The Wharf Travel Guide
Washington
Popular places to visit
The Anthem
You can get tickets for a performance at The Anthem on your trip to Washington. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this walkable area.
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.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
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 notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and shops.
Things to do
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
City Cruises Washington DC: Signature Lunch Cruise
US Capitol & Library of Congress Tour with Supreme Court, Senate
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour
Top hotels in The Wharf
InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG
Very nice stay!! breakfast was delicious:)
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf
Breakfast was great. A few things changed daily and added some variety to our stay.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Pendry Washington DC - The Wharf
The staff in both the lobby bar and the rooftop bar were not friendly and took a long time to serve people with a minimum of customers in both places.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
Staff was great. From house keeping, front desk and door man.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
We love the breakfast lady I think her name Mel, she is very sweet and kind.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Omni Shoreham Hotel
I love the ambiance
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Wharf
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.
Southwest
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Southwest. Check out top attractions like Smithsonian Institution and United States Capitol, and jump on the metro at Waterfront Station or L'Enfant Plaza Station to see more of the city.
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.
Capitol Hill
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Capitol Hill. Check out top attractions like United States Capitol and Folger Shakespeare Library, 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.
