Best Spas in Washington DC

"Immerse yourself in privacy at the Spa at Four Seasons Washington, DC, a chic, urban luxury spa that offers a private steam shower and whirlpool in each of its eight treatment rooms. Popular treatments like the Codage Signature Age-Defying Facial Treatment, Rock Creek Forest Massage and Jet Lag Massage pamper and revitalize you after a long day of touring the capital."

"Prominently located on the Southwest Tidal Basin, near a number of new restaurants and bars, the Mandarin Oriental finds itself among one of the capital’s coolest communities. Glamorous decor, waterfront views, and high-end service are just the beginning of the hotel’s abundant luxuries. Fiola Mare Restaurant by Fabio Trabocchi"

"Every room at the luxury Mandarin Oriental hotel features a flat-screen TV with on-demand movies and music. The spacious marble bathrooms are fitted with a deep soaking bathtub and a separate showe..."

"Sure, you can sip herbal tea or infused water while you wait, but the bite-size brownies in the lounge of the W Hotel’s sleek spa are so much more fun for kicking off an afternoon of indulgence. Follow those with a signature “Blissage” treatment and you may never want to leave. The Swedish-style massage comes in a super-long, 105-minute version—at most places, massages top out at 90 minutes—that’s worth every penny of its $230 price."

"Adjacent to Arlington National Cemetery, Mynd at Pentagon Row offers a wide range of beauty and wellness services. Comprised of industry experts, our team specializes in seven self-care areas — massage therapy, body treatments, skincare, nail care, haircut and color, makeup, and waxing — and can ..."

"The Spa by Ivanka Trump is a 10,000 sq ft boutique spa located within the Trump International Hotel in the DC area. The spa is known for its highly customized service, ensuring that every guest has a unique experience during their visit. The spa has six rooms, with expert therapists ensuring your aches and pains disappear in no time."

"Chef Michael Rafidi opened Albi in February to much anticipation. He’s temporarily added on Yellow, a daytime cafe-within-a-restaurant with a menu of Levantine mezze and sandwiches. His burnt eggplant pita is filled with smoked peppers, feta and garlicky habibi sauce."

"The National Cherry Blossom Festival is held in late March and early April. The spectacular cherry trees at the center of the celebration were a gift to the United States in 1912 from Japan. Hundreds of thousands of people now attend the annual festivities, which typically includes fireworks, a parade, and a kite festival."

"The annual peak bloom period of these iconic pink flowering trees means that spring and love is in the air. The famous month-long celebration takes place alongside the scenic Tidal Basin. Engagement, wedding and other romantic photos are often captured beneath these picturesque trees."

"To commemorate his generosity, the Cherry Blossom Festival was born. Tourists from all over the world come to the Tidal Basin to see the blooms which come out on average between late March to early April. The peak bloom date is the day that 70 percent of the blossoms are open."

"Address: 301 South Harrison StreetLength: 1.2 milesDifficulty: Easy to difficultBikeable: Paved trail yes, natural trail noTrail Map:ViewDescription: This beautiful and secluded 95.5 acre park offers a whole host of family activities. Trails throughout this park offer a beautiful setting for bird watching and other outdoor activities. There are sightings of everything from woodpeckers to wood ducks and warblers."

"Tucked away in a 38-acre wooded area of footpaths, streams formed by the nearby Potomac and lush greenery, is this little oasis perfect for some outdoor communing with friends or family. There’s a lot to take in here with the surrounding log cabins, the winding Potomac River Trail, and there’s even a blacksmith shop with a working forge. The park provides interpretive environmental education programs for all ages and for a wide variety of audiences including small groups."

"Military RoadLength: 1.4 milesDifficulty: Moderate to difficultBikeable: NoTrail Map:ViewDescription: To the east of Military road, this trail features a forested area and rocky stream that runs down to the Potomac River and Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail. There are several areas where you will have to cross the stream. On the west side of Military road, you will find hilly, wooded trails around Gulf Branch Nature Center."

"Nature Centers provide kids with lots of hands-on opportunities to explore our environment. From Rock Creek Park to Montgomery County, MD, to Arlington, VA, year-round naturalist guided programs will give you insight into the natural habitat of the Washington, D.C."

"The Nature Center is the first stop for visitors to Rock Creek Park, a natural area in northwest D.C. Ranger-led programs and some of the park's shorter trails begin at the center, where visitors can find trail maps, a planetarium, and a children's discovery room."