16th Street Heights Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
National Mall
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.
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.
Arlington National Cemetery
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.
University of Maryland, College Park
Explore the campus of University of Maryland, College Park, a top university in College Park. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
United States Capitol
Sitting on top of Capitol Hill is a Washington landmark that’s been the home of American democracy for more than 200 years.
Activities
DC Monuments with River Cruise, Cherry Blossoms, Entry Tickets
Spirit of Washington D.C. Signature Lunch Cruise
African American Heritage Tour of Washington DC/Free tickets NMAAC
See DC In A Day: Guided Small Group Ultimate Day Tour
Sweet and Savory Scandalous White House walking Food Tour
Our pick of the best 16th Street Heights Hotel Deals
Washington Plaza Hotel
Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025
Omni Shoreham Hotel
Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025
Hotel Arboretum
Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around 16th Street Heights
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.
Logan Circle
A noteworthy feature of Logan Circle is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Studio Theatre and National City Christian Church.
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.
Connecticut Ave - K Street
While you're in Connecticut Ave - K Street, take in top sights like National Geographic Museum or K Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Farragut North Station or Farragut West Station.
NoMa
While you're in NoMa, take in top sights like Union Station Shopping Center and jump on the metro at Gallaudet U Station to see more of the city.
Northeast
Northeast is a destination travellers like for its monuments, and you might hop aboard the metro at Rhode Island Ave. Station or Brookland-CUA Station to explore sights like Union Station Shopping Center.
- National Mall
- White House
- MGM National Harbor Casino
- United States Capitol
- Capital One Arena
- Smithsonian's National Zoo
- Washington Monument
- Georgetown University
- Lincoln Memorial
- George Mason University
- National Air and Space Museum
- George Washington's Mount Vernon
- Fashion Center at Pentagon City
- International Spy Museum