Discover the Best Things to Do in Dupont Circle

Just steps from Hotel Madera, Dupont Circle is one of D.C.’s most walkable and vibrant neighborhoods. Whether you’re here for culture, coffee, or cocktails, there’s no shortage of things to see and do—many within minutes of your room.

Art, History & Culture

  • The Phillips Collection – America’s first modern art museum, just 3 blocks away
  • Heurich House Museum – Gilded Age mansion with a beer-making legacy
  • Embassy Row – Take a self-guided stroll past embassies on Massachusetts Ave.

Coffee, Shopping & Local Flavor

  • Kramers – Legendary bookstore and café, perfect for brunch or browsing
  • Dupont Farmers Market (Sundays) – One of the city’s best
  • Proper Topper – Quirky boutique for fashion, gifts, and homewares

Outdoor Time

  • Dupont Circle Park – Grab a coffee and people-watch from a shady bench
  • S Street Dog Park – Off-leash fun just a short walk from the hotel
  • Rock Creek Park – Trails and serenity just a few blocks north

Book your stay at Hotel Madera and enjoy Dupont Circle like a local—lively, walkable, and full of surprises.

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