Fort Totten Travel Guide
Washington
Visit Fort Totten
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.
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.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
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.
United States Capitol
Sitting on top of Capitol Hill is a Washington landmark that’s been the home of American democracy for more than 200 years.
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 Fort Totten
Washington Plaza Hotel
Repeat guest of this great hotel. Location, staff, rooms, bar - all spot on! Bravo and recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 11 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
The breakfast was excellent
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Arlo Washington DC
Out stay was great, the hotel is very centric, yo can walk to almost anywhere and feel safe and secure. We will definitely come back on our next trip to DC.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
City Express by Marriott Washington, DC Northeast
Very close to bus line. Clean and spacious rooms.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Washington D.C.
Manager was so helpful and amazing made us feel at home
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fort Totten
Northeast
Northeast is a destination travellers like for its monuments, and you might hop aboard the metro at Rhode Island Ave. Station or Brookland-CUA Station to explore sights like Union Station Shopping Center.
Shaw
Visitors often come to Shaw for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Howard Theatre and Carter G. Woodson Residence. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Shaw Station.
Northwest
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Smithsonian Institution, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.
Logan Circle
A noteworthy feature of Logan Circle is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Mary McLeod Bethune Council House and Studio Theatre.
NoMa
While you're in NoMa, take in top sights like Union Station Shopping Center and jump on the metro at Gallaudet U Station to see more of the city.
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.
