Penn Quarter
Washington
Visit Penn Quarter
Popular places to visit
Ford's Theater
Enjoy a performance at Ford's Theater, a theater with a story to tell in Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
FBI Headquarters
After visiting FBI Headquarters, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices.
Navy Memorial & Naval Heritage Center
Find out about the history of Washington when you spend time at Navy Memorial & Naval Heritage Center. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
United States Navy Memorial
Learn about the local history of Washington with a stop at United States Navy Memorial. Experience the area's fascinating museums and entertainment choices.
Shakespeare Theatre Company
Enjoy a show at Shakespeare Theatre Company, a storied theater in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums.
Lansburgh Theatre
Get tickets for a show at Lansburgh Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Washington. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.
Things to do
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Cherry Blossoms, Boat Cruise, Tickets
Smithsonian Natural History with Expert Guide
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour
Top hotels in Penn Quarter
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
First room, had to many issues, bathroom floor, needs a lot attention, the bedroom had a smell like someone been smoking in it.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
When I first arrived the receptionist was nice and check in was pretty easy. My first room toilet was broken and the refrigerator… they quickly put me in another room which was much better. The bed was comfy and the room has black out curtains… no noise pretty quiet stay. The food was horrible but ...
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026
Arlo Washington DC
Clean and beautiful
Reviewed on Apr 10, 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 Apr 9, 2026
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Very friendly staff, awesome location & clean hotel, the pillows are the best!
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
citizenM Washington DC NoMa
The hotel was very clean, comfortable, and the staff was friendly and helpful throughout the stay. The location was convenient, and overall the experience was enjoyable. My only concern is that the price has gone up quite a bit, and it is starting to feel a little too pricey for regular stays.
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Penn Quarter
Downtown Washington D.C.
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Washington D.C.. Check out top attractions like Smithsonian Institution and National Museum of Women in the Arts, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.
Southwest Federal Center
If you're spending time in Southwest Federal Center, check out sights like Smithsonian Institution or L'Enfant Plaza and hop on the metro to see more the city at L'Enfant Plaza Station or Federal Center Station.
NoMa
While you're in NoMa, take in top sights like Union Station Shopping Center and jump on the metro at Gallaudet U Station to see more of the city.
Logan Circle
Logan Circle is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Studio Theatre and Mary McLeod Bethune Council House, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Washington.
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 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 catch a ride at Shaw Station.
