Mount Pleasant Travel Guide
Washington
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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 shops or notable monuments 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 shops.
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments.
MGM National Harbor Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to MGM National Harbor Casino during your visit to National Harbor? Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its lively bars.
Things to do
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
U.S. Capitol and Library of Congress Tour with Rotunda & Crypts
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Mount Pleasant
Park Hyatt Washington
Very nice and confortable room.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Great stay! Front desk service was impeccable the entire stay.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Washington D.C.
Room was ok, some amenities was broken
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Wonderful, simply. Wonderful stay. No complaints. The hotel lobby smell amazing, the rooms are sublime and the location of it all is just spectacular. My lady and I already declared that every time we’re in DC, we re absolutely staying here.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center
Room was small but clean/immaculate. good maid service and friendly staff. excellent location
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Arlo Washington DC
Unique, friendly, fun, clean, wonderful! Walked to concert and museums. Can’t wait to visit again!
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mount Pleasant
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.
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.
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.
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.
Connecticut Ave - K Street
While you're in Connecticut Ave - K Street, take in top sights like K Street or Black Lives Matter Plaza, 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.
