Southwest
Washington
Popular places to visit
National Mall
Visit some of America’s finest historic national monuments and a host of world-class museums along this strip of beautifully landscaped recreational area.
National Air and Space Museum
Celebrate the history of aviation and space exploration at this entertaining and informative museum.
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 fascinating museums and shops.
International Spy Museum
Channel your inner James Bond and learn about the history of espionage at this fascinating museum.
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.
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.
Things to do
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Cherry Blossoms, Boat Cruise, Tickets
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour
Top hotels in Southwest
citizenM Washington DC Capitol
The room was extremely small, wife said we have had bigger rooms aboard cruise ships. It was SO small the bed was crammed in on three sides, my wife had to climb over me to get in and out of bed. The bathroom was glass walls/glass door that did not properly close - poor privacy. The bathroom did ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf
Excellent
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Salamander Washington DC
Room and bathroom lovely. But dining is limited. No true dining area. off the lobby
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG
For the price point, this place was well below average. The floor was barely vacuumed, bed was hard as a rock, shower smelled like mildew every time we turned it on, outlets were loose or missing covers, they didn’t refresh our linens or take our trash away, and the TV kept cutting in and out. The ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf
Location is great! Two king size beds too. However, our sink right handle (cold water) was broken.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG
Check in was a little long, but besides that, we were happy overall.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 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 The Municipal Fish Market at The Wharf.
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 Long Bridge Park. 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.
