Despite the fact that gas prices are slowly dropping, the hectic, congested commuter drive to DC and just tooling around have become challenging.
Columbia Heights may be your answer. Rated 98/100 percent by Walkscore for its amazing transportation system, and its easy access to a number of exciting restaurants and shops, this DC suburb is perfect.
Who needs a car when Green and Yellow Metroline stops are nearby and can drop you in central DC in minutes. Add to that, Gallery Place, a central transfer point to the city and bus routes along 14th and 16th streets for east and west destinations. Neighborhood locals are serviced by The Circulator, a local bus provider.
For those wanting a little exercise, Meridian Hill Park is a multi-level, European-styled park that features terrazzo walls. Fountains and statues dot the landscape and an exciting drum circle occurs Sunday afternoons.
Still trying to stay off the grid, biking is a great way to explore this vibrant neighborhood and Capital Bikeshare stations are available.