Anacostia Travel Guide

Washington

Frederick Douglass’s office. Everything in the photo is original to the house.
The Frederick Douglass National Historic Site, administered by the National Park Service, is located at 1411 W Street, SE, in Anacostia, a neighborhood east of the Anacostia River in Southeast Washington, D.C.. Established in 1988 as a National Historic Site, the site preserves the home and estate of Frederick Douglass, one of the most prominent African Americans of the 19th century. Douglass lived in this house, which he named Cedar Hill, from 1877 until his death in 1895. Perched high on a hilltop, the site also offers a sweeping view of the U.S. Capitol and the Washington, D.C., skyline.
Frederick Douglass and his wife bought this house in 1877. Tours are available during the day and are very worthwhile. The visitor center as well as the movie they show are dated but also worthwhile. Frederick was born a slave sometime around 1818 and would go on to become a highly respected abolitionist, newspaper owner/editor, civil rights advocate and staunch advocate for women’s rights. He would die in this home in 1895.
Frederick Douglass

Top hotels in Anacostia

Washington Plaza Hotel

Washington Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
10 Thomas Circle NW Washington DC
The price is ฿4,170 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
฿4,170
฿4,835 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,951 reviews)
Clean room and great staff

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Washington Plaza Hotel
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

4 out of 5
1001 14th St NW Washington DC
The price is ฿5,347 per night from 21 Mar to 22 Mar
฿5,347
฿7,213 total
21 Mar - 22 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,200 reviews)
Room was very cozy but you could tell it's slightly dated. Outlets were a bit finnicky: only 1 of 2 on the nightstand worked but they didn't fit most of our plugs anyway, the ones on the far wall were loose and didn't hold most of our plugs, only half of the ones on the desk worked even with the ...

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Arlo Washington DC

Arlo Washington DC

4 out of 5
333 G St NW Washington DC
The price is ฿10,153 per night from 10 Apr to 11 Apr
฿10,153
฿13,100 total
10 Apr - 11 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Union Station Shopping Center and Smithsonian Institution ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,366 reviews)
It was a great stay. Very socially active hotel. Well located

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Arlo Washington DC
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG

Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG

3.5 out of 5
6400 Ivy Lane Greenbelt MD
The price is ฿3,053 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
฿3,053
฿3,450 total
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Greenbelt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,324 reviews)
clean and upscale

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

3.5 out of 5
900 S Orme St Arlington VA
The price is ฿4,046 per night from 21 Mar to 22 Mar
฿4,046
฿4,622 total
21 Mar - 22 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arlington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,047 reviews)
Smooth check in, everyone was super friendly room nice and clean

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill

Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill

4 out of 5
525 New Jersey Ave Nw Washington DC
The price is ฿5,895 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
฿5,895
฿6,835 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Very clean room. Courteous staff. Nice location.

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around Anacostia

Wandering around D.C.

Southeast

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Southeast. Spend some time visiting top spots like Marine Barracks, and catch the metro at Potomac Ave Station or Eastern Market Station to see more of the area.

Southeast
Another shot from the Potomac river. Cool night shots #URBANJUNGLE

Navy Yard

While you're in Navy Yard, take in top sights like Washington Navy Yard and jump on the metro at Navy Yard Station to see more of the city.

Navy Yard
The Yard Waterfront Park in Washington DC on the Pedestrian Walkway

Southwest Waterfront

While you're in Southwest Waterfront, take in top sights like Arena Stage and jump on the metro at Waterfront Station to see more of the city.

Southwest Waterfront
United States Capitol which includes heritage architecture, an administrative buidling and a sunset

Capitol Hill

4/5(41 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Capitol Hill. Check out top attractions like Folger Shakespeare Library and Library of Congress, and jump on the metro at Capitol South Station or Eastern Market Station to see more of the city.

Capitol Hill
Smithsonian Castle in Washington DC, USA

Southwest

5/5(19 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Southwest. Check out top attractions like Smithsonian Institution and Fort Lesley J McNair, and jump on the metro at Waterfront Station or L'Enfant Plaza Station to see more of the city.

Southwest
Washington Monument Surrounded Cherry Blossoms DC

The Wharf

You'll enjoy the restaurants and riverfront in The Wharf. You might want to make time for a stop at The Anthem or Gangplank Marina.

The Wharf

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