Crystal City Travel Guide
Washington
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Popular places to visit
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.
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Walter E. Washington Convention Center, a top convention centre in Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments.
MGM National Harbor Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to MGM National Harbor Casino during your visit to National Harbor? Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its lively bars.
Things to do
Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
Full Day: City Tour with 10 Stops, Boat Cruise, Admission Tickets
Capitol Hill Tour with US Capitol & Library of Congress Admission
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
Top hotels in Crystal City
Courtyard by Marriott Arlington Crystal City/Reagan National
Easy to check in, clean, quiet. Helpful shuttle to airport.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Reagan National Airport
Staff was very friendly and helpful and the room was clean and safe. Transport to and from the airport via shuttle was easy and free.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC - Crystal City
Plus+ location, clean, quiet, elegant, water and warm cookies, room comfortable, bed just right Minus- low parking garage ceiling for large trucks, pay $50 to park per night, no continental breakfast, rooms a far walk for disabled persons
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn National Airport/Crystal City by IHG
It was fine enough
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Arlington Crystal City DCA
The room was super clean, spacious, quiet -- excellent, very nice.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Arlington National Landing
The room layout was very nice and spacious
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Crystal City
Southwest
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.
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.
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 Federal Center
While you're in Southwest Federal Center, take in top sights like Smithsonian Institution or L'Enfant Plaza, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at L'Enfant Plaza Station or Federal Center Station.
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.
Foggy Bottom
Important monuments a university vibe and top sights from Potomac River to Chesapeake and Ohio Canal – discover Foggy Bottom, a destination also famous for its historic sites.
