Brightwood Travel Guide
Washington
Popular places to visit
National Mall
Washington’s famous strip is teeming with American history in each and every monument and museum that you’ll see.
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.
Arlington National Cemetery
A beautiful and vast space, America's most famous military cemetery is a fitting tribute to the nation’s fallen heroes.
University of Maryland, College Park
Explore the campus of University of Maryland, College Park, a top university in College Park. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
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.
Top hotels in Brightwood
Washington Plaza Hotel
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025
Omni Shoreham Hotel
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025
Hotel Arboretum
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Reviewed on 14 Jul 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 Capital One Arena, 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 National City Christian Church.
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 Union Station Shopping Center.
Connecticut Ave - K Street
While you're in Connecticut Ave - K Street, take in top sights like National Geographic Museum or K Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Farragut North Station or Farragut West Station.
Downtown Washington D.C.
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Washington D.C.. Check out top attractions like Capital One Arena and Smithsonian Institution, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.
- National Mall
- White House
- MGM National Harbor Casino
- University of Maryland
- Arlington National Cemetery
- United States Capitol
- National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Smithsonian's National Zoo
- Washington Monument
- Georgetown University
- Six Flags America
- National Museum of Natural History
- Lincoln Memorial
- George Washington's Mount Vernon
- Merriweather Post Pavilion