With three matches to go in the regular season before the playoffs, the Philadelphia Union travel back to the friendly confines of Audi Field on Saturday evening looking to keep a top of the MLS Supporter’s Shield standings as they take on D.C. United on Saturday evening.

If you are going, here are a few spots to check out if you are heading down. We will be there, so if you see us around, please say hello.

Two quick notes:

1. There is a Washington Nationals game that day so parking will be upped and limited so please see below about our parking spot and also just plan to arrive earlier than normal or plan ahead.
2. Since DC is close, this is a short away day post. Most people are traveling to just the game, so keep that in mind. Again, as always if you have places to suggest, please comment.

Places to Visit

From the late 19th century through World War II, the Capitol Riverfront blocks south of the U.S. Capitol were home to the industrial Washington Navy Yard, an area that has been reborn as a haven for sports fans, nature lovers and food lovers alike.

Below are a few places to check out whether you want make it a day trip or hang out before or after the game.

National Museum of the United States Navy

U.S. Navy Museum is the flagship museum of the United States Navy and is located in the former Breech Mechanism Shop of the old Naval Gun Factory on the grounds of the Washington Navy Yard in Washington, D.C., United States. This place is filled with U.S. Naval history lore and recommended to check out!

Hours: Open Saturdays 10am-4pm (building 76 only)

Website:https://www.history.navy.mil/content/history/museums/nmusn.html

The Yards Park

The Yards Park, a premier waterfront destination, provides green space and water features for all to enjoy the outdoors along the Anacostia River. This award-winning park is an ideal place for recreation and special events for the Capitol Riverfront community.

Lots of great views and just a really relaxed environment prior to game time.

Solace Outpost

So you want to know my favorite brewery in D.C? It’s this place! The outpost offers something for every craft beer lover’s taste. There will be a lot of D.C. United fans there since it is one of their bars, but people are cool, so highly recommend it! We will be there for a bit prior to kick off, so come say hello.

Hours: Saturday: 12 PM – 1 AM

Website: https://solacebrewing.com/?site=navy-yard

Bluejacket Brewery

Bluejacket is a three-story microbrewery, restaurant & bar located on the corner of Tingey & 4th Street SE in the heart of the Navy Yard / Capitol Riverfront neighborhood of Washington, DC. From the minds behind ChurchKey, The Sovereign, Shelter & more, Bluejacket serves a rotating selection of 20 beers and five cask ales every day. Try pours like Belgian blonde ales, dry-hopped lagers, sweet stout with coffee, or sour blond ale with pink guava and passionfruit.

Hours: 11 am until 1:30 am

Website: https://www.bluejacketdc.com/

District Winery

District Winery is a boutique winery set in the heart of The Yards, a bustling community in DC’s Navy Yard along the Anacostia River. Winemaker Phil Arras produces their premium small batch wines, combining the quality of tradition with the freedom of innovation. Visit them to tour DC’s first operational commercial winery and learn about how their wines are produced, then settle into the restaurant and enjoy wines made onsite while indulging in their seasonal menu.

Website: https://www.districtwinery.com/dc-winery-restaurant-about/

Dacha Beer Garden (Navy Yard)

This is a neat outdoor spot near the Anacostia River and an easy walk from Audi Field. They have a wide variety of brews to go along with their beer garden food menu. They serve the beers from an Airstream trailer and have long communal tables in the German style.

Website: https://www.dachabeergarden.com/

Walter’s Sports Bar and Restaurant

Walters is built for watching games. With huge TVs everywhere and even a self-pour beer wall, it’s designed so you never miss the action while enjoying your drink. Whether it’s MLS, NFL, NBA, or international matches, the atmosphere feels like being inside a stadium with fellow fans.

Website:https://www.waltersdc.com/

Atlas Brew Works Navy Yard Brewery & Tap Room

Located steps away from Nats Park in bustling Navy Yard, our Half Street brewery and taproom features fifteen taps, a dozen TVs, delicious pizza + wings by Andy’s Pizza and a huge outdoor patio.

Website: https://atlasbrewworks.com/

Parking tip

Audi Field does not have its own parking, so your best bet is to use the Spot Hero app and find parking nearby. There is parking close to the Nationals stadium, but it is pricey. You can find parking garages that require a little bit of a walk, but very doable and are far cheaper. We have one that we use when we go near the Safeway- you can find it on Spot Hero. They also have lots of shared bikes and electric scooters you can rent if you want to get there more quickly.

That’s all for today’s travel tips. Wishing everyone who is traveling a safe trip and memories that last a lifetime.

Have a place that you would recommend? Please comment below.

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