NoMa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Union Station Shopping Center
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Union Station Shopping Center, a popular shopping spot in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
Columbus Circle
Find out about the history of Washington with a stop at Columbus Circle. Experience the area's fascinating museums and entertainment choices.
National Postal Museum
You can study the exhibits at National Postal Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and shops.
American Legion Freedom Bell
Find out about the history of Washington when you take a trip to American Legion Freedom Bell. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
University of the District of Columbia Community College
Walk around the campus at University of the District of Columbia Community College during your visit to Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Ceres Statue
Find out about the history of Washington when you spend time at Ceres Statue. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Activities
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets
US Capitol & Library of Congress Tour with Supreme Court, Senate
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour
Smithsonian "Big 3" Highlights Tour (Air & Space Entry Included)
Our pick of the best NoMa Hotel Deals
citizenM Washington, D.C. NoMa
This is the 2nd time I've stayed at CitizenM DC Noma due to its location that is near Congress/Union Station, and because it's a nice hotel. I've traveled solo both times I've stayed here and the size of the rooms are fitting for one person due to how compact they are but big enough to have a comfortable ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol
The property was well maintained. However, the hotel store was always lacking in merchandise. Our room the bathroom sink was clogged. They did come and fix it. However, once the sink was fixed then the shower drain clogged up. Very disappointed that your entertainment center on your TV did not provide ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Courtyard Washington, DC/U.S. Capitol
It was fine. I was only there for one night. I like the fact that check-out is at 12 pm. That gave us time to relax a little and enjoy breakfast without having to feel so rushed.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Hyatt Place Washington DC/US Capitol
They do not clean the rooms and when you ask they act like you’re crazy for asking. And phone in the room was not working place appears to be falling apart.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
Good location. Reasonably priced. Rooms could use an update but overall I would stay again for a business stay.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Nice clean room and the hotel amenities great as well as nearby restaurants
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around NoMa
Capitol Hill
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Capitol Hill. Check out top attractions like United States Capitol and Folger Shakespeare Library, and jump on the metro at Capitol South Station or Eastern Market 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.
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 Smithsonian Institution and National Museum of Women in the Arts, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.
Logan Circle
A noteworthy feature of Logan Circle is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Mary McLeod Bethune Council House and Studio Theatre.
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.
Southeast
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Southeast. Spend some time visiting top spots like Nationals Park, and catch the metro at Potomac Ave Station or Eastern Market Station to see more of the area.
