Old Town 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 acclaimed art galleries and great live music.
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 entertainment choices and fascinating museums.
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 shops or notable monuments 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 shops.
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments.
MGM National Harbor Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to MGM National Harbor Casino during your visit to National Harbor? Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its lively bars.
Top hotels in Old Town
Park Hyatt Washington
Very nice and confortable room.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Great stay! Front desk service was impeccable the entire stay.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Washington D.C.
Room was ok, some amenities was broken
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
The manager & staff was amazing
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Arlo Washington DC
Unique, friendly, fun, clean, wonderful! Walked to concert and museums. Can’t wait to visit again!
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
citizenM Washington DC NoMa
The hotel/staff were lovely. My only issue is that there should be free tea/coffee around the clock. I shouldn't have to pay $5.50 daily for a cup. See you again!
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town
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 Smithsonian Institution.
NoMa
While you're in NoMa, take in top sights like Smithsonian Institution and jump on the metro at Gallaudet U 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.
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.
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.
Northwest
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Capital One Arena, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.
