Southwest 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.
National Air and Space Museum
Housing the world’s largest collection of air and spacecraft, this museum carries you through the history of flight.
International Spy Museum
Delve into the world of spies, their gadgets and their stories, at this modern museum in the heart of downtown DC.
Museum of the Bible
You can study the exhibits at Museum of the Bible, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Washington. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
The Anthem
You can get tickets for a performance at The Anthem on your trip to Washington. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this walkable area.
Tidal Basin
Embellished by the pink hues of cherry blossoms in spring, this scenic reservoir is surrounded by memorials to important figures in the development of the nation.
Top hotels in Southwest
Salamander Washington DC
Salamander dc was absolutely stunning. Staff was warm, welcoming and helpful. Spa- was heavenly! Highly recommend and would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG
Location is everything!
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf
I loved the woman greeting us each day at breakfast. She was so pleasant! She made my day each morning. The food was delicious.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
citizenM Washington DC Capitol
It was quiet and smoke free which I liked. Breakfast was ok but thought it did not met what I paid for. Which there were more vegetables and fresh fruit.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf
Clean room, very nice hotel and staff
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG
Perfect location and clean room. Slept like a baby every night. Just wished they had more variety in the breakfast buffet, it seemed like they had the same thing every day.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest
The Wharf
You'll enjoy the restaurants and riverfront in The Wharf. You might want to make time for a stop at The Anthem or The Municipal Fish Market at The Wharf.
Southwest Waterfront
While you're in Southwest Waterfront, take in top sights like Arena Stage and jump on the metro at Waterfront Station to see more of the city.
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.
Navy Yard
While you're in Navy Yard, take in top sights like Washington Navy Yard and jump on the metro at Navy Yard Station to see more of the city.
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.
Penn Quarter
While you're in Penn Quarter, take in top sights like Navy Memorial & Naval Heritage Center and jump on the metro at Archives Station to see more of the city.
