Brookland Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Franciscan Monastery
You can learn about the history of Washington when you stop by Franciscan Monastery. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments.
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 fascinating museums and shops.
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.
Activities
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
George Washington's Mount Vernon Gardens & Grounds Admission
Night of Lincoln Assassination: from White House to Ford Theatre
National Mall Tour with Cherry Blossoms, Boat Cruise, Tickets
Our pick of the best Brookland Hotel Deals
Washington Plaza Hotel
Very happy with everything, will come back again!
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Location is perfect! Friendly staff! Delicious food st the restaurant! Thanks
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
Nice hotel would stay again
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Arlo Washington DC
Lovely
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill
Unclean room
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
The lobby was beautiful, however the building that was where our room was located, was not. It had an odd smell, the doors didn’t close right and the room was starting to look run down. I asked for a fridge and we got a mini fridge that was so dinged up, I thought it was a sidewalk find. The bedsheet ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Brookland
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 Smithsonian Institution.
NoMa
While you're in NoMa, take in top sights like Smithsonian Institution and jump on the metro at Gallaudet U Station to see more of the city.
Shaw
Visitors often come to Shaw for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Howard Theatre and Carter G. Woodson Residence. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Shaw Station.
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.
Capitol Hill
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.
Downtown Washington D.C.
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Washington D.C.. Check out top attractions like Smithsonian Institution and National Museum of Women in the Arts, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.
