Median Home Cost: $1.5 million
Population: 11,543
Families (Ages 0-17): 5%
6 Playgrounds
10 Historic landmarks
Top Schools: Hardy Middle School, Hyde-Addison Elementary School, John Francis Education Campus (West End), Washington Latin Public Charter School (Brightwood Park), Inspired Teaching Public Charter School (Edgewood)
Georgetown is one of Washington, D.C.’s oldest neighborhoods. It’s home to Georgetown University, the famous Georgetown Cupcake, upscale shops and historic landmarks. In the summer, families can rent a kayak, paddleboard or canoe to enjoy some time on the Potomac River. Even though Georgetown is just a small pocket of D.C., there is so much more it has to offer.
A Waterfront View
The Georgetown waterfront district is a lot of fun for the whole family. Starting with the Georgetown Waterfront Park, a summertime favorite is cooling off by the fountain water jets. The park stretches along the banks of the Potomac River from 31st Street NW to the Key Bridge. Take advantage of the large accessible pathways along the water for a family outing or stop by the harbor to watch the boats and feed the ducks.
A Spot for Tots
Enjoy a free visit to the Old Stone House, D.C.’s oldest standing building. If the littles get restless, they can run around in the garden. Tudor Place’s historic house and garden also makes for an enjoyable day, offering weekly themed activities for toddlers. Throughout the year, Tudor Place hosts seasonal activities as well, including a trick-or-treat party, its annual Gingerbreadpalooza and a holiday teen tea.
More for Families
- Tugooh Toys
- The Escape Game DC (Georgetown)
- Free family summer concerts in Volta Park
- Weekly farmers market in Rose Park
- Boomerang Boat Tours’ family-friendly treasure hunt cruise
Family-Friendly Eats
- Founding Farmers Fishers & Bakers
- Pizzeria Paradiso Georgetown
- Pinstripes
- Sequoia DC
- Fiola Mare
Local Pediatricians
- Dr. Nicole V. Lang M.D. (Downtown)
- Dr. Milagros Ariza M.D. (West End Pediatrics – West End)
- Dr. Christi Hay M.D., MPH (Cathedral Heights)
