Georgetown Travel Guide

Washington
Georgetown featuring a house
A pleasant suburb on the banks of the Potomac River, home to the city’s oldest buildings, great shops and stylish bars.

Founded back in 1751 near the Potomac River, the cobbled streets of Georgetown have long been part of a charming and historic suburb lined with beautiful Georgian mansions and brick houses. Today its charms have made it a National Historic Landmark.

Head for the Georgetown Visitor Centre and grab a map and pocket guide, so you can explore landmarks like the Old Stone House built in 1765, or the City Tavern Club, which the nation’s founding fathers used to frequent. At Tudor Place House and Garden, you’ll find over 8,000 pieces of art and furniture dating back centuries vying for your attention and there are stunning landscaped gardens waiting to be strolled. The Custom House and Post Office is one of America’s earliest, and also a fascinating sight. To learn more about these attractions, there’s a free walking tour leaving the visitor centre at noon.

Close by, you’ll also find the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal, along which you can take an hour-long ride on a replica 18th century boat, drawn by mules walking along the towpath. The canal stretches nearly 300 kilometres from Georgetown all the way to Cumberland, Maryland, and was built to transport wood, coal and goods as an alternative to the Potomac. You can even walk or cycle along part of the towpath and see the historic spots along the water.

America’s oldest Catholic university is also located here. Established in 1789, Georgetown University’s alumni include former President Bill Clinton.

There are also plenty of great spots to shop and eat out in the district, especially on Wisconsin and M streets. Or you can visit the Georgetown Waterfront Park for dinner overlooking the Potomac River.

Just 12 minutes by car to the north-west of central DC, Georgetown is easy to reach by bus – including on the DC Circulator, the D6 and the S4. The 36 will also take you from the National Mall at the corner of NW 7th and NW Constitution Avenue.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Georgetown

Hotel Pentagon
Hotel Pentagon
3 out of 5
2480 S Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA
The price is ₹9,004 per night from 24 Apr to 25 Apr
₹9,004
per night
24 Apr - 25 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Arlington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value in their reviews. ...
6.4/10 (1,079 reviews)
"Needs a little update but good."

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2024

Hotel Pentagon
Sonder Georgetown C&O
Sonder Georgetown C&O
3.5 out of 5
1111 30th Street Northwest, Washington, DC
The price is ₹22,887 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
₹22,887
per night
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Washington. Enjoy a fitness centre, a terrace and an arcade/games room. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (346 reviews)
"The area appeared safe and home-away-from-home amenities in the room were great. Restaurants were within walking distance as well as shopping and grocery stores."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Sonder Georgetown C&O
Washington Plaza Hotel
Washington Plaza Hotel
4 out of 5
10 Thomas Circle NW, Washington, DC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹9,088 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
₹9,088
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,063 reviews)
"I love this hotel as it’s convenient as the restaurant offers food and drinks for reasonable prices. And it’s beautiful inside and out. The only thing we didn’t like the room was too small. But clean and tidy. Towels were fresh. Overall the experience was great. Staff were awesome."

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2024

Washington Plaza Hotel
State Plaza Hotel
State Plaza Hotel
3.5 out of 5
2116 E Street NW, Washington, DC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹14,925 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
₹14,925
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,488 reviews)
"Room was clean.. bed sheets smelled so fresh loved it! Walking distance to attractions ."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

State Plaza Hotel
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
4 out of 5
1001 14th St NW, Washington, DC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹15,758 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
₹15,758
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,446 reviews)
"This was a great hotel for spending a lot of time on the National Mall and Penn Quarter. 15 min walk to all major attractions in those areas. The room was well appointed and comfortable. The common areas and lobby smell awesome - must be their cleaner but it smells really great!"

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2024

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Omni Shoreham Hotel
Omni Shoreham Hotel
4 out of 5
2500 Calvert St Nw, Washington, DC
The price is ₹17,408 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
₹17,408
per night
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy an outdoor pool, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,194 reviews)
"The staff was so kind, friendly and courteous."

Reviewed on 28 Mar 2024

Omni Shoreham Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Georgetown

Foggy Bottom which includes a city, a memorial and a statue or sculpture

Foggy Bottom

4.5/5(39 area reviews)

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.

Foggy Bottom
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Connecticut Ave - K Street

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

Connecticut Ave - K Street
United States Marine Corps War Memorial which includes military items

Rosslyn

4/5(12 area reviews)

The ample dining options and prominent monuments are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Freedom Park or Dark Star Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Rosslyn Station to get around town.

Rosslyn
Dupont Circle showing a statue or sculpture and a monument

Dupont Circle

4.5/5(91 area reviews)

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.

Dupont Circle
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Adams Morgan

4/5(5 area reviews)

Visitors highly recommend Adams Morgan for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by District of Columbia Arts Center while you're in town.

Adams Morgan
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Logan Circle

A noteworthy feature of Logan Circle is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out National City Christian Church and Studio Theatre.

Logan Circle

Georgetown Travel Guide