Columbia Heights Travel Guide
Washington
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Popular places to visit
Meridian Hill Park
Meridian Hill Park is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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.
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 notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
Nationals Park
Catch an event at Nationals Park during your trip to Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Top hotels in Columbia Heights
Washington Plaza Hotel
"Very nice hotel for the price, clean, helpful staff good location"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
The Watermark Hotel
"This is a quality hotel. Wegmans below and the Wren and Beer Guarten are the best you could ask for. I was there for ODAC badeball at Capital One Park across the street. The tram is across the street and Tysons Corner is close Awesome place to stay"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Harborside Hotel
"Room was nice. The only thing was inconvenient was that only one elevator was working at the time I was there. It was my second time staying there and ill continue to stay there.."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
"Elegant hotel with great location. Outstanding restaurant just off the lobby."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Arlo Washington DC
"The hotel was very nice and staff helpful and friendly."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Glover Park - Georgetown
"Location to Georgetown and GTU was excellent!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Columbia Heights
Shaw
Visitors often come to Shaw for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Howard Theatre and Carter G. Woodson Residence. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Shaw 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 Mary McLeod Bethune Council House and Studio Theatre.
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.
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.
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 Smithsonian Institution and National Museum of Women in the Arts, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.
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.
