Petworth 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.
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.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's entertainment choices and notable monuments.
United States Capitol
Sitting on top of Capitol Hill is a Washington landmark that’s been the home of American democracy for more than 200 years.
Arlington National Cemetery
Less a sight to be seen, more a journey to take, through the loss, valour and service of the US armed forces over a century-and-a-half of conflicts.
Georgetown University
Explore the campus of Georgetown University during your visit to Washington. Experience the area's fascinating museums and great live music.
Activities
Full Day: City Tour with 10 Stops, Boat Cruise, Admission Tickets
See DC In A Day: Guided Small Group Ultimate Day Tour
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
City Cruises Washington DC: Signature Lunch Cruise
Night of Lincoln Assassination: from White House to Ford Theatre
Our pick of the best Petworth Hotel Deals
Washington Plaza Hotel
Good hotel, parking was great, staff had a great attitude, everything was clean and nice, a solid value.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol
Unable to get small portions or one dish at breakfadt..
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
I advise if you stay here to look at spot hero for parking prior to your stay, you’ll thank yourself and save you money. Location is VERY convenient, I stayed with two kids and the room was tight but we made it work. No in room microwave, but otherwise this place was great and accommodated our ...
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Met our needs.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Homewood Suites by Hilton Washington DC Convention Center
Nice staff.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Washington D.C.
The front desk (day and night) hospitality and service were great!
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Petworth
Northwest
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Smithsonian Institution, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
NoMa
While you're in NoMa, take in top sights like Smithsonian Institution and jump on the metro at Gallaudet U Station to see more of the city.
Northeast
Northeast is a destination travellers like for its monuments, and you might hop aboard the metro at Rhode Island Ave. Station or Brookland-CUA Station to explore sights like United States Capitol.
Connecticut Ave - K Street
While you're in Connecticut Ave - K Street, take in top sights like K Street or World Bank, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Farragut North Station or Farragut West Station.
