Brightwood Travel Guide
Washington
Popular places to visit
White House
Explore the home and workplace of the president of the United States. See entertainment areas and state rooms and learn about the history of this famous building.
National Mall
Washington’s famous strip is teeming with American history in each and every monument and museum that you’ll see.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's entertainment choices and notable monuments.
United States Capitol
Sitting on top of Capitol Hill is a Washington landmark that’s been the home of American democracy for more than 200 years.
Arlington National Cemetery
A beautiful and vast space, America's most famous military cemetery is a fitting tribute to the nation’s fallen heroes.
Georgetown University
Explore the campus of Georgetown University during your visit to Washington. Experience the area's fascinating museums and great live music.
Top hotels in Brightwood
Washington Plaza Hotel
Staff is always extremely professional and welcoming.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol
Housekeeping were super efficient and helpful! NU at front desk made sure our trip went smooth as well ! Check in is a bit too late however !
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
I advise if you stay here to look at spot hero for parking prior to your stay, you’ll thank yourself and save you money. Location is VERY convenient, I stayed with two kids and the room was tight but we made it work. No in room microwave, but otherwise this place was great and accommodated our ...
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Staff!
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Homewood Suites by Hilton Washington DC Convention Center
The staff was wonderful the room was clean. But to fit three the room was cramped.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Washington D.C.
Perfect
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Brightwood
Northwest
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Smithsonian Institution, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
Northeast
Northeast is a destination travellers like for its monuments, and you might hop aboard the metro at Rhode Island Ave. Station or Brookland-CUA Station to explore sights like United States Capitol.
NoMa
While you're in NoMa, take in top sights like Smithsonian Institution and jump on the metro at Gallaudet U Station to see more of the city.
Connecticut Ave - K Street
While you're in Connecticut Ave - K Street, take in top sights like K Street or World Bank, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Farragut North Station or Farragut West Station.
Brightwood Travel Guide
- White House
- National Mall
- United States Capitol
- MGM National Harbor Casino
- Arlington National Cemetery
- University of Maryland
- Georgetown University
- Smithsonian's National Zoo
- National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Lincoln Memorial
- Washington Monument
- National Museum of Natural History
- Merriweather Post Pavilion
- George Washington's Mount Vernon
