Upper Northwest Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Upper Northwest
Popular places to visit
American University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of American University during your travels in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Washington National Cathedral
Inside this vast, striking building are richly decorated chapels, important artwork and a stained-glass window that contains a piece of the moon.
Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens
You can browse the exhibits at Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
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.
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
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
Our pick of the best Upper Northwest Hotel Deals
Omni Shoreham Hotel
We are regular guests at the Omni Hotel Perfect location Beautiful hotel Staff is very friendly and welcoming
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Glover Park - Georgetown
In a great area. I did
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Chevy Chase Pavilion
Not enough staff
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
The staff was awesome super friendly and all smiles. Very helpful when asking for place to go in the area for dinner. The rooms were nice and bathrooms were update probably not long ago. For the money a great hotel. It was a last minute for me to book. The White House was not but a half mile walk ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Really enjoyed our stay at the Hamilton! Staff was very helpful, room was clean and the location was outstanding! We will be back!
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
The Watermark Hotel
Love the rooms, super clean, friendly staff and good ambience!
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Northwest
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.
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 Old Stone 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.
Foggy Bottom
Important monuments a university vibe and top sights from Potomac River to Market 5 Gallery – discover Foggy Bottom, a destination also famous for its historic sites.
Connecticut Ave - K Street
While you're in Connecticut Ave - K Street, take in top sights like National Geographic Museum or K Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Farragut North Station or Farragut West 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 Mary McLeod Bethune Council House and Studio Theatre.
