Ivy City Travel Guide
Washington
Popular places to visit
Gallaudet University
Explore the campus of Gallaudet University during your visit to Washington. Discover the area's entertainment choices and notable monuments.
White House
Find out about the history of White House, one of the top monuments in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
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 acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
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.
MGM National Harbor Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to MGM National Harbor Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in National Harbor? Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its lively bars.
Top hotels in Ivy City
Hotel Nell - Union Market
The young lady at the breakfast bar was awesome everyday! Very accommodating and excellent customer service.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Overall, the hotel is very nice. Beautiful interior and staff was exceptionally warm, friendly, and helpful. I upgraded to an Alexander room last minute and was disappointed to find that the carpet and furniture in the room was riddled with stains. It was disgusting and for the price being charged ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
Parking was safe and easy, staff were polite, the lobby was very nice and clean. But my room refrigerator was broke upon arrival (hot air) which was upsetting. The front desk promptly called the maintenance man who came to check it out and replaced it with a new one. There was also no ice and you ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Arlo Washington DC
Second time staying here and it never disappoints. Perfect location, amazing staff, and property is well maintained. The only place I stay when in town!
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill
Great common areas. Starbucks on site.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Average!
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ivy City
Northeast
Northeast is a destination travellers like for its monuments, and you might hop aboard the metro at Rhode Island Ave. Station or Brookland-CUA Station to explore sights like Union Station Shopping Center.
NoMa
While you're in NoMa, take in top sights like Union Station Shopping Center and jump on the metro at Gallaudet U Station to see more of the city.
Capitol Hill
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Capitol Hill. Check out top attractions like Folger Shakespeare Library and Library of Congress, and jump on the metro at Capitol South Station or Eastern Market Station to see more of the city.
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.
Southeast
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Southeast. Spend some time visiting top spots like Marine Barracks, and catch the metro at Potomac Ave Station or Eastern Market Station to see more of the area.
Penn Quarter
While you're in Penn Quarter, take in top sights like Ford's Theater and jump on the metro at Archives Station to see more of the city.
