Chesapeake Bay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

USS Wisconsin BB-64 showing a marina
Virginia which includes a high-rise building, modern architecture and a city
Peabody Institute of the John Hopkins University
Norfolk Botanical Garden showing a park, a pond and landscape views
USS Wisconsin BB-64 which includes a bay or harbour and military items

Where to stay in Chesapeake Bay

Downtown Washington D.C. showing street scenes, night scenes and a city

Downtown Washington D.C.

4.5/5(95 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Washington D.C.
Virginia Beach which includes rides

Northeast Virginia Beach

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Northeast Virginia Beach, First Landing State Park and Neptune Statue are top sights worth seeing.

Northeast Virginia Beach
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Inner Harbor

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Inner Harbor. Make a stop by National Aquarium in Baltimore or Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina while you're exploring the area.

Inner Harbor
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Northwest

2/5(1 area review)

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.

Northwest
Georgetown which includes street scenes, heritage architecture and a house

Georgetown

5/5(5 area reviews)

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 Old Stone House or Washington Harbour.

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Capitol Hill

4/5(34 area reviews)

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.

Capitol Hill
Washington Plaza Hotel
Washington Plaza Hotel
4 out of 5
10 Thomas Circle NW, Washington, DC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$210 per night from 30 June to 1 July
NZ$210
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,371 reviews)
"This was an excellent place to stay with kids. Very close to major attractions. The whole staff made it feel like home."

Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2025

Washington Plaza Hotel
Omni Shoreham Hotel
Omni Shoreham Hotel
4 out of 5
2500 Calvert St Nw, Washington, DC
The price is NZ$269 per night from 4 July to 5 July
NZ$269
4 July - 5 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy an outdoor pool, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,932 reviews)
"Great Gotel. Amazing staff"

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2025

Omni Shoreham Hotel
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
3.5 out of 5
900 S Orme St, Arlington, VA
The price is NZ$188 per night from 27 June to 28 June
NZ$188
27 June - 28 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Arlington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,264 reviews)
"Good hotel with very friendly staff. The front desk was very welcoming and open to help and provide guidance. Hotel is near the pentagon a bit of a drive to the downtown core of Washington. Free shuttle to the Regan airport and the national mall is a plus because Uber is expensive. The rooms are ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jun. 2025

Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The River Inn
The River Inn
4 out of 5
924 25th St NW, Washington, DC
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,700 reviews)
"Very nice room. Staff friendly"

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2025

The River Inn
Glover Park - Georgetown
Glover Park - Georgetown
4 out of 5
Washington
Stay at this aparthotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,462 reviews)
"My wife and I were excited to attend a wedding for friends in DC last weekend. When we arrived at the Glover Hotel, unfortunately a terrible storm began as we pulled in to check in. The front desk associate Jay, stopped everything and helped my wife bring her wedding outfit in the property so it ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2025

Glover Park - Georgetown
The Melrose Georgetown Hotel
The Melrose Georgetown Hotel
4 out of 5
Washington
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly aparthotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,288 reviews)
"The staff was all very friendly and the room was comfortable. Everyone was happy to answer questions and make our stay go smoothly. Lizbeth at the front desk checked us in very late at night and was very helpful and friendly in our exhausted stupor!"

Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2025

The Melrose Georgetown Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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