Eastern Market which is a public fresh food market was opened in 1873 and renovated in 2009. On Saturday and Sundays Washingtonians go to Eastern Market for their pick of fresh produce and to check over the offerings of local artisan food as well as local artists and craftsman. Eastern Market is located in the historic Capitol Hill neighborhood which is a thriving neighborhood with tons of small businesses ranging from baby consignments shops to specialty kitchenware. You may also have your pick of coffee shops and restaurants.
Eastern Market is accessible by the Eastern Market metro serviced by the blue and orange lines. The indoor market is open Tuesday-Friday 7 am – 7 pm and the outdoor market is open on Saturdays from 7 am – 6 pm and Sundays from 9 am – 5 pm. Please visit the website for additional information about their vendors and other events.
Enjoy! Jonathan, Innkeeper
American Guest House in Washington DC
