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Popular places to visit
American University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit American University, during your travels in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and great live music.
Washington National Cathedral
Inside this vast, striking building are richly decorated chapels, important artwork and a stained-glass window that contains a piece of the moon.
Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens
You can browse the exhibits at Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed theater scene and shops.
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.
National Mall
Washington’s famous strip is teeming with American history in each and every monument and museum that you’ll see.
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 notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Things to do
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
US Capitol & Library of Congress Tour with Supreme Court, Senate
Washington DC Small-Group Sightseeing Experience
Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour
Top hotels in Upper Northwest
Omni Shoreham Hotel
The front desk staff was very helpful during the check in process and changing of rooms. To no fault of theirs, we had to change rooms and I ended up in an hypoallergenic room which was perfect for me. Room was clean and had the most wonderful view. Room service was great.
Reviewed on May 4, 2026
Glover Park - Georgetown
Great location. On site parking made it easy to get in and out. Thursday night trivia and happy hour at the bar was fun. Hotel restaurant was good quality!
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Chevy Chase Pavilion
The best stay in the area including Air B&B. Clean rooms, HVAC that actually adjusts in the room, great room set up, subway a block away and free breakfast!!!
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
I like all services, except excluded breakfast.
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
My 1st room smelled a lot like smoke and the hotel is supposed to be non-smoking. After refusing a deodorizing room spray, I was moved to another room. The mattresses in both rooms were old, lumpy and very uncomfortable. I slept on the lounge chair the entire stay. When asked for the room to be cleaned, ...
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
The front desk people are awful. Incredibly rude and unkind. I tried to ask about a fee post stay and the woman on the phone hung up on me. Nice hotel in close proximity of everything, just bad staff with no
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Northwest
Northwest
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Capital One Arena, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.
Georgetown
Georgetown is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Washington Harbour and Dumbarton Oaks while you're in town.
Dupont Circle
Visitors to Dupont Circle love its fantastic nightlife, and you can check out Dupont Circle and Mansion on O Street. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Dupont Circle Station.
Foggy Bottom
The important monuments and popular shops are just a few highlights of Foggy Bottom. Make a stop by Potomac River or Market 5 Gallery while you're exploring the area.
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.
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.
