Northwest 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.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments.
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's great live music and notable monuments.
National Museum of African American History and Culture
You can study the exhibits at National Museum of African American History and Culture, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Washington. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Smithsonian's National Zoo
Why not see the exotic and native animals who call Smithsonian's National Zoo home during your travels in Washington? Experience the area's entertainment choices and fascinating museums.
Georgetown University
Explore the campus of Georgetown University during your visit to Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and great live music.
Things to do
Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
City Cruises Washington DC: Signature Lunch Cruise
US Capitol & Library of Congress Guided Tour with Capitol Hill
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
Washington DC Monuments by Moonlight Night Trolley Tour
Guided Capitol Hill Walk with US Capitol & Library of Congress
Top hotels in Northwest
Washington Plaza Hotel
Very good service, front desk and concierge service was superb. I did not have breakfast at the hotel. Easy walking distance to Convention Center
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Glover Park - Georgetown
Always a great place to stay when in DC
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
The front desk staff is beyond helpful in providing you any information that you need.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Beacon Hotel & Corporate Quarters
Everything was great. This is such a minor complaint but the toilet paper holder is in a very awkward place on the wall, I had to sit sideways to use the commode.
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Omni Shoreham Hotel
Great
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
The Churchill Hotel near Embassy Row
Amazing
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Northwest
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.
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 Washington Harbour.
Logan Circle
A noteworthy feature of Logan Circle is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Studio Theatre and Mary McLeod Bethune Council House.
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.
Foggy Bottom
Important monuments a university vibe and top sights from Potomac River to Chesapeake and Ohio Canal – discover Foggy Bottom, a destination also famous for its historic sites.
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.
Northwest Travel Guide
- National Mall
- White House
- Capital One Arena
- National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Smithsonian's National Zoo
- Washington Monument
- George Washington University
- Smithsonian American Art Museum
- National Gallery of Art
- National Museum of American History
- Washington National Cathedral
- Rock Creek Park
- George Washington University Hospital
- K Street
- Embassy of France
Hotels Near Northwest, Washington
- Downtown Washington D.C. Hotels
- Georgetown Hotels
- Dupont Circle Hotels
- Capitol Hill Hotels
- Southwest Hotels
- Northeast Hotels
- Connecticut Ave - K Street Hotels
- Foggy Bottom Hotels
- Logan Circle Hotels
- NoMa Hotels
- Upper Northwest Hotels
- Shaw Hotels
- Penn Quarter Hotels
- West End Hotels
- Adams Morgan Hotels
- Mount Vernon Square Hotels
- Near Northeast Hotels
- Columbia Heights Hotels
- Cardozo Hotels
- North Capitol Street Hotels
