Penn Quarter Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Penn Quarter
Stay near popular Penn Quarter attractions
Activities
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets
Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour
Washington DC Small-Group Sightseeing Experience
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
Night of Lincoln Assassination: from White House to Ford Theatre
Our pick of the best Penn Quarter Hotel Deals
Riggs Washington DC
"Overall this place was fantastic, but there was one big problem. There's about a 1 inch marble lip on the floor transition from the bedroom to the bathroom area. Myself and other guests tripped over it repeatedly, badly bruising our toes and feet in general. One guy told me they put a bath towel ..."
Reviewed on 28 June 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
"Stay here often. Always pleasant experience. Staff is very courteous and helpful."
Reviewed on 29 June 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
"Great location. Old hotel but has everything you need. Toilet and shower are old so dont expect much. Be careful with the bottles in the fridge. If you move any bottle they try to charge you as they have a sensor, even if you put the bottle back to his place. Anyway will go back"
Reviewed on 29 June 2026
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
"This hotel has become my favorite places. Staff is amazing and the place is well maintained."
Reviewed on 28 June 2026
Omni Shoreham Hotel
"Only issue was having to pay for parking."
Reviewed on 29 June 2026
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
"clean room,amazing staff,nice view 🌺"
Reviewed on 28 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Penn Quarter
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.
Northwest
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Washington Monument, 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 Georgetown Park or Washington Harbour.
Old Town Alexandria
Take time in Old Town Alexandria to visit attractions like Athenaeum and Alexandria City Hall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at King Street Station to see more of the city.
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.
