Dupont Circle Travel Guide

Tourist 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 notable monuments 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 acclaimed theatre scene 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 great live music and acclaimed art galleries.

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 notable monuments.

Washington D.C. Jewish Community Center

Activities

Essential Smithsonian Tour with NMAAHC Timed Entry

Essential Smithsonian Tour with NMAAHC Timed Entry

AU$90
per adult
Essential Smithsonian Tour with NMAAHC Timed Entry
Private Dupont Circle Walking Tour

Private Dupont Circle Walking Tour

AU$31
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$130
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

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$279 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$279
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (448 reviews)
"Nice hotel. They have complimentary wine hour every day if that’s your thing. They also give you vouchers for a free drink and discounts on the restaurant that’s inside the hotel so thats a plus. Room was generally clean but the beds were only So-so"

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Kimpton Banneker Hotel by IHG
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$223 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$223
27 July - 28 July
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! (1,267 reviews)
"Clean,staff"

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

Holiday Inn Washington-Central/White House by IHG
The Dupont Circle Hotel

The Dupont Circle Hotel

4.5 out of 5
1500 New Hampshire Ave Nw, Washington, DC
The price is AU$378 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
AU$378
19 Aug - 20 Aug
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! (1,679 reviews)
"As a woman I felt safe here. The location, accommodations, and service were perfection."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

The Dupont Circle Hotel
Lyle Washington D.C.

Lyle Washington D.C.

4.5 out of 5
1731 New Hampshire Ave Nw, Washington, DC
The price is AU$399 per night from 25 July to 26 July
AU$399
25 July - 26 July
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! (1,500 reviews)
Large flies in the gym
"Service was good and room was clean and comfortable. The gym, though nice, had a lot of big flies all over the place, many were dead and some flying around. That was disappointing but the room itself was clean and no issues."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Lyle Washington D.C.
Courtyard by Marriott Washington, DC Dupont Circle

Courtyard by Marriott Washington, DC Dupont Circle

3.5 out of 5
1733 N St NW, Washington, DC
The price is AU$253 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$253
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star boutique hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
"It was close to the museums and the White House, and lots of restaurants choices."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Washington, DC Dupont Circle
Washington Plaza Hotel

Washington Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
10 Thomas Circle NW, Washington, DC
The price is AU$191 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$191
17 Aug - 18 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! (4,479 reviews)
"Very nice centrally located rooms a bit small"

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Washington Plaza Hotel
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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 National City Christian Church.

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.
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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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