Bethesda Downtown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Bethesda Downtown
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.
MGM National Harbor Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to MGM National Harbor Casino during your visit to National Harbor? Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its lively bars.
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's great live music and shops.
Activities
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
DC Monuments & History Guided E-Cart Tour-Blankets
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
Washington DC Icons at Night: Small Group & Eco-Friendly Electric Cart Tour
Our pick of the best Bethesda Downtown Hotel Deals
The Bethesdan Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Wow, this place is seriously the best! I drove a whopping 7 hours from my hometown to Washington for a birthday getaway, and check-in is usually at 3 p.m., but since I got there early, I figured they’d just make me wait until check-in time . And guess what? They gave me a room right away! While I ...
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
Great Value and great location
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Staff was great, room was great.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
citizenM Washington DC NoMa
Staff was accommodating and the hotel is super cute!
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Washington D.C.
The room was clean, the staff were welcoming and the location was prime to get to echostage.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Hotel Washington
Superb! Location, location, location! Great service, customer service...the VUI burger is to die for! Staff was amazing. Only mention is maybe turn the lobby music down just a tad, and please play soothing elevator music...ubeat pop is a little much. Perfect
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Bethesda Downtown
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.
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 Washington Harbour or Dumbarton Oaks.
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.
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.
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 Mary McLeod Bethune Council House.
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.
