Colonial Village Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Colonial Village
Popular places to visit
National Mall
Washington’s famous strip is teeming with American history in each and every monument and museum that you’ll see.
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.
Arlington National Cemetery
A beautiful and vast space, America's most famous military cemetery is a fitting tribute to the nation’s fallen heroes.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
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.
University of Maryland, College Park
Explore the campus of University of Maryland, College Park, a top university in College Park. Experience the area's fascinating museums and lively festivals.
Activities
DC Monuments with River Cruise, Cherry Blossoms, Entry Tickets
Spirit of Washington D.C. Signature Lunch Cruise
Washington DC Monuments by Moonlight Night Trolley Tour
African American Heritage Tour of Washington DC/Free tickets NMAAC
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
Our pick of the best Colonial Village Hotel Deals
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
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Washington Plaza Hotel
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Hotel Arboretum
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citizenM Washington DC Capitol
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Holiday Inn Express Washington DC Downtown by IHG
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State Plaza Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Colonial Village
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.
Shaw
Visitors often come to Shaw for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Howard Theatre and Carter G. Woodson Residence. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Shaw Station.
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.
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.
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.
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.
- National Mall
- White House
- Walter E. Washington Convention Center
- MGM National Harbor Casino
- Arlington National Cemetery
- Smithsonian Institution
- United States Capitol
- Smithsonian's National Zoo
- Tysons Corner Center
- Georgetown University
- Washington Monument
- National Museum of Natural History
- National Air and Space Museum
- Lincoln Memorial
- Pentagon
- Kennedy Center
- Fashion Center at Pentagon City
- International Spy Museum
