Penn Quarter Travel Guide
Washington
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Popular places to visit
Ford's Theater
Enjoy a performance at Ford's Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
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.
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 Penn Quarter
Riggs Washington DC
"Was dissappoonted there is no EV charger when the Expedia webpage states there is. This was the main reason for booking this property. Otherwise it was a nice stay and it is a nice hotel. The speakeasy downstairs was very nice and food was really good at cafe Riggs"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
"We had an amazing time there. Staff was helpful and friendly! We were several hours early and they let us check in around 11am even though check in time was 3pm. We were able to keep our car there in their private underground parking garage as soon as we arrived which was around 6am as we explored ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
"Reasonable hotel in a great location but the room was dated and not cleaned very well. They did not automatically replace coffee, cups or toilet rolls ( had to ask). Room lighting was also poor and the old air conditioning unit was noisy. It was OK for a few days sightseeing."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
The Watermark Hotel
"fantastic"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Harborside Hotel
"All around great stay. Very close to local spots and MGM Casino"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Arlo Washington DC
"Great check in. Friendly staff, nice large gym. Great Spanish tapas on the hotel as other regular fare. Good location-parking lot across the stress that doesn’t try to gauge you. Tata coffee and Japanese food court nearby."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Penn Quarter
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Gangplank Marina.
