lounge or Play lounge if you are looking for an upscale club. Stay away from Five and 1223.
Noting that you're college students, the Caps had a very generous program (Student Rush) for fans with a college ID last season. You can walk up and get any available ticket for $20 (I think it was $20). The link for that is currently dead on the main website, but that's probably because individual tickets are not yet for sale.
