Capitol Hill Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Capitol Hill
Capitol Hill
Capitol Hill
Capitol Hill
Capitol Hill

This neighbourhood boasts the U.S. Capitol, Library of Congress, and enough familiar news backdrops to make your jaw drop.

Capitol Hill is nirvana for political junkies! What’s a bit more surprising about this neighbourhood is the fact that there’s a proper residential community here, complete with tree-lined streets and decades-old mom-and-pop establishments. For more than 150 years, Eastern Market has offered a colourful showcase of baked goods, fruits and veg, flowers, and mouth-watering meats and cheeses. If you’d like more sit-down options, head to Barracks Row, where you’ll find heaps of restaurants to suit any fancy.


Popular places to visit

Activities


Our pick of the best Capitol Hill Hotel Deals

Washington Plaza Hotel

Washington Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
10 Thomas Circle NW, Washington, DC
The price is AU$177 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$177
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,486 reviews)
"Convenient area. You’re near a bunch of restaurants, and bars/ clubs if that’s what you’re into. Only complaint is there are no microwaves on the property lol."

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Washington Plaza Hotel
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

4 out of 5
1001 14th St NW, Washington, DC
The price is AU$217 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$217
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,561 reviews)
"Location was excellent, bar tender and concierge very helpful."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
State Plaza Hotel

State Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
2116 E Street NW, Washington, DC
The price is AU$177 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$177
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,381 reviews)
"Close to everything… walking distance."

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

State Plaza Hotel
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

3.5 out of 5
900 S Orme St, Arlington, VA
The price is AU$154 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
AU$154
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Arlington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,461 reviews)
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Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
citizenM Washington DC Capitol

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

4 out of 5
550 School St SW, Washington, DC
The price is AU$195 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$195
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,697 reviews)
Cozy contemporary art hotel
"Beautiful art hotel, with contemporary design features. Nice bar and environment."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

citizenM Washington DC Capitol
Hotel Arboretum

Hotel Arboretum

2 out of 5
1917 Bladensburg Rd, NE, Washington, DC
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (951 reviews)
"Muy acogedor el hotel"

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Hotel Arboretum
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Capitol Hill

Capitol Hill featuring heritage elements

Southeast

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Southeast. Spend some time visiting top spots like Washington Navy Yard, and catch the metro at Potomac Ave Station or Eastern Market Station to see more of the area.

Southeast
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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.

Navy Yard
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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 Waterfront
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Penn Quarter

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

Penn Quarter
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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 Gangplank Marina.

The Wharf
International Spy Museum which includes interior views

Southwest Federal Center

While you're in Southwest Federal Center, take in top sights like Smithsonian Institution or L'Enfant Plaza, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at L'Enfant Plaza Station or Federal Center Station.

Southwest Federal Center


Capitol Hill Travel Guide

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