This was a GREAT souvenir shop! We bought sweatshirts and T shirts. The store has a nice array of…read moremerchandise and when we were there they has awesome sweatshirts on clearance for $21! Highly recommend!

Decent selection of items and service was alright. Prices seemed a tad high but that's the norm for…read moresouvenir shops in the area. Wouldn't frequent this spot but it's a decent stop if you're needing to get souvenirs to bring home in a pinch.

Located at the McPherson Metro Station. This was one of the few tourist shops that was recommended…read moreto me while on vacation. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. After entering the shop, I was quickly notified of the sales they had going on. Staff helpful and in assisting with my needs. Shop offers variety of DC attire and other souvenirs. Very good pricing.

If you need any souvenirs this is a great option, plus it's inside the Metro station. The shop is…read morepacked with various DC themed gifts. Some examples include magnets, stickers, shot glasses, clothing, hats and keychains. We got a few magnets + stickers and the cashier/owner(?) was very kind to us and the kiddo. I'd definitely stop by here again.

It's a beautiful bookstore, expertly organized, and very spacious…read more Best-sellers are easy to find, displayed in the front. There's a wonderful children's section on the 2nd floor. Don't forget to take some time to observe a huge replica of "The Very Hungry Caterpillar", a well-beloved children's picture book. It makes for a fun photo op, I think. There's a nice YA section with a sizable manga inventory. My son was so taken with manga, filling sketch books with manga-inspired drawings for years. Politics, sci-fi, travel, history, sports, personal growth, romance...it's all here, and much more. There's a cornucopia of non-book gift possibilities too. An easy 5 stars.

I know I have not been to Georgetown in a long time but I had no idea there was a Barnes and Noble…read morehere. I love big bookstores and this place was amazing. They converted an old historical building into a large bookstore. As soon as you enter the store you feel the classic renovation and great vibes. Other Barnes and Noble have the same regular retail feel but this location has a vintage originality that you don't find anywhere else. There were three floors filled with books of varying types. It was surprisingly filled with college kids and tourists who were in the area. I was like a kid in the candy store. I went from browsing nonfiction to graphic novels to self-help books. I was able to find a seat and spend my evening going through a good classic self-help book. The only downside was that it was almost nine and the store was closing. I had to head down and make my way out. I wished I had a longer stay in DC to come back here. Most of the Barnes and Noble stores in my area were closing down so it was great to experience a classic bookstore again.

I'll always love a local bookstore first like Solid State, East City, Politics & Prose, Capitol…read moreHill Books, and so many more. That said, this location of Barnes & Nobles is very big. Two floors are filled with all kinds of books well organized. They also sell toys, journals, and more. Their travel section is decent. It's not as robust as the Barnes & Noble in Georgetown, but it's not bad. I was disappointed to see the lack of local books about D.C. history, etc. Staff were attentive and friendly.

This place is a welcome addition to downtown DC. This place isn't huge but it's large enough and…read morehas a good selection of books and magazines. In fact, they had a magazine I wanted and saved me shipping of having to order it online. Service was very friendly and they weren't too crowded on a weekday at lunchtime. Prices are okay but of course if you scrounge around online you might fine some stuff cheaper. Of course here you take it with you right then, no waiting for shipping. I'm glad they're back downtown and I'll come here again sometime.

One of the few stores that was recommended to me while on vacation. Shop offers a wide variety of…read moreDC attire and other DC souvenirs. Staff friendly. Good pricing.

Really nice selection of souvenirs from all price ranges. The staff was very helpful and friendlyread more

Great selection of Books I wanted the divine comedy but they didn't have it translated by the…read moreauthor I wanted. Cute cards and stickers and tshirts. The girl found her book. We will return.

Great neighborhood bookstore right on 14th Street and a good spot to browse after dinner or before…read morewaiting for a meal. The interior is spacious, well organized and plannogrammed, and brightly lit. I could spend hours here, and so can you! Except for one bench I didn't see an area where you can cozy up and read or hang out with a coffee, but it has a great vibe, with so much more beyond books---totes, bags, games, magnets, gifts, and more! Definitely worth stopping in!

I simply loathe souvenir stores…read more But I bought things here and I didn't balk at the price. So that has to count for something. You can find most of what you want (though never anything you need) here Lots of stuff. If this is your jam it's probably your choice

Bus Driver's, Tour Driver's Charter Driver's Motorcoach Operators, Tour Guide's, Student Visitor's,…read moreKids and Parents hear me and hear me well! If you are looking for fair priced souvenirs Abe's Gifts is the place to shop. ( yeah, I know the titles are the same but it depends on what kind of charter we're on) Driver's there are plenty of bus parking right along the side walk next to his business. There are wall to wall souvenirs for your memories to Washington D.C. including kid toys. I'm not going to wave on and on about what's inside go see for yourself. Like I told my students "Don't let your eyes overload your wallet ". With his prices, you will walk outta there with unique souvenirs for everyone you know and love and even more for yourself. Oh yeah, his drinks are cold and goes down just right on hot days like today! I recommend Abe's because Tour Groups as well as the Charter Driver are on a strict schedule. As a driver, we can only drive 10hrs a day and the many groups we charter desire we drive the entire 10 hours. If I was a passenger, I would want the same seeing that they rent the bus for the entire drivers 10 hours. If I can elevate a stop AND keep them happy that warms my heart AND I can get to the Hotel on time, in bed so I can rest my nerves. Now speaking as a Professional Tour Driver, it's VERY important that our passengers are happy because if they aren't WE get stressed because they start to complain about every little thing we do. Majority of the time, the passengers ask for our OPINION for the best places to eat AND shop. AS a tourist myself, I want the best bang for my buck when it comes to spending my money in ANY capacity. As the driver, I NEED a great spot to let them off AND shop/look around if I can. I am always the last to exit the bus BUT expected to be back on the bus when RHEY are ready to leave. No one likes to be kept waiting. Time is VERY important for us all, I/we can't afford to waste time in lines. On my FIRST visit to ABES on the request of the Tour Guide, I was able to find GIFTS for myself and loved ones without paying for over priced unique gifts. Up to date, 90 percent of my gifts for myself have been magnets and shot glasses. I'm not spending another dime on them being that I've later saw the same glasses and magnets I could buy the same magnets at a truck stop and CHEAPER. I don't buy my family many souvenirs because they chunk them in a drawer or regift them at Christmas. As I mention in majority of my reviews, I'm watching EVERY penny I spend and not be a frivolous spender. Talk to you later on my next review!!

Second Story Books is a unique bookstore. It's a used bookstore but one that specializes in rare,…read moreout-of-print, and first edition books. It's a slightly confusing maze, but it's a great place to shop for books or gifts as long as you aren't looking for something in particular. It's a great place to browse and find a surprise, something you didn't know existed, something you didn't know you wanted. A charming bookstore!

Roaming around more interested in bookstores than the monuments. Established in 1974, yes it's as…read moreold as me! Super cute antique book store. You can find some oldies and some recent ones too! There is no place to sit if your into that sort of thing so if you e been walking for awhile a just be prepared. You also need to check in all big bags which I loved because my shoulders were killing me! I will return it's in a cute Neighborhood at DuPont circle which is a historic roundabout. It's considered the "old city".