Northwest Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and shops.
Washington Monument
This mammoth monument to America's first President and foremost founding father casts a long shadow over Washington – but for a long time it's place was in doubt.
National Museum of African American History and Culture
You can study the exhibits at National Museum of African American History and Culture, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Washington. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Activities
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
Night of Lincoln Assassination: from White House to Ford Theatre
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Cherry Blossoms, Boat Cruise, Tickets
Our pick of the best Northwest Hotel Deals
Washington Plaza Hotel
It was good
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
We truly enjoyed our stay ! The hotel was super clean, the staff was very helpful, and the location could not be more convenient! You can walk to the White House and other attraction in DC. I would definitely stay at this hotel again, but I would skip breakfast because of the price (one oatmeal costs ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Arlo Washington DC
Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill
It was a nice, clean hotel. close walk to all the museums and monuments
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in Washington DC
Great housekeeping, great front desk people (so helpful) and great view of the square.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center
Nothing
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northwest
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.
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 Water Gate at the Watergate Complex.
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.
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.
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.
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.
