Downtown Washington D.C. Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Washington D.C.
Popular places to visit
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Smithsonian American Art Museum
With one of the world’s largest and most extensive collections of U.S. art, this museum summarizes the American experience from a variety of viewpoints.
National Gallery of Art
As classic as it looks, this building contains a huge assortment of the world’s treasures. Immerse yourself in collections for all tastes.
CityCenterDC
During your visit to Washington, you can enjoy retail therapy at CityCenterDC. Experience the area's fascinating museums and great live music.
Ford's Theater
Enjoy a performance at Ford's Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
National Archives
You can browse the exhibits at National Archives, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and shops.
Activities
DC Monuments with River Cruise, Cherry Blossoms, Entry Tickets
African American Heritage Tour of Washington DC/Free tickets NMAAC
White House, National Mall Capital Highlight and Lincoln Memorial
See DC In A Day: Guided Small Group Ultimate Day Tour
Our pick of the best Downtown Washington D.C. Hotel Deals
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
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Washington Plaza Hotel
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Hotel Lombardy
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Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center
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Holiday Inn Express Washington DC Downtown by IHG
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Hotel Washington
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Washington D.C.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Foggy Bottom
Important monuments a university vibe and top sights from Potomac River to Chesapeake and Ohio Canal – discover Foggy Bottom, a destination also famous for its historic sites.
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.
Downtown Washington D.C. Travel Guide
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