Clarendon 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.
University of Maryland, College Park
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Maryland, College Park during your travels in College Park. Experience the area's fascinating museums and lively festivals.
Top hotels in Clarendon
Washington Plaza Hotel
Other than providing if and credit card, everything went smoothly
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
The hotel had four elevators that made it easy to get up or down The QR code on the room card wasn’t easy to get accepted to go to a particular floor
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol
Most staff was great. The managers weren’t as welcoming. Hotel is fine but it didn’t feel like a Hilton Hotel. Felt a little dated. You could tell the carpets weren’t super clean. The color helped hid dirt and stains. Also, the AC didn’t work well.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Glover Park - Georgetown
The hotel was quite nice, however, the staff at the front desk, not so much. Whomever checked us in was wonderful; warm, friendly and personable. The lady who checked us out...would be an awesome front desk receptionist at the IRS or maybe an abortion clinic. She had the personality of a kidney stone, ...
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Salamander Washington DC
Great staff, loved the room. Especially liked the drop offs in the car.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Room was perfect for my partner and myself get away!
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Clarendon
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 Embassy Row.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Clarendon Travel Guide
- White House
- National Mall
- MGM National Harbor Casino
- United States Capitol
- Arlington National Cemetery
- Georgetown University
- University of Maryland
- Smithsonian's National Zoo
- National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Lincoln Memorial
- Washington Monument
- National Museum of Natural History
- George Washington's Mount Vernon
- International Spy Museum
