Southeast Travel Guide
Washington





Popular places to visit

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.

Washington Navy Yard
Washington Navy Yard 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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

Library of Congress
In its dedication to the written word, this building is the pinnacle of everything literary. Visit this treasury showcasing the world through writing.

Eastern Market
During your visit to Washington, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Eastern Market. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments.

The Yards Park
After visiting The Yards Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Washington. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.

Anacostia River
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Anacostia River during your travels in Washington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do

Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour

City Cruises Washington DC: Signature Lunch Cruise

No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook

George Washington's Mount Vernon Gardens & Grounds Admission

Washington Capitals Ice Hockey Game at Capital One Arena
Top hotels in Southeast

Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC-Navy Yard
We had the pleasure of staying here after scrambling to try to get home during the recent winter storm. Although an unplanned and unexpected stay, we were truly pleased with our visit to DC and the hotel. Many kind people in Washington and two of the workers at the hotel stood out as so very memorable ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Thompson Washington D.C., by Hyatt
Staff were incredible. Everyone was attentive and quick with all accommodations.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Capitol Hill Hotel
I booked a one-bedroom suite for my stay. Upon arrival, I was assigned a room and only realized after unpacking that it was not a one-bedroom suite but a standard room. I went to the front desk because the phone in the room wasn’t working, and I mentioned the issue with the room type. I was told ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Landing at Bridge District
Clean room and nice amenities
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Coda on Half, a Placemakr Experience - Navy Yard
This is the best hotel gym I’ve ever seen. I ended up using the in-suite washer and dryer because of the workouts. (They have two stair climbers, one that also works arms.) It was really nice to come home and not do laundry.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Homewood Suites by Hilton Washington DC Capitol-Navy Yard
Clean Room
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southeast

Navy Yard
While you're in Navy Yard, take in top sights like Washington Navy Yard and jump on the metro at Navy Yard 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 Folger Shakespeare Library and Library of Congress, and jump on the metro at Capitol South Station or Eastern Market Station to see more of the city.

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.

Southwest Federal Center
While you're in Southwest Federal Center, take in top sights like Smithsonian Institution or L'Enfant Plaza, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at L'Enfant Plaza Station or Federal Center Station.

NoMa
While you're in NoMa, take in top sights like Smithsonian Institution and jump on the metro at Gallaudet U Station to see more of the city.

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.

