Lyon Park Travel Guide
Washington
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 notable monuments or shops 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 notable monuments.
Nationals Park
Catch an event at Nationals Park during your trip to Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
United States Capitol
Sitting on top of Capitol Hill is a Washington landmark that’s been the home of American democracy for more than 200 years.
Things to do
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
US Capitol & Library of Congress Tour with Supreme Court, Senate
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Lyon Park
Washington Plaza Hotel
Don’t use (only stayed one night)
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
Breakfast menu option was amazing, fresh and I loved the options defiantly one of my favourite parts of the stay along with the staff who serve. Really clean property, I must say what stood out for me was the bedding, the bed, the sheets was probably the most comfortable beds I have stayed in a hotel, ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Omni Shoreham Hotel
The staff brought me a tea kettle because my son likes hot tea before bed and that was a very nice touch. And the lemonade in the lobby.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Beautiful location
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
The Watermark Hotel
Great rooms and staff
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Harborside Hotel
I just didn’t like that I asked for towels twice and I never received them. We had 4 guest in the room and we only had 3 towels per night. Overall nice hotel and I would stay here again.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lyon Park
Georgetown
Georgetown is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Georgetown Park or Old Stone House.
Foggy Bottom
Important monuments a university vibe and top sights from Potomac River to Market 5 Gallery – discover Foggy Bottom, a destination also famous for its historic sites.
Crystal City
Visitors to Crystal City love its popular shops, and you can check out Bowlero Arlington and Synetic Theater. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Crystal City Station.
Connecticut Ave - K Street
While you're in Connecticut Ave - K Street, take in top sights like National Geographic Museum or K Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Farragut North Station or Farragut West Station.
Dupont Circle
Visitors to Dupont Circle love its fantastic nightlife, and you can check out Dupont Circle and Mansion on O Street. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Dupont Circle Station.
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.
