Dupont Circle Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Dupont Circle featuring a monument and a statue or sculpture
Dupont Circle featuring a monument, a garden and a fountain
Dupont Circle
Dupont Circle featuring a city, heritage architecture and street scenes
Dupont Circle which includes heritage architecture and interior views

Get ready for incredible architecture, restaurants and pubs in Dupont Circle.

This lively neighbourhood is known for its centrepiece—the Dupont Circle Fountain—as well as the prominent Phillips Collection art gallery and a vibrant LGBT community. Don’t miss the Dupont Underground, a network of once-abandoned trolley tunnels that have been resurrected as a trendy art space. Visit Heurich House, where you can tour an 1890s mansion and sample beers under the same roof. Then, laugh your head off at DC Improv, the area’s top comedy club.

Popular places to visit

Cosmos Club

Cosmos Club

You can learn about the history of Washington with a visit to Cosmos Club. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Cosmos Club
Phillips Collection

Phillips Collection

You can study the exhibits at Phillips Collection, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Washington. Discover the area's great live music and shops.

Phillips Collection

Embassy of the Philippines

After visiting Embassy of the Philippines, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Washington. Amble within Chinatown or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Embassy of the Philippines

Embassy of Australia

Embassy of Australia is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.

Embassy of Australia

Mansion on O Street

Learn about the local history of Washington when you spend time at Mansion on O Street. Experience the area's fascinating museums and great live music.

Mansion on O Street

Washington D.C. Jewish Community Center

Washington D.C. Jewish Community Center is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and shops.

Washington D.C. Jewish Community Center

Activities

DC Monuments with River Cruise, Cherry Blossoms, Entry Tickets

DC Monuments with River Cruise, Cherry Blossoms, Entry Tickets

AU$148
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
DC Monuments with River Cruise, Cherry Blossoms, Entry Tickets
Jefferson looking over the Jefferson Building of the Library of Congress

Capitol Hill: Capitol & Library of Congress Small-Group Tour

AU$135
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Capitol Hill: Capitol & Library of Congress Small-Group Tour
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook

No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook

AU$38
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
Capitol Building in Washington DC

One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York

AU$172
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
Smithsonian Highlights Walking Tour w/ Reserved Air & Space Entry

Smithsonian Highlights Walking Tour w/ Reserved Air & Space Entry

AU$120
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Smithsonian Highlights Walking Tour w/ Reserved Air & Space Entry
Guided Capitol Hill Walk with US Capitol & Library of Congress

Guided Capitol Hill Walk with US Capitol & Library of Congress

AU$129
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided Capitol Hill Walk with US Capitol & Library of Congress
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Our pick of the best Dupont Circle Hotel Deals

The Dupont Circle Hotel

The Dupont Circle Hotel

4.5 out of 5
1500 New Hampshire Ave Nw, Washington, DC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$445 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
AU$445
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,752 reviews)
"It was a satisfactory stay. Everything is good. Near 24hour motor sound/noise out of the window should be lowered."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

The Dupont Circle Hotel
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle

4.5 out of 5
2121 P St Nw, Washington, DC
The price is AU$239 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
AU$239
13 Nov - 14 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,304 reviews)
"👌"

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle
Lyle Washington D.C.

Lyle Washington D.C.

4.5 out of 5
1731 New Hampshire Ave Nw, Washington, DC
The price is AU$824 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
AU$824
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,570 reviews)
"Amazing location! Such a cute, walkable neighborhood with plenty of restaurants! Close to everything we want to see. Clean, quiet rooms, excellent staff, wonderful bar! If we go back to DC we will definitely stay at the Lyle!"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Lyle Washington D.C.
Holiday Inn Washington-Central/White House by IHG

Holiday Inn Washington-Central/White House by IHG

3 out of 5
1501 Rhode Island Ave Nw, Washington, DC
The price is AU$213 per night from 14 Nov to 15 Nov
AU$213
14 Nov - 15 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star 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! (1,317 reviews)
"Breakfast is poor. Not fresh."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Washington-Central/White House by IHG
Kimpton Banneker Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Banneker Hotel by IHG

4.5 out of 5
1315 16th St NW, Washington, DC
The price is AU$311 per night from 14 Nov to 15 Nov
AU$311
14 Nov - 15 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (581 reviews)
"Wonderful complimentary drinks."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Kimpton Banneker Hotel by IHG
Dupont Circle Embassy Inn by FOUND

Dupont Circle Embassy Inn by FOUND

2 out of 5
1627 16th Street Northwest, Washington, DC
The price is AU$166 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
AU$166
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Washington. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker, housekeeping, and air conditioning. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.4/10 Good! (391 reviews)
"The rooms were well-kept and the hotel was very convenient to everything around Dupont Circle. There was an issue with the water pressure in my room, amd the staff quickly relocated me to another one. Over all, I was very pleased withbmy stay."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Dupont Circle Embassy Inn by FOUND
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Other neighbourhoods around Dupont Circle

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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.

Connecticut Ave - K Street
Foggy Bottom which includes a memorial, a city and a statue or sculpture

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.

Foggy Bottom
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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.

Logan Circle
Georgetown which includes street scenes, a city and a house

Georgetown

Georgetown is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Georgetown Park or Washington Harbour.

Georgetown
Downtown Washington D.C. showing a city, night scenes and street scenes

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 Capital One Arena and Smithsonian Institution, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Washington D.C.
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

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