Capitol Riverfront Travel Guide
Washington
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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.
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.
Nationals Park
Catch an event at Nationals Park during your trip to Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
United States Capitol
United States Capitol is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Top hotels in Capitol Riverfront
Washington Plaza Hotel
Clean room and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
My 1st room smelled a lot like smoke and the hotel is supposed to be non-smoking. After refusing a deodorizing room spray, I was moved to another room. The mattresses in both rooms were old, lumpy and very uncomfortable. I slept on the lounge chair the entire stay. When asked for the room to be cleaned, ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Roomcast didn’t work
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Omni Shoreham Hotel
Usually this hotel is top notch. However this time there was dust on the tv base, dirt in the corner of the bathroom. Also our room was laid out poorly. The tv didn’t face the bed or the chair. Weird!
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
The Watermark Hotel
Property was great and rooms was even better.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Arlo Washington DC
Unexpected urban fee 35 daily for no amenities
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Capitol Riverfront
Navy Yard
While you're in Navy Yard, take in top sights like Nationals Park and jump on the metro at Navy Yard Station to see more of the city.
Southeast
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Southeast. Spend some time visiting top spots like Nationals Park, and catch the metro at Potomac Ave Station or Eastern Market Station to see more of the area.
Capitol Hill
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Capitol Hill. Check out top attractions like United States Capitol and Folger Shakespeare Library, and jump on the metro at Capitol South Station or Eastern Market Station to see more of the city.
Southwest Waterfront
While you're in Southwest Waterfront, take in top sights like Arena Stage and jump on the metro at Waterfront 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.
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.
