Popular places to visit
Franciscan Monastery
You can learn about the history of Washington when you stop by Franciscan Monastery. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
White House
Explore the home and workplace of the president of the United States. See entertainment areas and state rooms and learn about the history of this famous building.
National Mall
Inspiring architecture, magnificent museums and the icons of American history await on Washington’s famous two-mile (three-kilometer) strip.
University of Maryland, College Park
Explore the campus of University of Maryland, College Park, a top university in College Park. Experience the area's fascinating museums and lively festivals.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
Arlington National Cemetery
Pay tribute to those who lost their lives fighting for their country in the best-known military cemetery in America.
Things to do
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
DC Monuments with River Cruise, Cherry Blossoms, Entry Tickets
Spirit of Washington D.C. Signature Lunch Cruise
US Capitol & Library of Congress Guided Tour with Capitol Hill
African American Heritage Tour of Washington DC/Free tickets NMAAC
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Other neighbourhoods around Brookland
Northeast
Northeast is a destination travellers like for its monuments, and you might hop aboard the metro at Rhode Island Ave. Station or Brookland-CUA Station to explore sights like Union Station Shopping Center.
NoMa
While you're in NoMa, take in top sights like Union Station Shopping Center and jump on the metro at Gallaudet U Station to see more of the city.
Logan Circle
A noteworthy feature of Logan Circle is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out National City Christian Church and Studio Theatre.
Capitol Hill
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.
Downtown Washington D.C.
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Washington D.C.. Check out top attractions like Capital One Arena and Smithsonian Institution, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.
Penn Quarter
While you're in Penn Quarter, take in top sights like Navy Memorial & Naval Heritage Center and jump on the metro at Archives Station to see more of the city.
- White House
- National Mall
- University of Maryland
- National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Union Station Shopping Center
- Arlington National Cemetery
- Capital One Arena
- Washington Monument
- Smithsonian's National Zoo
- George Washington University
- United States Capitol
- George Washington's Mount Vernon
- Lincoln Memorial
- National Air and Space Museum
- Pentagon