Dupont Circle Travel Guide
Washington
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Popular places to visit
Embassy of the Philippines
After visiting Embassy of the Philippines, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Washington. Amble within Chinatown or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Phillips Collection
You can study the exhibits at Phillips Collection, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Washington. Discover the area's great live music and shops.
White House
Find out about the history of White House, one of the top monuments in Washington. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.
National Mall
National Mall is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's fascinating museums and entertainment choices.
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.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
Top hotels in Dupont Circle
The Darcy Hotel
"Room needed a deep cleaning! Large build-up of dust/dirt in places the routine/daily house keeping staff does not have time to address due to number of rooms they have to make-up within a very short time period. The ice machine on the 5th floor produced ice maybe every other night. Otherwise, for ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Lyle Washington D.C.
"We stayed at a corner king suit. The room was clean, quiet, and spacious. However, the hotel is more like an apartment hotel which is outdated, old and dark. Also, compared with numerous hotels we have stayed at, majority of the staff were unhelpful. We asked for extra blanket and they couldn’t provide ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle
"This is a decent hotel in a great location. The room was clean and well-maintained; however, the lobby is very underwhelming. The front desk staff was nice, professional and helpful. Housekeeping was another story. I flagged a housekeeper down on my floor to clean the room since I slept in. She said ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
The Baron Hotel
"clean room staff air condition"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Holiday Inn Washington-Central/White House by IHG
"Breakfast was not good and the bathrooms are outdated."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Dupont Circle Embassy Inn by FOUND
"..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dupont Circle
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.
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.
Logan Circle
A noteworthy feature of Logan Circle is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Studio Theatre and Mary McLeod Bethune Council House.
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 Smithsonian Institution and National Museum of Women in the Arts, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center 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 Old Stone House or Washington Harbour.
Shaw
Visitors often come to Shaw for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Howard Theatre and Carter G. Woodson Residence. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Shaw Station.
