Northwest Travel Guide
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.
Smithsonian's National Zoo
Why not visit the animals who live at Smithsonian's National Zoo and see why this is a favourite sight in Washington? Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
National Museum of African American History and Culture
National Museum of African American History and Culture is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. 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 shops.
Washington Monument
This mammoth monument to America's first President and foremost founding father casts a long shadow over Washington – but for a long time it's place was in doubt.
George Washington University
Explore the campus of George Washington University, a top university in Washington. Discover the area's great live music and shops.
Activities
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Potomac River Cruise, Entry Tickets
African American Heritage Tour of Washington DC/Free tickets NMAAC
Washington DC National Monuments by Moonlight Trolley Tour
Washington, D.C. Day Trip with Transportation from NYC
Washington, DC: ARTECHOUSE Immersive Art Experience Ticket
Night-Time City Tour of Washington DC
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Other neighbourhoods around Northwest
Upper Northwest
If you're spending time in Upper Northwest, check out sights like Smithsonian's National Zoo or Washington National Cathedral and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Tenleytown Station or Van Ness-UDC Station.
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.
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 Georgetown Waterfront Park or Washington Harbour.
Logan Circle
A noteworthy feature of Logan Circle is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out National City Christian Church and Studio Theatre.
Connecticut Ave - K Street
While you're in Connecticut Ave - K Street, take in top sights like Farragut Square or K Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Farragut North Station or Farragut West Station.
Foggy Bottom
Important monuments a university vibe and top sights from Potomac River to Chesapeake and Ohio Canal – discover Foggy Bottom, a destination also famous for its historic sites.
What kind of hotels are in Northwest?
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- Georgetown Hotels
- Capitol Hill Hotels
- Dupont Circle Hotels
- Southwest Hotels
- Northeast Hotels
- Foggy Bottom Hotels
- Connecticut Ave - K Street Hotels
- Logan Circle Hotels
- Near Northeast Hotels
- Adams Morgan Hotels
- Shaw Hotels
- Penn Quarter Hotels
- West End Hotels
- Columbia Heights Hotels
- NoMa Hotels
- Mount Vernon Square Hotels
- Cardozo Hotels
- Kalorama Heights Hotels
- North Capitol Street Hotels