Southwest Waterfront
Washington
Visit Southwest Waterfront
Popular places to visit
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.
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Walter E. Washington Convention Center, a top convention center in Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
National Mall
Washington’s famous strip is teeming with American history in each and every monument and museum that you’ll see.
Northwest Stadium
Catch an event at Northwest Stadium during your trip to Hyattsville. Attend a football game or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Union Station Shopping Center
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Union Station Shopping Center, a popular shopping spot in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's entertainment choices and notable monuments.
Things to do
National Mall Tour with 10+ Stops, Boat Cruise, Entry Tickets
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
George Washington's Mount Vernon Gardens & Grounds Admission
Top hotels in Southwest Waterfront
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Nice room
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
Clean rooms…. Great view…. Nice staff I would book again!
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
citizenM Washington DC NoMa
Living room in the lobby was welcoming. Bar/staff/food were great.
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026
Hotel Lombardy
It was wo
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
Hotel Washington
Superb! Location, location, location! Great service, customer service...the VUI burger is to die for! Staff was amazing. Only mention is maybe turn the lobby music down just a tad, and please play soothing elevator music...ubeat pop is a little much. Perfect
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Washington D.C.
Room was very clean and staff was very courteous
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Waterfront
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 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.
Southwest
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Southwest. Check out top attractions like Smithsonian Institution and Fort Lesley J McNair, and jump on the metro at Waterfront Station or L'Enfant Plaza Station to see more of the city.
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.
Capitol Hill
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Capitol Hill. Check out top attractions like Folger Shakespeare Library and Library of Congress, and jump on the metro at Capitol South Station or Eastern Market Station to see more of the city.
Penn Quarter
While you're in Penn Quarter, take in top sights like Sidney Harman Hall and jump on the metro at Archives Station to see more of the city.
