Southwest Federal Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southwest Federal Center
Popular places to visit
International Spy Museum
Delve into the world of spies, their gadgets and their stories, at this modern museum in the heart of downtown DC.
Museum of the Bible
You can study the exhibits at Museum of the Bible, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
You can study the exhibits at United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's entertainment choices and notable monuments.
L'Enfant Plaza
During your trip to Washington, you can do some window-shopping at L'Enfant Plaza. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Bureau of Engraving and Printing 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.
Bartholdi Fountain
Bartholdi Fountain is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries.
Activities
Washington DC Night-Time City Tour
National Air & Space Museum with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Our pick of the best Southwest Federal Center Hotel Deals
citizenM Washington DC Capitol
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Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG
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Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall
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Salamander Washington DC
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Washington Plaza Hotel
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Omni Shoreham Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Federal Center
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.
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.
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 Capital One Arena and Smithsonian Institution, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
- International Spy Museum
- United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
- National Mall
- White House
- Walter E. Washington Convention Center
- MGM National Harbor Casino
- Arlington National Cemetery
- Smithsonian Institution
- United States Capitol
- Tysons Corner Center
- Smithsonian's National Zoo
- Washington Monument
- Georgetown University
- National Museum of Natural History
- Lincoln Memorial
- National Air and Space Museum
- George Washington's Mount Vernon