Southwest Federal Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southwest Federal Center
Popular places to visit
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 fascinating museums and shops.
International Spy Museum
Delve into the world of spies, their gadgets and their stories, at this modern museum in the heart of downtown DC.
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 acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices.
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 fascinating museums 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
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Cherry Blossoms, Boat Cruise, Tickets
Smithsonian "Big 3" Highlights Tour (Air & Space Entry Included)
US Capitol & Library of Congress Tour with Supreme Court Exterior
Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour
Night of Lincoln Assassination: from White House to Ford Theatre
Our pick of the best Southwest Federal Center Hotel Deals
citizenM Washington DC Capitol
Clean room, great vibes
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Salamander Washington DC
No service, dirty room, broken phone
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG
The staff was nice and the room was clean. It was very close to the sites we wanted to visit.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf
The room was nice and spacious. Rooms were cleaned and restocked each day. I loved the central location with so many great things in walking distance. It was a quick walk to The Wharf for dinner options and a quick walk to many tourist spots. There is also a stop for the hop on, hop off bus right ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
Everything was very good, the attention, the food, the room service, is really close to everything!!
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Clean and quiet room. Elevators are slow and often overcrowded.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
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 The Municipal Fish Market at The Wharf.
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 Ford's Theater and jump on the metro at Archives 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.
Navy Yard
While you're in Navy Yard, take in top sights like Washington Navy Yard and jump on the metro at Navy Yard Station to see more of the city.
