Arlington Ridge Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Arlington Ridge
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.
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.
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Walter E. Washington Convention Center, a top convention centre in Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's entertainment choices and notable monuments.
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's great live music and shops.
MGM National Harbor Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to MGM National Harbor Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in National Harbor? Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its lively bars.
Activities
DC City Tour with 10 Stops, Boat Cruise, Cherry Blossoms, Tickets
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
George Washington's Mount Vernon Gardens & Grounds Admission
Night of Lincoln Assassination: from White House to Ford Theatre
Our pick of the best Arlington Ridge Hotel Deals
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
We had a good time on Friday until we didn’t have water from 5pm until 11am on Saturday
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
Rooms were spotless, staff was great! Highly recommend, will stay again when I return to DC
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
citizenM Washington DC NoMa
Great area
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hotel Lombardy
The staff is lovely. Location is great and the Hotel is a nicely kept historic building with an amazing restaurant that more people should try out.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hotel Washington
Great location, friendly staff, amazing vibe inside the hotel
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Washington D.C.
Room was very clean, smelled great and was very comfortable. My only complaint was i did not know i was being charged for parking. That was a slap in the face. But everyone was pretty nice
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Arlington Ridge
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.
Southwest
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Southwest. Check out top attractions like Smithsonian Institution and Fort Lesley J McNair, and jump on the metro at Waterfront Station or L'Enfant Plaza Station to see more of the city.
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 Gangplank Marina.
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.
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.
