Pentagon City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Pentagon 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.
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.
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's great live music and shops.
Activities
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
City Cruises Washington DC: Signature Lunch Cruise
Night of Lincoln Assassination: from White House to Ford Theatre
Our pick of the best Pentagon City Hotel Deals
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Room size for DC
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
Staff was friendly and helpful. However, I was not impressed with the state of the rooms. Towels had stains on them. Bathroom sink area had carpeting, which I found odd. Coffee maker was in the bathroom area where there was no outlet so I had to move it to the main space. Bedside table drawer was ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
citizenM Washington DC NoMa
The rooms are very modern. You control the lights, air system & TV with the iPad provided. This is a perfect hotel choice for solo and couple travelers. The check in and out process was a breeze! I would highly recommend any citizenM location.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Washington D.C.
Excellent
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Hotel Washington
Clean Room and Excellent Staff
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Arlo Washington DC
Room was great! Nice view and the staff were amazing! It was Valentine’s Day and weekend, and I ordered flowers ahead of time for my love and requested that the flowers were in the room prior to our arrival and the staff made sure that they were. Also, much to our surprise was a bottle of sparkling ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pentagon City
Crystal City
Visitors to Crystal City love its popular shops, and you can check out Bowlero Arlington and Synetic Theater. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Crystal City Station.
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 The Municipal Fish Market at The Wharf.
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.
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.
