Upper Northwest Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

American University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of American University during your travels in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.

Washington National Cathedral
Washington National Cathedral 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 fascinating museums and shops.

Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens
You can browse the exhibits at Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.

White House
Find out about the history of White House, one of the top monuments in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and great live music.

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 entertainment choices and fascinating museums.

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.
Top hotels in Upper Northwest

Glover Park - Georgetown
Great service
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Omni Shoreham Hotel
Large sunny room.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Had a small issue with Airco on first night but the Hamilton hotel team quickly responded and, change rooms and provided an upgraded room. Hotel staff is super friendly, knowledgeable and in gagging. Perfect location, wry central.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

citizenM Washington DC NoMa
Everything was great
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Hotel Lombardy
Staff very friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Staff from the check in to check out was friendly and helpful. Rooms got cleaned everyday and were in great conditions. Bed was very comfortable and room size was great.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Northwest

Northwest
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Capital One Arena, 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 Dumbarton Oaks.

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.

Connecticut Ave - K Street
While you're in Connecticut Ave - K Street, take in top sights like K Street or Black Lives Matter Plaza, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Farragut North Station or Farragut West Station.

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.
