Washington DC Night Activities

• Activities in Washington, D.C., are not limited to the daytime--many venues open after dark for your entertainment. Washington, DC Skyline image by dwight9592 from Fotolia.com

  Whether you're a full-time resident of Washington, D.C., or simply visiting, you may be looking for a night of entertainment and excitement. Washington, D.C., has many nighttime venues and activities to keep you busy and fulfilled. You can take night tours or drop in at a local lounge or nightclub, whichever suits your preference.

DC Tours: Washington DC after Dark Tour

• If you're looking for a nighttime escape all while touring and exploring Washington, D.C., you can take the Washington DC after Dark Tour, available from DC Tours. As of 2010, the cost of a ticket is $38.95 if you purchase one online. By phone, tickets cost $43.95 each. The tour begins at 7 p.m. each evening and last for about three hours. The bus tours depart from Union Station and tours the entire city---from the Iwo Jima Memorial to the Kennedy Center.

  DC Tours

  888-878-9870

  DCtours.us

BreadSoda

• If you live in D.C. and you're looking for a new hangout, or if you're visiting and need a place to visit for the night, check into BreadSoda, located in the heart of Washington, D.C., on Washington Avenue. Breadsoda is a 70s-themed bar and lounge, fully stocked with a full bar and plenty of games such as shuffleboard, pool tables, and even Wii console games. On top of enjoying drinks and games, you can also eat at BreadSoda as the bar features a full menu from drinks all the way to dessert. Order yourself a BLT and top it off with some cookies. The menu at BreadSoda is ever changing to keep patrons coming back and the atmosphere refreshing.

  BreadSoda

  2233 Wisconsin Ave. NW

  Washington, DC 20007

  202-333-7445

  Breadsoda.com

Bar Pilar

• Bar Pilar gives an "old world" appeal to visitors and residents alike. The bar is filled with rustic decorations and atmosphere in addition to having all brick walls throughout. The bar's atmosphere is not open and spacious, but rather intimate and cozy. The bar prepares its food over a wood-burning stove with organic ingredients, filling the space with home cooked aromas. The menu changes daily with alternating chef's specials and recipes to keep the restaurant up to date. Order anything from a full fish entrée to a simple delicate cheese plate. The menu pricing is affordable while still being eccentric and refreshing.

  Bar Pilar

  1833 14th St.

  Washington, DC 20009

  1-202-265-1751

  BarPilar.com