Penn Quarter Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Penn Quarter
Popular places to visit
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.
FBI Headquarters
After visiting FBI Headquarters, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Sidney Harman Hall
Get tickets for a show at Sidney Harman Hall, a popular theatre in Washington. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Shakespeare Theatre Company
Get tickets for a show at Shakespeare Theatre Company, a popular theatre in Washington. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries.
Navy Memorial & Naval Heritage Center
Find out about the history of Washington when you spend time at Navy Memorial & Naval Heritage Center. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
United States Navy Memorial
Learn about the local history of Washington when you take a trip to United States Navy Memorial. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
Activities
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
Washington DC Small-Group Sightseeing Experience
Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour
Smithsonian "Big 3" Highlights Tour (Air & Space Entry Included)
Night of Lincoln Assassination: from White House to Ford Theatre
Our pick of the best Penn Quarter Hotel Deals
Riggs Washington DC
"Well maintained"
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
"Staff was very nice and the hotel was located close to everything you would like to see while visiting DC"
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
"Great location. Quiet room. Excellent bed. Front desk team is very helpful. The bar was closed at 9:30pm which I found unusual for a downtown DC hotel. Overall a good option!"
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
The Watermark Hotel
"Room was upgraded and we were very satisfied. Very clean and the staff was very attentive."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
"It was so difficult to get to the room"
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Salamander Washington DC
"Clean resort with family feel. The staff took care of my guest and I and went above expectations. Will definitely recommend and frequent again"
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Penn Quarter
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.
Northwest
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and National Museum of African American History and Culture, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.
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.
Old Town Alexandria
Take time in Old Town Alexandria to visit attractions like Athenaeum and Alexandria City Hall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at King Street Station to see more of the city.
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.
