Petworth Travel Guide
Washington
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.
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.
MGM National Harbor Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to MGM National Harbor Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in 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
US Capitol & Library of Congress Tour with Supreme Court, Senate
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
City Cruises Washington DC: Signature Lunch Cruise
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Petworth
Washington Plaza Hotel
The staff was awesome super friendly and all smiles. Very helpful when asking for place to go in the area for dinner. The rooms were nice and bathrooms were update probably not long ago. For the money a great hotel. It was a last minute for me to book. The White House was not but a half mile walk ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Really enjoyed our stay at the Hamilton! Staff was very helpful, room was clean and the location was outstanding! We will be back!
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
The Watermark Hotel
Love the rooms, super clean, friendly staff and good ambience!
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Arlo Washington DC
As someone who is super picky about cleanliness this place was top-notch especially the restroom. I love the shower. Also the staff was super helpful and attentive. Haven’t had a chance to visit the bar, but I’m sure it was super cute. Arlo‘s are my place to stay wherever I go.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
City Express by Marriott Washington, DC Northeast
It was clean and confortable.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Washington D.C.
The location wasn't very good. The neighborhood had a lot of homeless people panhadling and abandoned buildings. The included breakfast buffet was a nice extra but there wasn't a huge selection of food and toward the end of the breakfast it could be hard to find an available table. There was plenty ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Petworth
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
