Navy Yard Travel Guide
Washington
Popular places to visit
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.
Washington Navy Yard
Washington Navy Yard is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
The Yards Park
After visiting The Yards Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Washington. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.
Marine Corps Museum and Historical Center
You can browse the exhibits at Marine Corps Museum and Historical Center, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and great live music.
District Winery
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at District Winery during your travels to Washington.
Canal Park
Explore the great outdoors at Canal Park, a lovely green space in Washington. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Things to do
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
City Cruises Washington DC: Signature Lunch Cruise
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
Smithsonian Natural History with Expert Guide
Top hotels in Navy Yard
Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC-Navy Yard
We had the pleasure of staying here after scrambling to try to get home during the recent winter storm. Although an unplanned and unexpected stay, we were truly pleased with our visit to DC and the hotel. Many kind people in Washington and two of the workers at the hotel stood out as so very memorable ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
The hotel is clean and the staff is friendly and helpful. In addition, the hotel is in a great location for the sites and restaurants.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Very nice staff
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
Room was spacious although I did have an issue with the coffee maker. Breakfast was good with hot and cold offerings. Only inconvenience was getting ice for your room. You had to come to the lobby market place but the ice bucket was in the room. Initially I think it would be more efficient to have ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Arlo Washington DC
Clean spacious room
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol
Great atmosphere, good walking distance from all the happenings and stores. We always stay at this hotel every time we stay in the DC area.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Navy Yard
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 The Municipal Fish Market at The Wharf.
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.