Metro Stop of the Week: Dupont

To start off this feature, we’ll start with a stop close to home, Dupont Circle. The neighborhood is known for its boutiques, bookstores, galleries, embassies, nightlife, activist groups and nonprofit organizations. The circle itself attracts many street performers no matter what hour of the day or night. Whether you choose the north exit or the south exit, there’s definitely a lot to see.

On the North side, there are countless artsy shops and cafes to visit. A must-go is Krammerbooks and Afterwords – from their desserts and brunches, to their late night hours on the weekends, Kramers is a perfect hangout for college students. While it may be a little pricy, you won’t be disappointed. The café is also a bookstore and has a wide selection, with a terrific travel section.

Also, the North side of Dupont boasts the Phillips Collection, an art museum that’s noted for its impressionist and post impressionist works – especially Renior’s Luncheon of the Boating Party and works by Van Gogh, Monet and Degas. Admission is $8 on Saturdays and Sundays, and free Tuesday through Fridays. On Sundays before 1, it’s worth a trip to the Dupont market. Stands with fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, and flowers fill the streets.

For the south side, Cosi is fun. It takes GWorld and this location offers Cosi’s famous s’mores – a great way to spend a fall evening! The south side also offers great bars – from Buffalo Billiards, a sports bar, to the Front Page, for great happy hour specials, and the exclusive Eighteenth Street Lounge, known for its DJs and its association with the duo, Thievery Corporation.

Enjoy the weekend – Next stop is Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan!

- Mallory Thompson