Penn Quarter
Washington
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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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene.
Shakespeare Theatre Company
Enjoy a show at Shakespeare Theatre Company, a storied theater in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices.
Sidney Harman Hall
Get tickets for a show at Sidney Harman Hall, a storied theater in Washington. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
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 entertainment choices and fascinating museums.
Things to do
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets
Washington DC Small-Group Sightseeing Experience
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour
Washington DC Night-Time City Tour
Top hotels in Penn Quarter
Riggs Washington DC
"Was dissappoonted there is no EV charger when the Expedia webpage states there is. This was the main reason for booking this property. Otherwise it was a nice stay and it is a nice hotel. The speakeasy downstairs was very nice and food was really good at cafe Riggs"
Reviewed on May 25, 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
"We had an amazing time there. Staff was helpful and friendly! We were several hours early and they let us check in around 11am even though check in time was 3pm. We were able to keep our car there in their private underground parking garage as soon as we arrived which was around 6am as we explored ..."
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
"Reasonable hotel in a great location but the room was dated and not cleaned very well. They did not automatically replace coffee, cups or toilet rolls ( had to ask). Room lighting was also poor and the old air conditioning unit was noisy. It was OK for a few days sightseeing."
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
The Watermark Hotel
"fantastic"
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
Harborside Hotel
"All around great stay. Very close to local spots and MGM Casino"
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
Arlo Washington DC
"Great check in. Friendly staff, nice large gym. Great Spanish tapas on the hotel as other regular fare. Good location-parking lot across the stress that doesn’t try to gauge you. Tata coffee and Japanese food court nearby."
Reviewed on May 26, 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.
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.
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.
