Potomac West Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Potomac West
Popular places to visit
White House
Explore the home and workplace of the president of the United States. See entertainment areas and state rooms and learn about the history of this famous building.
National Mall
Washington’s famous strip is teeming with American history in each and every monument and museum that you’ll see.
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Walter E. Washington Convention Center, a top convention centre in Washington. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
Nationals Park
Catch an event at Nationals Park during your trip to Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
MGM National Harbor Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to MGM National Harbor Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in National Harbor? Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its lively bars.
Activities
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Washington DC Small-Group Sightseeing Experience
Smithsonian "Big 3" Highlights Tour (Air & Space Entry Included)
Our pick of the best Potomac West Hotel Deals
Washington Plaza Hotel
"From check-in to check-out, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The receptionist, Asia, was incredibly accommodating and made us feel welcome immediately. The room was comfortable and the pool and gym were solid. The property is dated, but well maintained. We’d stay again."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
The Watermark Hotel
"Me and my boyfriend truly enjoyed ourselves we will be back again very soon"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
"The room was very clean and everything was better than expected."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Harborside Hotel
"Best part was shuttle to Gaylord National Harbor."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Arlo Washington DC
"Beautiful"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Glover Park - Georgetown
"The room was clean and check in staff very polite. Check out staff was a little rude when i informed her that an era was done with my check out rate. But things was taken care of by manager. All in all my stay was pleasant."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Potomac West
Crystal City
Visitors to Crystal City love its popular shops, and you can check out Bowlero Arlington and Synetic Theater. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Crystal City Station.
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.
Southwest
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Southwest. Check out top attractions like Smithsonian Institution and United States Capitol, and jump on the metro at Waterfront Station or L'Enfant Plaza Station to see more of the city.
The Wharf
You'll enjoy the restaurants and riverfront in The Wharf. You might want to make time for a stop at The Anthem or Gangplank Marina.
Southwest Waterfront
While you're in Southwest Waterfront, take in top sights like Arena Stage and jump on the metro at Waterfront Station to see more of the city.
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.
