Popular places to visit

Franciscan Monastery
You can learn about the history of Washington when you stop by Franciscan Monastery. Discover the area's great live music and notable monuments.

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 entertainment choices 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.
Activities

Full Day: City Tour with 10 Stops, Boat Cruise, Admission Tickets

No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook

Night of Lincoln Assassination: from White House to Ford Theatre

See DC In A Day: Guided Small Group Ultimate Day Tour

George Washington's Mount Vernon Gardens & Grounds Admission

Capitol Hill Tour with US Capitol & Library of Congress Admission
Our pick of the best Brookland Hotel Deals

Washington Plaza Hotel
Rips in carpet in room. Beds a little worn. Phone in room didn’t work. Staff very friendly. Restaurant very good food. Cleanliness good.
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

Salamander Washington DC
Staff was very courteous.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol
The beds were super comfortable, the double queen bed rooms were the perfect size for myself and two children. The location is super convenient especially with restaurants and convenience stores just steps away. Check in was quick and simple. It’s also walking distance to union station and convenient ...
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

Generator Hotel Washington DC
Good for the price!
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

Fairfield Inn by Marriott Washington D.C.
Clean. Delicious breakfast!
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center
The room was clean and was a good size. I was there a few days before Christmas, the hotel was VERY crowded, the lobby, the dining areas, everywhere there were people as if there was a big wedding in the hotel. The breakfast was good, especially the coffee at breakfast time was absolutely delicious! ...
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Brookland

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 United States Capitol.

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.

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.

Capitol Hill
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Capitol Hill. Check out top attractions like United States Capitol and Folger Shakespeare Library, and jump on the metro at Capitol South Station or Eastern Market Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Washington D.C.
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Washington D.C.. Check out top attractions like Smithsonian Institution and National Museum of Women in the Arts, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.

Penn Quarter
While you're in Penn Quarter, take in top sights like United States Navy Memorial and jump on the metro at Archives Station to see more of the city.

