Upper Northwest Travel Guide
Washington
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Popular places to visit
American University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of American University during your travels in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and great live music.
Washington National Cathedral
Inside this vast, striking building are richly decorated chapels, important artwork and a stained-glass window that contains a piece of the moon.
Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens
You can browse the exhibits at Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
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.
National Mall
Inspiring architecture, magnificent museums and the icons of American history await on Washington’s famous two-mile (three-kilometer) strip.
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Walter E. Washington Convention Center, a top convention centre 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
US Capitol & Library of Congress Tour with Supreme Court, Senate
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour
Top hotels in Upper Northwest
Omni Shoreham Hotel
I would recommend
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Glover Park - Georgetown
Great location. On site parking made it easy to get in and out. Thursday night trivia and happy hour at the bar was fun. Hotel restaurant was good quality!
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Chevy Chase Pavilion
The hotel is in a very convenient place. Traders Joe’s/places to eat in walking distance and take the metro that’s located at the bottom floor one stop and you get to Target and other places to eat. The hotel itself is very dated but had a nice setup. The downers being the shower that didn’t seem ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
Nice hotel with a bar in the lounge. Stayed 4 nights and my bed was made everyday
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
My 1st room smelled a lot like smoke and the hotel is supposed to be non-smoking. After refusing a deodorizing room spray, I was moved to another room. The mattresses in both rooms were old, lumpy and very uncomfortable. I slept on the lounge chair the entire stay. When asked for the room to be cleaned, ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Breakfast food was excellent.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Northwest
Northwest
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Capital One Arena, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.
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 Washington Harbour or Dumbarton Oaks.
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.
Foggy Bottom
Important monuments a university vibe and top sights from Potomac River to Market 5 Gallery – discover Foggy Bottom, a destination also famous for its historic sites.
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.
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.
