Living in Petworth
What Locals Say
Must-See Destinations and Delectable Delights
Not only can you find President Lincoln’s Cottage, his former summer residence transformed into a historical attraction in Petworth. This burgeoning area showcases a vibrant selection of trendy restaurants and bars that draw in Washington, DC’s stylish crowd. If you have an appetite for imaginative cuisine served in chic dining spaces, a visit to Petworth is highly recommended. Check out EatsPlace, an incubator kitchen to find some of the best up and coming chefs. Or Call Your Mother and Timber Pizza Company, both earning spots on Bon Appétit’s prestigious list of America’s 50 best new restaurants, making Petworth a culinary destination worth exploring.
Views All Around
Petworth, one of Washington, DC’s most vibrant neighborhoods, is a paradise for art lovers with stunning street murals and galleries to explore. Enjoy the Petworth Library, offering an inviting and comfortable atmosphere to relax, read, work. Next, make your way to Rock Creek Cemetery and pay a visit to the Adams Memorial, famously recognized as the Grief Statue, created by Augustus St. Gaudens. And for our history buffs, President Lincoln’s Cottage provides a unique ambiance, where significant moments in American history unfolded.
Getting Around
Metro Station:
Georgia Ave – Petworth | Green Line
Bus Routes:
60: Fort Totten – Petworth
62, 63: Takoma – Petworth
64: Fort Totten – Federal Triangle
70: Georgia Avenue – 7th Street
Main Thoroughfares:
Georgia Ave / US 29
New Hampshire Ave, NW
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43 minutes
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By Car
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22 minutes
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