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Taking Tea in DC

The well-known landscape of Washington, DC, laden with famous landmarks at every turn, welcomes tourists and locals to fully immerse themselves in the living history that exists among the perimeters of the legendary metropolis. Merely miles away from The White House, the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, and more, lie three extraordinary, yet wonderfully different, hotels beckoning for visitors to come, sip, and stay a while. Each venue bears witness to a piece of the American story, boasting countless opportunities to experience a taste of the past while indulging in remarkable fare of the future.

Willard InterContinental Washington, DC

1401 Pennsylvania Avenue NW • Washington, DC 20004

202-628-9100 • washington.intercontinental.com

Located on Pennsylvania Avenue, only a 5-minute walk from The White House, Willard InterContinental has stood tall and proud since 1818 as a luxurious “home away from home” for presidents, foreign dignitaries, and celebrities. The gorgeous hotel boasts stately marbleized columns, gilded ceilings, stylish furnishings, and opulent touches, while affording guests picturesque views of the city. Fortunately for us tea lovers, one of Willard InterContinental’s most cherished traditions is taking tea in their newly reimagined Peacock Alley—a must for those who appreciate teatime in a refined setting.

Afternoon tea has been a treasured staple at this esteemed location since the 1920s. Envision the harmonious sounds of a harp filling the air mingling with excited chatter from the guests who “ooh and ahh” at the gilded tiered

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