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.
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.
Nationals Park
Catch an event at Nationals Park during your trip to Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
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.
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 Petworth Hotel Deals
Washington Plaza Hotel
Excellent place to stay in DC. I always stay here when I’m in town. Reasonable price. Close to everything. My room was clean, quiet and comfy. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The only problem was that there was no microwave. In/out parking is convenient but not free. It’s $43(?) per day. ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
Three of the four lamps in my room did not work. The bar tender who served dinner while I was sitting at the bar was very polite and pleasant but she has had no training abiut servjng a meal.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
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Reviewed on 3 May 2026
The Watermark Hotel
Beautiful hotel. Clean, spacious rooms. The complimentary breakfast was freshly made and very tasty. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
City Express by Marriott Washington, DC Northeast
Room was very spacious and clean. Free wife and it worked fine. Breakfast was not great. Same bland menu for days. Breakfast menu needs to be changed. Coffee was good. The area surrounding the hotel is a bit sketchy. Please be careful. There is a Dunkin Donuts and a convenience store nearby. Overall ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Arlo Washington DC
The most friendly and professional staff. Comfortable beds, clean rooms, and great variety of food and snacks available.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
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 Capital One Arena, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
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 Union Station Shopping Center.
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 Capital One Arena and Smithsonian Institution, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.
