Southwest Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
National Air and Space Museum
The world's biggest museum, when it comes to all that flies and soars.
Museum of the Bible
You can study the exhibits at Museum of the Bible, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Washington. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.
Tidal Basin
Embellished by the pink hues of cherry blossoms in spring, this scenic reservoir is surrounded by memorials to important figures in the development of the nation.
International Spy Museum
The fascinating and secretive world of the international spy. Less a museum, and more a mission, you'll don a secret identity, and play a part in your own adventure.
The Anthem
You can get tickets for a performance at The Anthem on your trip to Washington. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this walkable area.
Activities
DC City Tour with 10 Stops, Boat Cruise, Cherry Blossoms, Tickets
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
Night of Lincoln Assassination: from White House to Ford Theatre
George Washington's Mount Vernon Gardens & Grounds Admission
Washington DC Icons at Night: Small Group & Eco-Friendly Electric Cart Tour
Our pick of the best Southwest Hotel Deals
citizenM Washington DC Capitol
Awesome amenities, perfect location, and I greatly appreciated the way room cleanings worked and the staff.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Salamander Washington DC
My room and view was amazing, I most definitely will be returning . Very clean and staff were friendly and helpful throughout my entire visit. The pool was cold but relaxing !
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG
Everything was excellent!
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Placemakr Buzzard Point
Excellent service paired with excellent accomodations
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG
Perfect location. Clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf
Amazing room!
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest
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 Gangplank Marina.
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.
Navy Yard
While you're in Navy Yard, take in top sights like Washington Navy Yard and jump on the metro at Navy Yard Station to see more of the 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.
Penn Quarter
While you're in Penn Quarter, take in top sights like United States Navy Memorial and jump on the metro at Archives Station to see more of the city.
