Best Gelato in Bethesda

"A beloved local ice cream shop, Jubilee was founded in its owner’s kitchen in 2009. A home-grown shop, it’s earned accolades over the years, including People’s Choice for Best Ice Cream at the 2013 DC Scoop Competition. Stop by for delicious flavors like blueberry pie and espresso colada."

"Owner Victoria Lai believes that eating ice cream is meant to be a happy time and one shared by those you love. That is why she created these adorable shops to indulge in your favorite sweets. Ice Cream Jubilee is known for its seasonal flavors, international flair, and special events."

"Ice Cream Jubilee uses the small batch method to create high quality ice cream, and their flavors are not to be missed. I get hungry just thinking about caramel popcorn, gin and tonic, or cookies and cookie dough ice cream."

"This intimate and comfortable cafe is one of the best spots to grab a frozen treat near the St. Gregory Hotel. The special gelato flavors are handcrafted using local ingredients, providing a truly artisanal experience. Pair with an iced latte or espresso, and you’ve got yourself the perfect summer afternoon treat."

"Homegrown gelato chain Dolcezza was one of the first shops on the D.C. scene to specialize in unique flavors and artisanal ingredients. Flavors range from the traditional straciatella to black sesame to Swiss tarragon."

"Founder Ray “Pop” Giovanni catered events at the White House and served first lady Eleanor Roosevelt her favorite ice cream. His secret recipes live on in neighboring Alexandria at this classic neighborhood scoop shop."

"Grab a cone from nearby Pop’s Old Fashioned Ice Cream or picnic on the park’s green lawn as boats pull into the harbor."

"Not only can you taste the delicious ice cream at this shop, you can watch them make it right before your eyes. What began in a small home kitchen has now become a well-known establishment with some of the freshest ice cream in the DC area. They mix ingredients from local farms with grass-fed cream."

"Visiting from out of town and wanted something sweet, saw great reviews here so decided to check it out. Got a brownie sundae, cookie sandwich and a smal..."

"Primarily a gelato shop, Dolci Gelati also serves locally roasted coffee and espresso drinks. Specialty gelato flavors such as honey mascarpone fig and kettle corn set Dolci Gelati apart from other ice cream options in the area. If you’re also planning to visit the Alexandria waterfront, Dolci Gelati is an ideal option — once you get your caffeine and sugar fix, you need only walk five minutes to the Old Town Alexandria Waterfront Park."

"For authentic Italian gelato there is only one place to go—Old Town Dolci Gelati Café. Italy-native Gianluigi Dellaccio, appointedItaly’s “Ambassador of Homemade Gelato,” brings his homeland’s sweetest export to the D.C. metro area, incorporating his own twists along the way."

"The Nature Center is the first stop for visitors to Rock Creek Park, a natural area in northwest D.C. Ranger-led programs and some of the park's shorter trails begin at the center, where visitors can find trail maps, a planetarium, and a children's discovery room."

"Tucked away in a 38-acre wooded area of footpaths, streams formed by the nearby Potomac and lush greenery, is this little oasis perfect for some outdoor communing with friends or family. There’s a lot to take in here with the surrounding log cabins, the winding Potomac River Trail, and there’s even a blacksmith shop with a working forge. The park provides interpretive environmental education programs for all ages and for a wide variety of audiences including small groups."

"Military RoadLength: 1.4 milesDifficulty: Moderate to difficultBikeable: NoTrail Map:ViewDescription: To the east of Military road, this trail features a forested area and rocky stream that runs down to the Potomac River and Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail. There are several areas where you will have to cross the stream. On the west side of Military road, you will find hilly, wooded trails around Gulf Branch Nature Center."

"Nature Centers provide kids with lots of hands-on opportunities to explore our environment. From Rock Creek Park to Montgomery County, MD, to Arlington, VA, year-round naturalist guided programs will give you insight into the natural habitat of the Washington, D.C."

"Address: 301 South Harrison StreetLength: 1.2 milesDifficulty: Easy to difficultBikeable: Paved trail yes, natural trail noTrail Map:ViewDescription: This beautiful and secluded 95.5 acre park offers a whole host of family activities. Trails throughout this park offer a beautiful setting for bird watching and other outdoor activities. There are sightings of everything from woodpeckers to wood ducks and warblers."

"The Luther W. Brady Art Gallery and the Dimock Gallery make up the George Washington University Art Galleries. They display the University's permanent art collections, as well as visiting exhibitions. The collections include painting, sculpture, and photographs, ranging from rare historic pieces to Washington and Americana to modern art."

"The Art Museum of the Americas is the first art museum in the US that is primarily devoted to exhibiting works of modern and contemporary art from Latin America and the Caribbean. The museum's collection consists of 2000 objects in varying media including painting, sculpture, installations, prints, drawings, and photographs."

"One of America's most visited historic sites, Mount Vernon was the beloved home of George and Martha Washington, who lived here from the time of their marriage in 1759 until George's death in 1799. Regular guided tours of the furnished main house give a fascinating insight into the Washingtons' daily life, and self-guided tours of the outbuildings and gardens estate offer plenty of opportunities to interact with actors offering first-person narratives of working and living on the 18th-century plantation."

"After your time in Inner Harbor, take a short stroll into the town of Mount Vernon and grab a bite."

"Address: The Sushi Bar, 2312 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia 22301. The Sushi Bar aims to provide the full dining experience with their comfortable lounge and friendly atmosphere. While this restaurant only serves small-bite dishes to encourage visitors to try out everything on their menu, all starter items promise to please the appetite and get everyone ready for the meal of a lifetime."

"Inside Downtown DC’s Eaton Workshop visitors will find a 200-plus room hotel that houses a progressive-minded co-working space and four unique food and drink concepts. Make your way toward the back of the hotel, peer behind a wall of books and you’ll happen upon Allegory, a sleek, shadowy cocktail bar with an extensive drink list. Settle down on a leather couch, admire the mural that pays homage to Ruby Bridges with a whimsical Alice in Wonderland theme and imbibe literary-themed concoctions."

"You have to know what you're looking for to find Allegory, which is tucked behind a nondescript black door in the lobby library of Eaton D.C., downtown's hippest new hotel. Once you've made it into the intimate, moody space, grab a stool at the wooden semi-circular bar or take a seat at one of the sexy leather couches. Black pendant lights barely illuminate the room, but you can still see the incredibly detailed murals of mythical creatures by artist Erik Thor-Sandberg."