Southwest Waterfront Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southwest Waterfront
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 shops or notable monuments 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 shops.
MGM National Harbor Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to MGM National Harbor Casino during your visit to National Harbor? Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its lively bars.
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and shops.
Activities
Washington Capitals Ice Hockey Game at Capital One Arena
George Washington's Mount Vernon Gardens & Grounds Admission
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
National Mall Tour with Cherry Blossoms, Boat Cruise, Tickets
Night of Lincoln Assassination: from White House to Ford Theatre
Our pick of the best Southwest Waterfront Hotel Deals
Washington Plaza Hotel
Excellent bar area, rooms exceptionally clean, staff very friendly. The only thing I didn't like was when I booked through Expedia, it said free breakfast...but the breakfast is not free!
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Room had mold cracks and bubbles in ceiling carpets were gross and baggage staff and carts were totally unavailable at check in no doorman this hotel has gone way down in quality I’ve been staying here since 2016 will never go back after this past stay.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
Very clean, breakfast staff are nice
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Arlo Washington DC
Clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Reserved for king but refused to get one.. location of the rooms was not explained correctly… waited for few minutes at front desk to check in while the the employee was talking on the phone. Chairs and other stuff on the corridor .. Over all not happy
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill
very clean
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Waterfront
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 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.
Southwest
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Southwest. Check out top attractions like Smithsonian Institution and Fort Lesley J McNair, 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.
Capitol Hill
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Capitol Hill. Check out top attractions like Folger Shakespeare Library and Library of Congress, and jump on the metro at Capitol South Station or Eastern Market Station to see more of the city.
Penn Quarter
While you're in Penn Quarter, take in top sights like Sidney Harman Hall and jump on the metro at Archives Station to see more of the city.
