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Georgetown is a residential and commercial neighborhood located in the Northwest quadrant of D.C. along the Potomac River. Famous for its historic architecture, cobblestone streets, and dynamic dining, shopping and nightlife, Georgetown has been designated a National Historic Landmark. A former bustling port city that predates Washington, D.C. by 40 years, Georgetown has lovely 19th century homes to tour, the oldest standing building in the city dating to
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1765, and the historic C&O Canal where muledrawn boats demonstrate 1870s commerce. Georgetown’s main intersections are M Street & Wisconsin Avenue, and feature high-end stores, a shopping mall, restaurants with all types of cuisine and bars. The Georgetown Waterfront, located between the Washington Harbour and Key Bridge, includes pathways for cyclists, skaters, and pedestrians as well as an interactive fountain to play in during the hot summer months.
