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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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
LEGO Discovery Center Washington, D.C.

LEGO Discovery Center Washington, D.C.

฿918
per adult
LEGO Discovery Center Washington, D.C.
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
Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Observation Deck Tickets

Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Tickets + Self Guidebook

฿590
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Tickets + Self Guidebook
The Hard Rock Cafe entrance in Washington DC

Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Washington DC

฿1,312
per traveller
Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Washington DC
Tour group poses in front of White House

Washington, D.C. Day Trip from New York

฿4,398
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Washington, D.C. Day Trip from New York
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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 ฿3,834 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿3,834
฿4,445 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! (3,381 reviews)
"A/c was not cool enough"

Reviewed on 14 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 ฿5,845 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿5,845
฿6,777 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 ...
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 ฿6,676 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿6,676
฿7,741 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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! (2,872 reviews)
"Hall way was hot, elevator was very hot, packing was poorly marked and layed out"

Reviewed on 14 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 ฿7,561 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿7,561
฿8,767 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 ฿11,204 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿11,204
฿14,332 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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 ฿4,263 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿4,263
฿4,943 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,405 reviews)
"We had a very nice stay overall. There were a couple of minor issues with the safe and the AC being a little loud, but the staff responded quickly and resolved the problems without any hassle. We appreciated their prompt service and would definitely consider staying here again."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

Washington Plaza Hotel
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Where to stay in Southwest

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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