Brightwood Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Brightwood
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.
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 theatre scene and notable monuments.
United States Capitol
Sitting on top of Capitol Hill is a Washington landmark that’s been the home of American democracy for more than 200 years.
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
Arlington National Cemetery
A beautiful and vast space, America's most famous military cemetery is a fitting tribute to the nation’s fallen heroes.
Activities
DC in a Day Monuments Tour with 10 Stops, Optional Entry Tickets
The Original Capitol Hill Small Group Tour w/ Reserved Passes
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
Smithsonian Highlights Walking Tour w/ Reserved Air & Space Entry
Night of Lincoln Assassination: from White House to Ford Theatre
George Washington's Mount Vernon Gardens & Grounds Admission
Our pick of the best Brightwood Hotel Deals
Washington Plaza Hotel
Good service
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
citizenM Washington DC Capitol
I booked this hotel for my parents 23rd anniversary, and they loved it. The location was incredible, less than 10 minutes away from all the big landmarks. They loved how walkable everything was, and noted the cleanliness everywhere, both in the hotel and around the city. The breakfast was actually ...
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Every thing was perfect nice hotel top location best staff
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol
Yes, everything was great!!
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Club Quarters Hotel in Washington DC
Great location & nice room
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center
Room was clean and had everything I needed. Cleaning staff was great. Fully recommend.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Brightwood
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.
Logan Circle
A noteworthy feature of Logan Circle is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Studio Theatre and Mary McLeod Bethune Council House.
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.
Northeast
Northeast is a destination travellers like for its monuments, and you might hop aboard the metro at Rhode Island Ave. Station or Brookland-CUA Station to explore sights like Smithsonian Institution.
NoMa
While you're in NoMa, take in top sights like Smithsonian Institution and jump on the metro at Gallaudet U Station to see more of the city.
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 of the city at Farragut North Station or Farragut West Station.
