Northwest 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.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
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.
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and shops.
Washington Monument
At the heart of the National Mall, this dedication in honour of the first American President is a famous feature on the cityscape.
National Museum of African American History and Culture
You can study the exhibits at National Museum of African American History and Culture, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Top hotels in Northwest
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Clean room and friendly staff
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill
Staff was helpful and stored our luggage before and after check-in and that was very helpful
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Arlo Washington DC
Perfevt
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in Washington DC
Wonderful front desk
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center
Good coffee for breakfast in the morning. Yes, micro rooms, but visibly clean and have all basic amenities. Felt safe and in the heart of DC.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Omni Shoreham Hotel
Bugs in room
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northwest
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.
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 Georgetown Park or Washington Harbour.
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.
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.
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.
