Southwest Federal Center Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
International Spy Museum
The shadowy world of espionage comes under the spotlight in a museum where nothing is quite as it seems.
Museum of the Bible
You can study the exhibits at Museum of the Bible, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Washington. Discover the area's entertainment choices and notable monuments.
L'Enfant Plaza
During your trip to Washington, you can do some window-shopping at L'Enfant Plaza. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
You can study the exhibits at United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Bureau of Engraving and Printing is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments.
Bartholdi Fountain
Bartholdi Fountain 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 acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
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
Guided Capitol Hill Walk with US Capitol & Library of Congress
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Southwest Federal Center
citizenM Washington DC Capitol
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Salamander Washington DC
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Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG
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Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall
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Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf
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Washington Plaza Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Federal Center
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 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.
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.
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
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.
Navy Yard
While you're in Navy Yard, take in top sights like Washington Navy Yard and jump on the metro at Navy Yard Station to see more of the city.
Southwest Federal Center Travel Guide
- International Spy Museum
- L'Enfant Plaza
- United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
- National Mall
- White House
- Arlington National Cemetery
- United States Capitol
- University of Maryland
- Capital One Arena
- National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Union Station Shopping Center
- Smithsonian's National Zoo
- Washington Monument
- George Washington University
- National Air and Space Museum
- George Washington's Mount Vernon
- Lincoln Memorial
- Pentagon
