Southwest Travel Guide

Washington

A large red brick building with multiple towers and a flag.
A nighttime cityscape with prominent landmarks including a tall obelisk, a large domed building, and a historic monument.
A large white building with columns, a calm body of water, and cherry blossom trees in the foreground.
Cherry blossoms along a river with the Washington Monument in the background.
Cherry blossoms, a large white dome structure, and a body of water.

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A calm river reflecting trees and a tall monument.

National Mall

9.4/10 (20,772 reviews)
Inspiring architecture, magnificent museums and the icons of American history await on Washington’s famous two-mile (three-kilometer) strip.
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Things to do

Washington by Day: Small Group Sightseeing Tour via Electric Vehicle

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

฿1,417
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
Headstones under the cherry blossoms at Arlington National Cemetery in Washington DC

Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

฿705
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
LEGO Discovery Center Washington, D.C.

LEGO Discovery Center Washington, D.C.

฿918
per adult
LEGO Discovery Center Washington, D.C.
DC Monuments with River Cruise, Cherry Blossoms, Entry Tickets

DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets

฿2,263
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket

Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket

฿1,148
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
Exterior of the African American Museum in Washington D.C.

African American Heritage Tour of Washington DC/Free tickets NMAAC

฿2,361
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
African American Heritage Tour of Washington DC/Free tickets NMAAC
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Top hotels in Southwest

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

4 out of 5
550 School St SW Washington DC
The price is ฿4,310 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿4,310
฿4,998 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,372 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

citizenM Washington DC Capitol
Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf

Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf

3.5 out of 5
725 Wharf Street SW Washington DC
The price is ฿5,714 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿5,714
฿6,625 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,189 reviews)
"Modern, upscale hotel in a great location with clean rooms, well maintained facilities, and two balcony areas for sitting outside and looking out over the river. The included breakfast was also very well done with choices for hot as well as cold items. Will definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

3 out of 5
550 C St SW Washington DC
The price is ฿7,217 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿7,217
฿8,368 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,868 reviews)
"The bad was the elevator was constantly not working properly the days we were there. Easy to get Taxi and the staff was excellent was the good"

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG
Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf

Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf

4 out of 5
480 L'Enfant Plaza Washington DC
The price is ฿7,644 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿7,644
฿8,863 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf
InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG

InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG

5 out of 5
801 Wharf Street SW Washington DC
The price is ฿10,124 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿10,124
฿13,095 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG
Washington Plaza Hotel

Washington Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
10 Thomas Circle NW Washington DC
The price is ฿4,294 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿4,294
฿4,979 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
Washington Plaza Hotel
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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 Capital One Arena and Smithsonian Institution, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.

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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.

A row of brick buildings with storefronts, a crosswalk, and a traffic light.

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 Embassy Row.

The George Washington Masonic National Memorial with a large Masonic symbol, a statue, and a grand building with columns.
Photo by Alexandria Convention & Visitors Association
Open Photo by Alexandria Convention & Visitors Association

Old Town Alexandria

Take time in Old Town Alexandria to visit attractions like Alexandria City Hall and Market Square. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at King Street Station to see more of the city.

A fountain with a statue of a figure, surrounded by trees and benches in a park.

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.

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