Friendship Heights Travel Guide
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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 acclaimed art galleries.
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 art galleries 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 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 art galleries and shops.
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 Friendship Heights
Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Chevy Chase Pavilion
Positives: The staff was friendly, and breakfast was great. However, the rooms had a very musty smell and felt very damp. The shower also had a ring in the bottom to where it didn't appear clean, and the drain was backed up so water pooled around my feet. Right outside our hotel room there was a ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
It was a nice hotel in a centrally located area and budget friendly!
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
All good
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
Clean room, great staff, amazing room and view. Only issue was with the location being 20-25 mins away from city and the bar who over charged $125 for 4 shots of whiskey and 1 Espresso Martini. She did try to make the bill for 25 mins and finally charged $125. I dont know in what world they would ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Arlo Washington DC
Really enjoyed our stay!
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill
The hotel was beautiful and centrally located. However, it is under construction on the fourth floor now. The room didn’t have a microwave but had a refrigerator. The In room coffee wasn’t the best but the hotel had a Starbucks.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Friendship Heights
Northwest
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Smithsonian Institution, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.
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 Washington Harbour or Water Gate at the Watergate Complex.
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.
Foggy Bottom
Important monuments a university vibe and top sights from Potomac River to Chesapeake and Ohio Canal – discover Foggy Bottom, a destination also famous for its historic sites.
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.
