Southwest Travel Guide
Washington
Popular places to visit
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.
National Air and Space Museum
You can browse the exhibits at National Air and Space Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
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 notable monuments.
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 notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
The Anthem
You can get tickets for a performance at The Anthem on your trip to Washington. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
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.
Top hotels in Southwest
citizenM Washington DC Capitol
Great service, freindly staff, highly recommend. Food pricey but expected at hotels. Food was pretty good overall better than Hampton inn free breakfast. Great for solo travelers. Close to everything in DC.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG
Excellent location and hotel
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Salamander Washington DC
Beautiful resort, friendly and attentive staff, fantastic Spa, award winning Dogon fantastic culinary experience! My room was a spacious luxe space with water views. I’d definitely return for another visit!
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf
there was a blinking light from the fire detector and it kept me up all night, pool was closed. room was SMALLLLLL. price was too much for the quality , it was ok...just ok...but for the price i would expect better then just ok
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf
Great location
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest
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.
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.
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.
Crystal City
Visitors to Crystal City love its popular shops, and you can check out Bowlero Arlington and Synetic Theater. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Crystal City Station.
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.
