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    Dupont Circle: Tours & Tickets

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    #94 of 462 things to do in Washington DC
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    Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile
    Jumping off point

    This is a good jumping off point. I recommend having a game plan if coming here. It's not a sit and enjoy area, too many homeless people. But, it's a cool starting point for other adventures.

    Date of experience: October 2019
    Thank Firemedic26
    Reviewed 9 September 2019
    Fun atmosphere, great shops

    From delicious and diverse restaurants to second hand book shops, yarn stores and more - it's a great neighborhood to stay in or just visit for an afternoon or night,

    Date of experience: August 2019
    Thank Patricia F
    Reviewed 12 August 2019
    This used to be beautiful

    but the benches are tired, the pavement needs replacing/repair, and the whole circle is full of homeless people. We need to find better options for them, and some maintenance of the area will make it better for everyone

    Date of experience: August 2019
    Thank Northern_Traveler00
    Reviewed 11 August 2019
    Great Location - Simplifies City Navigation

    Dupont Circle was a great place to stay! There are tons of trendy shops as well as big box retailers all in walking distance. Subway and bus stops makes going to and from Dupont circle a breeze.

    Date of experience: January 2019
    Thank francwon
    Reviewed 28 July 2019
    Pleasant area to chill

    Dupont circle is a great area to visit while in DC. You can metro downtown or spend lots of time search for parking depending on the day. Lots of great restaurants and landmarks to visit while down there.

    Date of experience: July 2019
    Thank kevinparsakia
    Reviewed 9 July 2019 via mobile
    Review for the general area .... nice!!

    The general area for Dupont Circle is great, trendy cafes etc & nice wee shops. Lots to do, possibly more locals than tourists, but i may be wrong. Worth a wonder for a spot of lunch or dinner.

    Date of experience: July 2019
    Thank susan2909
    Reviewed 19 June 2019 via mobile
    Another statue!

    It’s true. Another beautiful statue! And if you have read my other reviews, you know that I love a good statue. Enjoy the photo op!

    Date of experience: June 2019
    1  Thank TLBPsyD
    Reviewed 23 March 2019
    Nothing special; lots of things to do

    Close to Embassy Row, many cafes and pizza stores, CVS, old books store, but other than that, just a common circle...

    Date of experience: March 2019
    Thank ronger5
    Reviewed 21 March 2019 via mobile
    Nice are to stay while visiting

    Not necessarily a spot to go to, but definitely a nice area to stay in while in Washington. If you have more time, you can take a short walk there and explore.

    Date of experience: March 2019
    Thank leuveen
    Reviewed 20 March 2019
    Not so much a destination but an excellent starting place...

    Dupont Circle is nice enough in itself. As its name implies, it honors a Dupont - no not the Dupont of gunpowder and industrial chemicals fame, but his nephew, Samuel Francis Dupont, a rear admiral during the Civil War who achieved great accolades for his...More

    Date of experience: November 2018
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    Response from Mike S | Reviewed this property |
    Dupont Circle itself is property of the National Park Service, and NPS rules apply. Dogs are allowed (and welcome), must be leashed, and owners must pick up after them. But note there are plenty of squirrels and rats for... More
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