Historic architecture, local flavor, wooded neighborhoods, and a small town feel perfectly describes Mount Pleasant. Just two miles from downtown Washington DC, Mount Pleasant borders the Smithsonian National Zoo and Rock Creek Park. This famous zoo brings in tourists from all over to see thousands of animals, including tigers, elephants, and giant pandas. Rock Creek Park offers residents an urban oasis with hiking and biking trails, tennis courts, golf course, and more. For a city plaza, visit Lamont Park, host to the weekend Famer’s Market. Bring your furry friend on a leash and check it out!
Mount Pleasant is filled with vintage storefronts, housing local restaurants, bars, and shops. Visit Beau Thai, named Washington’s “Best Thai Restaurant,” for an industrial atmosphere with a full bar. Bring the whole family to a renovated brick townhouse at the Purple Patch and explore Filipino cuisine.
