Southwest Travel 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.
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.
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
Rich with history, United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Washington. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries.
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.
Jefferson Memorial
A place to muse on the words of one of the authors of the US Declaration of Independence, and perhaps its most thoughtful of Presidents.
Activities
Spirit of Washington D.C. Signature Lunch Cruise
Odyssey Washington D.C. Premier 3-Course Dinner Cruise with Live Band
Washington, DC: ARTECHOUSE Immersive Art Experience Ticket
Odyssey Washington D.C. Premier Brunch Cruise
Washington DC Monuments Bike Tour
Morning Monuments City Tour with 8 Stops & Optional Entry Tickets
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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 National Mall or National Air and Space Museum, 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
If you're looking to experience the neighbourhood, Crystal City is well-known for its popular shops. Explore top sights in the area like Synetic Theater and get around town on the metro at Crystal City Station.
Pentagon City
If you're spending time in Pentagon City, you might enjoy attractions like Fashion Center at Pentagon City and Pentagon Row. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Pentagon City Station to see more of the city.