Northwest Travel Guide
Washington
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
George Washington University
Explore the campus of George Washington University, a top university in Washington. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.
Georgetown University
Explore the campus of Georgetown University, a top university in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
Washington Monument
Find out about the history of Washington when you take a trip to Washington Monument. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Top hotels in Northwest
Washington Plaza Hotel
"Very nice hotel for the price, clean, helpful staff good location"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
"Elegant hotel with great location. Outstanding restaurant just off the lobby."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Arlo Washington DC
"10 out of 10. One of the best hotels I’ve stayed in"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown
"Great location, clean room and comfortable bed."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Omni Shoreham Hotel
"Honestly I was shocked that this was the same four star Omni that is pictured. I ended up paying to check in and not stay at all. I left and stayed elsewhere. The property smelled extremely old and like mildew. The only AC was a motel style loud window unit. Even though the room was recently refurbished ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Glover Park - Georgetown
"Location to Georgetown and GTU was excellent!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northwest
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.
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 Washington Harbour.
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.
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.
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.
