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Theme bars in Washington, D.C.
Themes work for, say, theme parks, so why couldn't the same work for bars? Washington, D.C.'s nightlife scene puts that theory into practice.
Fly Lounge (pictured) is designed like the interior of a 747 — you'll feel as though you never got off the plane.
Details: 1802 Jefferson Place; (202) 828-4433, www.flyloungedc.com.
Palace of Wonders is a Coney Island sideshow of a place.
Details: 1210 H. St. NE; (202) 398-7469, www.palaceofwonders.com.
At Science Club, physics nerds can belly up to the lab.
Details: 91136 19th St. NW; (202) 775-0747, www.scienceclubdc.com.
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