Living in Woodley Park, DC

Where is Woodley Park?

Located in Northwest Washington DC, Woodley Park is an affluent, historic, tree-lined neighborhood that's best known for being a gateway to the Smithsonian National Zoo. It's bordered approximately by:

• North: Cleveland Park (around Klingle Road NW)
• South: Dupont Circle and Kalorama (near the Taft Bridge)
• West: Massachusetts Avenue NW (Embassy Row)
• East: Rock Creek Park and the Smithsonian’s National Zoo

It's a sought-after spot for people who value a blend of leafy-green neighborhood ambiance with lovely restaurants and cafes, all super-close to the city core.

What's great about living here?

• Abundant Green Spaces and Outdoor Activities
  Tucked beside Rock Creek Park, Woodley Park opens right onto one of the largest urban parks in the country—where over 2,000+ acres of winding trails, scenic woodlands, and unexpected quiet stretch for miles. Outdoor adventures include hiking, biking, horseback riding, a boat center, and more. The park doesn’t just add scenery—it also brings a cooler microclimate to the area. Residents can also enjoy the Tregaron Conservancy, a 13-acre woodland garden offering trails and a lily pond, and the Klingle Valley Trail, a mile-long path connecting Woodley Park to neighboring areas.

• Great Resturants & Cafes
  Enjoy frequenting a buzzy mix of restaurants along Connecticut Avenue, from casual brunch spots to low-key international kitchens. You’ll find things like mezze at Lebanese Taverna, house-made pasta at Lillie's., and neighborhood staples like Duke’s Counter or Open City—all just a short walk from the Metro or the zoo.

• Close to Downtown, Easy to Get Around
  Trains run every 6 minutes from Woodley Park metro, making it a cinch to get around. You can be at Farragut North in about 4 minutes, Metro Center in about 6 minutes, and Union Station in approximately 10 minutes. There are also multiple Metrobus routes (see the next section for more information), and the area has a Walk Score of 84.

• Historic Charm & Architectural Beauty
  Woodley Park is renowned for its early 20th-century row houses and historic buildings, such as the Woodley Mansion, a former residence of President Grover Cleveland and also Martin Van Buren. Federal-style and Colonial designs create a timeless appeal, while innovative newer redevelopments like Wardman Park embody the ever-growing vibrancy and renewal of the city.

• Proximity to the National Zoo
  Living in Woodley Park means being neighbors with the Smithsonian National Zoo, home to over 1,800 animals, including the famed giant pandas. As one of the few free zoos in the country, it offers residents and visitors an incredible source of year-round wonder and enjoyment.

What public transport is there?

The neighborhood's primary transit hub is the Woodley Park–Zoo/Adams Morgan Metro Station, located at 24th Street and Connecticut Avenue NW. This station is on the Red Line of the Metrorail system, providing direct connections to downtown DC, Union Station, and more.

Several Metrobus routes also serve the area:

• L2: Runs along Connecticut Avenue NW, connecting Woodley Park to Chevy Chase and downtown D.C.
• 96: Traverses east-west, linking the neighborhood to Capitol Heights and Tenleytown.
• 90 and 92: These routes provide service between Adams Morgan and Congress Heights, passing through Woodley Park.

Anything else to Know?

Woodley Park is also considered one of DC's safer neighborhoods, with a stable residential character, regular police presence, and comparatively lower crime rates.

Woodley Park falls within DC Public Schools and is served by well-regarded institutions such as Oyster-Adams Bilingual School, known for its dual-language curriculum. The neighborhood also offers access to several private and independent schools nearby, including the Maret School and Aidan Montessori.

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