Ivy City Travel Guide
Washington
Popular places to visit
Gallaudet University
Explore the campus of Gallaudet University during your visit to Washington. Discover the area's entertainment choices and notable monuments.
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 entertainment choices and notable monuments.
MGM National Harbor Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to MGM National Harbor Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in National Harbor? Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its lively bars.
Things to do
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
City Cruises Washington DC: Signature Lunch Cruise
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
George Washington's Mount Vernon Gardens & Grounds Admission
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
Top hotels in Ivy City
Hotel Nell - Union Market
Very Disappointing Stay at Hotel Nell – Washington, DC I recently stayed at Hotel Nell and unfortunately my experience was far below expectations. Cleanliness was a major issue. The room did not feel properly cleaned upon arrival, and the overall condition of the property appeared worn and poorly ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Good
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
Room was spotless. Staff very courteous. Overall very pleasant experience.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
citizenM Washington DC NoMa
Rooms were very nice & staff were helpful and nice ! I’ll be back I love it there !
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Washington D.C.
Clean room and nice place to lay your head at when you experience homelessness
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hotel Washington
The shower area had no door which was not a good situation when staying with your grown daughter and her teenage sons, other than the bathroom the hotel was great. It was in a great location.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ivy City
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 Smithsonian Institution.
NoMa
While you're in NoMa, take in top sights like Smithsonian Institution and jump on the metro at Gallaudet U 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 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.
Shaw
Visitors often come to Shaw for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Howard Theatre and Carter G. Woodson Residence. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Shaw Station.
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.
Penn Quarter
While you're in Penn Quarter, take in top sights like Sidney Harman Hall and jump on the metro at Archives Station to see more of the city.
