Southwest Travel Guide
Washington
Popular places to visit
National Mall
Inspiring architecture, magnificent museums and the icons of American history await on Washington’s famous two-mile (three-kilometer) strip.
National Air and Space Museum
Heaven for aviation enthusiasts, this museum takes you on an uplifting journey through the history of flight and space travel.
International Spy Museum
The shadowy world of espionage comes under the spotlight in a museum where nothing is quite as it seems.
Museum of the Bible
You can study the exhibits at Museum of the Bible, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Washington. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
Tidal Basin
Embellished by the pink hues of cherry blossoms in spring, this scenic reservoir is surrounded by memorials to important figures in the development of the nation.
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
You can study the exhibits at United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's entertainment choices and notable monuments.
Things to do
City Cruises Washington DC: Signature Lunch Cruise
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
Capitol Hill Tour with US Capitol & Library of Congress Admission
George Washington's Mount Vernon Gardens & Grounds Admission
Historic Georgetown: History, Gossip, & Architecture Walking Tour
City Cruises Washington DC: Premier Brunch Cruise
Top hotels in Southwest
citizenM Washington DC Capitol
Loved the room, the staff and the lobby vibe.so cool clean and modern.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Salamander Washington DC
Great staff, loved the room. Especially liked the drop offs in the car.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf
Na
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall
Nice room. Clean. Good view.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG
Both
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG
The hotel was clean and close to everything we were interested in doing. We took a short walk down to the Wharf and all of the Mall was walkable. Our heater was a little loud but other than that everything was perfect. Other hotels might be fancier or cleaner, but this hotel was a bargain! Would ...
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest
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.
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.
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.
Crystal City
Visitors to Crystal City love its popular shops, and you can check out Bowlero Arlington and Synetic Theater. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Crystal City Station.
Penn Quarter
While you're in Penn Quarter, take in top sights like United States Navy Memorial and jump on the metro at Archives Station to see more of the city.
Southwest Travel Guide
Hotels Near Southwest, Washington
- Northwest Hotels
- Old Town Alexandria Hotels
- The Wharf Hotels
- Capitol Hill Hotels
- Southwest Federal Center Hotels
- Navy Yard Hotels
- Southeast Hotels
- Washington Highlands Hotels
- Oxon Hill-Glassmanor Hotels
- Capitol Riverfront Hotels
- Buzzard Point Hotels
- Blue Plains Hotels
- Congress Heights Hotels
- Bellevue Hotels
