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NatioNal harbor
Located just south of Washington, D.C., the National
Harbor offers a unique seaside experience right
outside of the nation’s capital. The 300 plus acres
of waterfront land include shops, restaurants, and
housing. With activities and events both day and
night, the Harbor constantly provides new and
exciting opportunities to explore. Whether you’re
looking for a day of shopping or a night on the town,
National Harbor is the ideal place to be.
uring the day, you can explore shops along the
Harbor or at the nearby Tanger Outlets. The
harbor itself includes more than 40 different shops
with a little something for everyone. From boutique
favorites like Alex and Ani and South Moon Under
to art exhibits such as Art Whino, the Harbor offers a one-stop
shop for all of your summer needs.
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The Harbor also hosts an array of organized activities throughout
the summer. If you’re looking to get bikini body ready, stop by
Waterfront Fitness, a free fitness program provided by Willpower
Functional Fitness. On Tuesdays-Thursdays from 7-8 pm, you can try
free yoga, kickboxing, and zumba classes while enjoying a picturesque
waterfront view.
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On Friday nights, stop by the Friday Night Live summer concert
series to hear free music by local bands. For the last two weeks
of the series, you can vote for your favorite band on Facebook
to see them preform. For families, the harbor hosts Movies on
the Potomac every Sunday night with themes such as “animated
academy awards” and “family knows best.”
For dinner, the Harbor has a variety of restaurants that serve fresh
seafood and other local favorites. Bond 45 offers both fresh seafood
and prime steak in a New York Italian style setting. The restaurant
also rents out tables and rooms for unique corporate and private
events. For great deals on small plates and authentic Asian cuisine,
stop by Grace’s Mandarin.
— by Casey Kerkhof