Petworth 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.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries 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.
University of Maryland, College Park
Explore the campus of University of Maryland, College Park, a top university in College Park. Experience the area's fascinating museums and lively festivals.
Top hotels in Petworth
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Other neighbourhoods around Petworth
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.
Shaw
Visitors often come to Shaw for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Howard Theatre and Shiloh Baptist Church of Washington. 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 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 United States Capitol.
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.
- Twin Oaks Garden Recreation Center
- Upshur Pool
- Upshur Recreation Center
- National Mall
- White House
- MGM National Harbor Casino
- Arlington National Cemetery
- United States Capitol
- University of Maryland
- National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Smithsonian's National Zoo
- Georgetown University
- Washington Monument
- National Museum of Natural History
- Six Flags America
- George Washington's Mount Vernon
- Lincoln Memorial
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