Southeast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A large neoclassical building with columns and a dome, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.
A nighttime cityscape with illuminated buildings and a bridge reflecting on the water.
A grand hall with marble columns, statues, and a checkered floor.
A grand staircase with intricate carvings and columns, leading to a richly decorated ceiling with murals.
A grand library with multiple reading tables and bookshelves.

Stay near popular Southeast attractions

Nationals Park stadium with a large screen displaying the Washington Nationals logo and a mascot.

Nationals Park

9.2/10 (1,466 reviews)
Catch an event at Nationals Park during your trip to Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
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Activities

Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Observation Deck Tickets

Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Tickets + Self Guidebook

NZ$31
per adult
Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Tickets + Self Guidebook
DC Monuments with River Cruise, Cherry Blossoms, Entry Tickets

DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets

NZ$119
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket

Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket

NZ$61
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
LEGO Discovery Center Washington, D.C.

LEGO Discovery Center Washington, D.C.

NZ$52
per adult
LEGO Discovery Center Washington, D.C.
DC at Dusk Night Tour

DC at Dusk Night Tour

NZ$112
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
DC at Dusk Night Tour
Cruise boat with Capitol Building in the background in Washington DC

City Cruises Washington DC: Signature Lunch Cruise

NZ$248
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
City Cruises Washington DC: Signature Lunch Cruise
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Our pick of the best Southeast Hotel Deals

Thompson Washington D.C., by Hyatt

Thompson Washington D.C., by Hyatt

4 out of 5
221 TINGEY STREET SE Washington DC
The price is NZ$275 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$275
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Thompson Washington D.C., by Hyatt
Capitol Hill Hotel

Capitol Hill Hotel

4 out of 5
200 C St SE Washington DC
The price is NZ$273 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$273
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,402 reviews)
"Short stay but great hotel, will definitely revisit! Great location. Friendly staff. Clean."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Capitol Hill Hotel
Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC-Navy Yard

Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC-Navy Yard

3 out of 5
1265 First Street SE Washington DC
The price is NZ$262 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$262
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,122 reviews)
"Great budget hotel in a really convenient location. The room was nice and comfortable, and the hotel is right in the middle of everything, which made it easy to get around DC and explore. A great option if you’re looking for somewhere affordable, clean, and centrally located."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC-Navy Yard
Reside Navy Yard, a Wyndham Residence

Reside Navy Yard, a Wyndham Residence

3.5 out of 5
818 Potomac Avenue Southeast Washington DC
The price is NZ$258 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$258
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Nationals Park and Smithsonian ...
8.2/10 Very good! (403 reviews)
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Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

Reside Navy Yard, a Wyndham Residence
Coda on Half, a Placemakr Experience - Navy Yard

Coda on Half, a Placemakr Experience - Navy Yard

4 out of 5
41 L St SE Washington DC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$236 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
NZ$236
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Coda on Half, a Placemakr Experience - Navy Yard
Residence Inn Washington Capitol Hill/Navy Yard

Residence Inn Washington Capitol Hill/Navy Yard

3 out of 5
1233 First St SE Washington DC
The price is NZ$295 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
NZ$295
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Residence Inn Washington Capitol Hill/Navy Yard
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Our guide on where to stay in Southeast

Find the best Southeast areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic building with a clock tower, a busy intersection, and a person riding a scooter.

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.

A statue in a park with a paved walkway and benches.

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's National Zoo, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.

A row of brick buildings with storefronts, a crosswalk, and a traffic light.

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.

A brick building with a red door and a sign that reads "Old Fashioned Pop's Dream Company."

Old Town Alexandria

Take time in Old Town Alexandria to visit attractions like Alexandria City Hall and Market Square. 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.

A fountain with a statue of a figure, surrounded by trees and benches in a park.

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.

Southeast Travel Guide

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