Southwest Federal Center Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
International Spy Museum
You can browse the exhibits at International Spy Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Museum of the Bible
You can study the exhibits at Museum of the Bible, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Washington. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
You can study the exhibits at United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's entertainment choices and notable monuments.
L'Enfant Plaza
During your trip to Washington, you can do some window-shopping at L'Enfant Plaza. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Bureau of Engraving and Printing 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 entertainment choices and shops.
Bartholdi Fountain
Bartholdi Fountain 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 acclaimed theatre scene.
Top hotels in Southwest Federal Center
Salamander Washington DC
Comfortable, clean, beautiful spaces
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
citizenM Washington DC Capitol
It was a really nice stay. Clean rooms, trendy decor and great staff. I would return.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG
Good!
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall
Very lovely place. Clean rooms that were modern and sleek. Close to many attractions.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf
The check-in person was great and the breakfast staff friendly and efficient. The room was clean, quiet and very roomy.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Washington Plaza Hotel
Staff is always extremely professional and welcoming.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Federal Center
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.
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.
Penn Quarter
While you're in Penn Quarter, take in top sights like United States Navy Memorial and jump on the metro at Archives Station to see more of the city.
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.
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
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Southwest. Check out top attractions like Smithsonian Institution and United States Capitol, and jump on the metro at Waterfront Station or L'Enfant Plaza Station to see more of the city.
Southwest Federal Center Travel Guide
- International Spy Museum
- Museum of the Bible
- Bartholdi Fountain
- White House
- National Mall
- Walter E. Washington Convention Center
- Smithsonian Institution
- MGM National Harbor Casino
- Capital One Arena
- Arlington National Cemetery
- University of Maryland
- Nationals Park
- National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Lincoln Memorial
- George Washington University
- National Air and Space Museum
- Pentagon
- National Museum of Natural History
- Northwest Stadium
- Fort Myer
- George Mason University
