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 fascinating museums and notable monuments.
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 shops.
Things to do
DC in a Day Monuments Tour with 10 Stops, Optional Entry Tickets
Washington DC Monuments by Moonlight Night Trolley Tour
The Original Capitol Hill Small Group Tour w/ Reserved Passes
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
Small Group National Mall Night Tour with 10 Top Attractions
African American Heritage Tour of Washington DC/Free tickets NMAAC
Top hotels in Southwest
citizenM Washington DC Capitol
Clean room. Helpful staff.
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Salamander Washington DC
The room was excellent -- comfy bed, quiet room, spacious. Great locale.
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025
Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf
Room was very nice and clean, Staff were nice and very helpful! They gave me a goodie bag upon check in. Rl
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG
Nice view. Decent hotel.
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall
Staff was wonderful, from management to the maid service. Everyone was friendly and professional, it really stood out to me. Hotel was very clean and updated. Location was great for Smithsonian and monument access. No food in the immediate area really, even the fast food was bad. Plan to eat in other ...
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG
Room was great, staff wonderful!
Reviewed on Nov 17, 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 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
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.
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.
Pentagon City
Visitors often come to Pentagon City for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Fashion Center at Pentagon City and Pentagon Row. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Pentagon City Station.
