Southwest Federal Center Travel Guide
Washington
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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 fascinating museums and notable monuments.
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 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 entertainment choices.
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 entertainment choices and shops.
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 entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
City Cruises Washington DC: Signature Lunch Cruise
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
Capitol Hill Tour with US Capitol & Library of Congress Admission
Historic Georgetown: History, Gossip, & Architecture Walking Tour
City Cruises Washington DC: Premier Brunch Cruise
Top hotels in Southwest Federal Center
citizenM Washington DC Capitol
Loved the room, the staff and the lobby vibe.so cool clean and modern.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Salamander Washington DC
Great staff, loved the room. Especially liked the drop offs in the car.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall
Nice room. Clean. Good view.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG
The hotel was clean and close to everything we were interested in doing. We took a short walk down to the Wharf and all of the Mall was walkable. Our heater was a little loud but other than that everything was perfect. Other hotels might be fancier or cleaner, but this hotel was a bargain! Would ...
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf
Great stay. Parking isn't easy but that isn't the hotel problem
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Washington Plaza Hotel
Helpful staff; adequate room size; great location for convention and affordable restaurants; cleanliness
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
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 The Municipal Fish Market at The Wharf.
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.
Penn Quarter
While you're in Penn Quarter, take in top sights like United States Navy Memorial and jump on the metro at Archives 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 Smithsonian Institution and National Museum of Women in the Arts, 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.
Southwest Federal Center Travel Guide
- International Spy Museum
- United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
- L'Enfant Plaza
- White House
- National Mall
- United States Capitol
- Arlington National Cemetery
- University of Maryland
- Capital One Arena
- Union Station Shopping Center
- Smithsonian's National Zoo
- National Museum of African American History and Culture
- George Washington University
- Washington Monument
- Lincoln Memorial
- Pentagon
- National Air and Space Museum
- George Washington's Mount Vernon
