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 acclaimed art galleries 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 fascinating museums and entertainment choices.
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 acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
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.
Tidal Basin
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Tidal Basin during your travels in Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
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.
Top hotels in Southwest
citizenM Washington DC Capitol
No one is available to assist with any issues. Booked a refundable room and flight was delayed. They gave room away even though it was paid for already. No room when arrived. NO one available at property it work through issue. Still have not refunded the stay. Hotel is fine, if very small, if you ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf
Staff was amazing and friendly. Excellent complimentary breakfast choices. Close to great dining options. Great views from rooms and rooftop bar.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Salamander Washington DC
The breakfast was fresh and the selection was good too
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG
Can’t beat the location near the mall and capitol. Building is fine.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf
The hotel was great. The room was very modern and clean. The hotel bottom floor has several restaurants and shops that is very convenient. The shower has glass doors instead of a shower curtain which was nice. The roomheater was a bit difficult to use but it wasn’t needed. The tv has a feature allowing ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG
Best place to stay in dc. On the river where the nightlife is, but not far away from all the touristy/iconic spots. It was just logistically perfect. The room was nice, big, and clean. The concierge couldn’t be better. The desk staff was a hit or miss though. They were either the best ever or the ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
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.
Penn Quarter
While you're in Penn Quarter, take in top sights like Sidney Harman Hall and jump on the metro at Archives Station to see more of the city.
