Southwest
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 entertainment choices and shops.
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.
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
You can study the exhibits at United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's entertainment choices and notable monuments.
Things to do
Full Day: City Tour with 10 Stops, Boat Cruise, Admission Tickets
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
City Cruises Washington DC: Signature Lunch Cruise
See DC In A Day: Guided Small Group Ultimate Day Tour
George Washington's Mount Vernon Gardens & Grounds Admission
Top hotels in Southwest
Salamander Washington DC
Absolutely! We enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on 26 Dec, 2025
citizenM Washington DC Capitol
The hotel was perfect for us. The room was very clean and cozy.
Reviewed on 27 Dec, 2025
Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf
Everything! My view was spectacular, staff was sooo kind, and super modern. The whole hotel was spotless and easy to navigate.
Reviewed on 25 Dec, 2025
InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG
Lovely upscale hotel in prime location on the Wharf. Great view from 7th floor. Terrific breakfast buffet!
Reviewed on 27 Dec, 2025
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG
Good location close to national mall and metro. Clean, noisy ac with no room control. Very adequate but nothing special. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 27 Dec, 2025
Placemakr Buzzard Point
Very clean and safe apartment. If I knew it was this secluded, I may have chosen an actual Hotel instead of this situation, but it was a beautiful place, great pricing, very close to the National Mall.
Reviewed on 27 Dec, 2025
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 Gangplank Marina.
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 United States Navy Memorial and jump on the metro at Archives Station to see more of the city.
