Riverdale Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Shannon Willitts
Photo by Shannon Willitts
Photo by Shannon Willitts
Photo by Shannon Willitts

Where to stay in Riverdale

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Riverdale Park

While you're in Riverdale Park, take in top sights like U.S. Department of Agriculture Center at Riverside and jump on the metro at Riverdale Station to see more of the city.

Riverdale Park
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East Riverdale

When in East Riverdale, you can plan a visit to College Park Aviation Museum and Greenbelt Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

East Riverdale
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Woodlawn

While Woodlawn isn't home to many top sights, U.S. Department of Agriculture Center at Riverside and Greenbelt Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Woodlawn
Washington Plaza Hotel

Washington Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
10 Thomas Circle NW, Washington, DC
The price is NZ$196 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
NZ$196
28 Aug - 29 Aug
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! (4,554 reviews)
"We enjoyed our time at Washington Plaza, all the staff were friendly and welcoming. Sarah the bartender at the pool was exceptionally wonderful."

Reviewed on 22 Aug. 2025

Washington Plaza Hotel
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

4 out of 5
1001 14th St NW, Washington, DC
The price is NZ$251 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$251
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,651 reviews)
"Excellent hotel! Great staff, great location"

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
The Henley Park Hotel

The Henley Park Hotel

4 out of 5
926 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC
The price is NZ$188 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
NZ$188
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,154 reviews)
"Overall, the room was very nicely done. The bed was comfortable. Its downtown DC, so the was constant honking and sirens, but that was minor. Only one elevator was working at the time, so expect a little bit of a wait. The only offputting thing i experienced was a manager chewing out the person behind ..."

Reviewed on 20 Aug. 2025

The Henley Park Hotel
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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! (2,545 reviews)
"Garage was easy. They held our bike in the luggage room because it was on a roof rack and wouldn't fit into the garage. Everyone was friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025

Glover Park - Georgetown
The Churchill Hotel near Embassy Row

The Churchill Hotel near Embassy Row

4 out of 5
1914 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC
Stay at this 4-star luxury aparthotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,832 reviews)
"Spacious room, great staff"

Reviewed on 21 Aug. 2025

The Churchill Hotel near Embassy Row
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! (2,382 reviews)
"Room was spacious Friendly staff"

Reviewed on 22 Aug. 2025

The Melrose Georgetown Hotel
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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.

Popular places to visit

National Mall showing an administrative building, heritage architecture and a city

National Mall

4.5/5(22 reviews)

The National Mall is where America comes to play, protest and promenade, with some of its best-known icons lined up along this long green strip.

National Mall
White House

White House

4/5(84 reviews)

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.

White House
Arlington National Cemetery showing a memorial, a cemetery and a square or plaza

Arlington National Cemetery

4.5/5(30 reviews)

Less a sight to be seen, more a journey to take, through the loss, valour and service of the US armed forces over a century-and-a-half of conflicts.

Arlington National Cemetery
National Air and Space Museum

Smithsonian Institution

5/5(4 reviews)

Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments.

Smithsonian Institution
United States Capitol

United States Capitol

4.5/5(62 reviews)

Sitting on top of Capitol Hill is a Washington landmark that’s been the home of American democracy for more than 200 years.

United States Capitol
University of Maryland, College Park

University of Maryland, College Park

4/5(4 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Maryland, College Park, a top university in College Park. Experience the area's fascinating museums and lively festivals.

University of Maryland, College Park

Activities

DC Monuments with River Cruise, Cherry Blossoms, Entry Tickets

DC Monuments with River Cruise, Cherry Blossoms, Entry Tickets

NZ$166
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
DC Monuments with River Cruise, Cherry Blossoms, Entry Tickets
Cruise boat with Capitol Building in the background in Washington DC

Spirit of Washington D.C. Signature Lunch Cruise

NZ$151
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Spirit of Washington D.C. Signature Lunch Cruise
Exterior of the African American Museum in Washington D.C.

African American Heritage Tour of Washington DC/Free tickets NMAAC

NZ$134
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
African American Heritage Tour of Washington DC/Free tickets NMAAC
Boat Tour & Sunset Cruise DC

Boat Tour & Sunset Cruise DC

NZ$251
per adult
Boat Tour & Sunset Cruise DC
The White House, Washington D.C.

White House, National Mall Capital Highlight and Lincoln Memorial

NZ$82
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
White House, National Mall Capital Highlight and Lincoln Memorial
See DC In A Day: Guided Small Group Ultimate Day Tour

See DC In A Day: Guided Small Group Ultimate Day Tour

NZ$166
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
See DC In A Day: Guided Small Group Ultimate Day Tour
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Cities near Riverdale

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Hyattsville

Washington

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Lake Artemesia showing a lake or waterhole

College Park