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 art galleries.

The Yards Park
After visiting The Yards Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
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 theatre scene and fascinating museums.
Canal Park
Explore the great outdoors at Canal Park, a lovely green space in Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
District Winery
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at District Winery during your travels to Washington.
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 Navy Yard

Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC-Navy Yard
Great Breakfast and the Lobby/ Front Desk Staff were very nice. They greeted us every time we walked into the Front Desk Area.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Washington Plaza Hotel
The staff was awesome super friendly and all smiles. Very helpful when asking for place to go in the area for dinner. The rooms were nice and bathrooms were update probably not long ago. For the money a great hotel. It was a last minute for me to book. The White House was not but a half mile walk ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Great hotel in a great location. Walkable to many attractions, restaurants and nightlife. Nice onsite restaurant/bar. Valet parking was convenient but a bit pricey ($70/night).
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

The Watermark Hotel
Love the rooms, super clean, friendly staff and good ambience!
Reviewed on 12 May 2026

Arlo Washington DC
As someone who is super picky about cleanliness this place was top-notch especially the restroom. I love the shower. Also the staff was super helpful and attentive. Haven’t had a chance to visit the bar, but I’m sure it was super cute. Arlo‘s are my place to stay wherever I go.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026

City Express by Marriott Washington, DC Northeast
Pretty decent place to stay. Quiet for the most part. The room was nice and clean. The staff did give a little bit of trouble. I know check out was 12 pm and the front desl told us this. But the cleaning staff was knocking on our door repeatedly at 11:02 AM telling us it's check out time. We told ...
Reviewed on 12 May 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 Nationals Park, 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 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.

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 Gangplank Marina.

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.
