Dupont Circle Travel Guide

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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 notable monuments.

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 art galleries and notable monuments.

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 entertainment choices and shops.

Washington D.C. Jewish Community Center

Activities

Washington DC Embassy Row: At your leisure & pace. Downloadable audiovisual tour

Washington DC Embassy Row: At your leisure & pace. Downloadable audiovisual tour

AU$23
per adult
Washington DC Embassy Row: At your leisure & pace. Downloadable audiovisual tour
Private Dupont Circle Walking Tour

Private Dupont Circle Walking Tour

AU$30
per adult
Private Dupont Circle Walking Tour
Could we use a man like Herbert Hoover again?

Residences of the Presidentses Walking Tour: Dupont & Kalorama

AU$38
per adult
Residences of the Presidentses Walking Tour: Dupont & Kalorama
Embassy Row Spy Tour

Spy History Walking Tour On Embassy Row with a Former CIA officer

AU$129
per adult
Spy History Walking Tour On Embassy Row with a Former CIA officer
Indian Embassy on Embassy Row Tour in DC

Historic Embassy Row & Dupont Circle (2 Hour Walking Tour)

AU$75
per adult
Historic Embassy Row & Dupont Circle (2 Hour Walking Tour)
Turkish Ambassador's Residence

DC's Dupont Circle & Embassy Row Architecture Walking Tour

AU$73
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
DC's Dupont Circle & Embassy Row Architecture Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Dupont Circle Hotel Deals

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$268 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
AU$268
1 Oct - 2 Oct
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! (1,308 reviews)
"My weekend stay in Washington D.C was just a fun getaway for me and the Mr! I would say the front staff are very helpful the extra pay in hotel fees are ridiculous but i understand inflation and where we are located! Luckily parking on the street was free that weekend so we had no problems packing ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

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

Lyle Washington D.C.

4.5 out of 5
1731 New Hampshire Ave Nw, Washington, DC
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! (1,547 reviews)
"Helpful staff, restaurant and bar on site very good."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

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Lyle Washington D.C.
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$438 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$438
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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! (1,734 reviews)
"Exellent"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

The Dupont Circle Hotel
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$343 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$343
5 Oct - 6 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 helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (556 reviews)
"Staff VERY friendly. Need a lower $ breakfast choice. Nice rm & bed. Extremely noisy from outside, hard to sleep. Bathroom way too dim. Shower pressure way too low. No coffee in room, no iron in room unless you ask. Wait staff gets distracted easily. Cannot access rooftop bar which was only reason ..."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

Kimpton Banneker Hotel by IHG
Tabard Inn

Tabard Inn

3 out of 5
1739 N Street NW, Washington, DC
The price is AU$239 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
AU$239
3 Oct - 4 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
"Lovely inn designed with character and managed by a friendly, helpful staff. Delicious breakfast at restaurant. Walkable to Metro. A great find!"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

Tabard Inn
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$164 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$164
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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! (372 reviews)
"We loved our short stay. Information provided to get into building & room was perfect… bed was super comfy. Chris always greeted us with a smile & a hello. Great advice on dining locations."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 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

4.5/5(21 area reviews)

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

5/5(5 area reviews)

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.

4.5/5(95 area reviews)

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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