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 notable monuments or shops 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 notable monuments.
George Washington University
Explore the campus of George Washington University during your stay in Washington. Discover the area's entertainment choices 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.
Activities
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour
US Capitol & Library of Congress Tour with Supreme Court, Senate
Washington DC Small-Group Sightseeing Experience
Our pick of the best Northwest Hotel Deals
Washington Plaza Hotel
Good location. Reasonably priced. Rooms could use an update but overall I would stay again for a business stay.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Nice clean room and the hotel amenities great as well as nearby restaurants
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Arlo Washington DC
Clean room. Small space but cozy and good amenities. Gym is awesome. Location is great.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown
What a micro delight. I wasn’t aware of the small room size before I got there but the room had everything to accommodate. Large mirrors, luggage storage under the bed, huge TV, full sized sham/cond/lotion/body wash, a hair dryer, a clothes steamer, even a noise machine! Impressed. Great lighting. ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Omni Shoreham Hotel
Club Quarters Hotel in Washington DC
Central location also means lots of noise. Windows aren’t well insulated so lots of street noise and bathroom shower is quite small. Gym is a small afterthought space with dated equipment
Reviewed on 14 May 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 Old Stone House or Washington Harbour.
Logan Circle
A noteworthy feature of Logan Circle is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Mary McLeod Bethune Council House and Studio Theatre.
Foggy Bottom
Important monuments a university vibe and top sights from Potomac River to Market 5 Gallery – 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.
