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The best guitar stores in District of Columbia

Ranked by the players who actually walk in and plug in — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 602 reviews of District of Columbia stores. Minimum 25 reviews to qualify, true guitar & music stores only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.

#1 Middle C Music

4.7 ★★★★★ 146 reviews · Washington, DC

Lessons Repairs & setups expert setups & repairsknowledgeable staffgreat lesson program

Basic shop selling musical instruments & sheet music, plus a rent-to-own program & lessons.

“Amazingly friendly and helpful staff! Middle C is a great place to pick up your general music needs, but maybe isn't the best specifically for guitar equipment. They still have the…” — Ricky

#2 Crown Pawnbrokers

4.4 ★★★★☆ 151 reviews · Washington, DC

Buys used gear Vintage specialist good value

Long-running pawn shop offering new & used musical instruments, estate jewelry, timepieces & more.

“Was in town visiting my boyfriend and need to sell some items before my move to california soon. So i had two brand new google nest cameras wifi enabled that i originally paid $385…” — Shaniece

#3 Music on the Hill

4.5 ★★★★★ 63 reviews · Washington, DC

Lessons Repairs & setups expert setups & repairsknowledgeable staffgreat lesson program

Store offering a selection of instruments and sheet music, along with repair services, rentals, and lessons.

“Without a doubt the people were friendly, and were patient with me as I poured over which guitar I wanted (it was to be a gift to me from friends who encouraged me to select which …” — Frankie

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