Crystal City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Crystal City
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 Crystal City Hotel Deals
Courtyard by Marriott Arlington Crystal City/Reagan National
Staff was unfriendly and unwelcoming.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Reagan National Airport
Staff
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Arlington National Landing
It was a nice spacious hotel, and very convenient with regard to distance from the DC Metro as well as several places to eat. There was a group with kids (that must’ve been on a field trip) who were running up and down the hallways at night, slamming doors. Other than that, it was a great trip. The ...
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC - Crystal City
Hotel was not as nice as most hiltons. Parking sucked lot was full. Check in was awful took forever.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn National Airport/Crystal City by IHG
Clean rooms
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Arlington Crystal City DCA
Room was clean and everything was nice, as expected. I tried to connect my hard drive to the television to watch movies but I think I needed a intermediary device such as Nvidia shield which we did not bring with us.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Crystal City
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.
Navy Yard
While you're in Navy Yard, take in top sights like Washington Navy Yard and jump on the metro at Navy Yard Station to see more of the city.
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.
