Katie Ledecky, the Bethesda-born Olympic swimming sensation, showcases unparalleled speed and endurance, shattering records, and inspiring awe! She has won 7 Olympic golds and 21 world championship gold medals, the most of any female swimmer in history. Take a trip through her hometown favorites!
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In the summers, Katie heads back to her favorite Palisades Pool to swim or just relax and see friends!
Ledecky often comes back to her club team and coach Bruce Gemmell at the Georgetown Prep location of Nation's Capital Swim Club.
Katie and her brother grew up going to Washington Capitals games! She has said that she loved to get there early to watch the warmups along the glass.
Try and spot Katie during the summer at a baseball game here!
Grab a copy of Ledecky's new book, "Just Add Water," at the local Barnes & Noble in Rockville!
A visit here was a family tradition for the Ledeckys!
Get out on the shores of Baltimore, MD on this historic sailboat tour.
One of Katie's favorite spots to grab a post-morning practice breakast. Get the famous, “Katie’s Gold Medal Omelet” here!
Katie has named this as her favorite local pizza spot.
When Katie catches up with friends when back in town, this is one of her favorite lunch spots. Delicious comfort food!
Her mom recounts that this specific Whole Foods is a favorite of Katie's for a quick bite! Olympic swimmers, they're just like us!
Right in downtown Bethesda, this is a great launching pad to explore Katie Ledecky's hometown and beyond.
An upscale spot in D.C., complete with a pool on the grounds, is a perfect place to stay when exploring all that this area has to offer.
A favorite amidst downtown, this upscale hotel is a great stay in Bethesda, Maryland.