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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.
University of Maryland, College Park
Explore the campus of University of Maryland, College Park, a top university in College Park. Experience the area's fascinating museums and lively festivals.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
Arlington National Cemetery
You can learn more about the history of Washington when you make a stop at a top site such as Arlington National Cemetery. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments.
Union Station Shopping Center
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Union Station Shopping Center, a popular shopping spot in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
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Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Waterfront
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
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Southwest. Check out top attractions like Smithsonian Institution and Fort Lesley J McNair, and jump on the metro at Waterfront Station or L'Enfant Plaza Station to see more of the city.
Navy Yard
While you're in Navy Yard, take in top sights like Washington Navy Yard and jump on the metro at Navy Yard 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.
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.
Penn Quarter
While you're in Penn Quarter, take in top sights like Navy Memorial & Naval Heritage Center and jump on the metro at Archives Station to see more of the city.
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- Arena Stage
- U.S.S. Sequoia Presidential Yacht
- Amidon-Greenleaf Playground
- Titanic Memorial
- White House
- National Mall
- Walter E. Washington Convention Center
- MGM National Harbor Casino
- University of Maryland
- Smithsonian Institution
- Arlington National Cemetery
- National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Capital One Arena
- Nationals Park
- Howard University
- George Washington University
- Northwest Stadium
- George Mason University
- Lincoln Memorial
- National Air and Space Museum
- National Museum of Natural History
- Pentagon