Upper Northwest
Washington
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Popular places to visit
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 fascinating museums and notable monuments.
Peirce Mill
Learn about the local history of Washington when you take a trip to Peirce Mill. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
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.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's acclaimed theater scene and notable monuments.
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 Upper Northwest
Glover Park - Georgetown
Everything was great. Thanks
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Omni Shoreham Hotel
Always for Omni the hotel is surrounded by restaurants options on transportations shopping couples minu
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025
Washington Plaza Hotel
The room was clean and comfortable, the staff were friendly, and the location is centrally located and convenient. No complaints about that. However, if you need to use the business center for printing, note that the printer will likely not be working. Fortunately, the front desk printed out my documents ...
Reviewed on Nov 20, 2025
citizenM Washington DC Capitol
Clean room. Helpful staff.
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
The staff was great. The amenities were good and I was close to where I needed to be.
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
Nice
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025
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 Smithsonian Institution, 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 Embassy Row 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 Chesapeake and Ohio Canal 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.
