Takoma Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 entertainment choices and notable monuments.
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's great live music and shops.
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 City Tour with 10 Stops, Boat Cruise, Cherry Blossoms, Tickets
George Washington's Mount Vernon Gardens & Grounds Admission
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
Night of Lincoln Assassination: from White House to Ford Theatre
VIP National Archives Skip-The-Line Guided Tour 6 ppl Max
Our pick of the best Takoma Hotel Deals
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Pretty great
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
clean rooms, excellent staff
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
citizenM Washington DC NoMa
Rooms were very nice & staff were helpful and nice ! I’ll be back I love it there !
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Washington D.C.
Clean room, except for the smoke smell. Friendly staff & clean lobby.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Hotel Washington
Yes
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Arlo Washington DC
We had an Absolutely beautiful stay. Very clean hotel great location and the staff was wonderful! We would definitely stay there again. Traveled with my husband and 2 kids.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Takoma
Northwest
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Capital One Arena, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.
Shaw
Visitors often come to Shaw for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Howard Theatre and Carter G. Woodson Residence. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Shaw Station.
Northeast
Northeast is a destination travellers like for its monuments, and you might hop aboard the metro at Rhode Island Ave. Station or Brookland-CUA Station to explore sights like Smithsonian Institution.
Logan Circle
A noteworthy feature of Logan Circle is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Studio Theatre and Mary McLeod Bethune Council House.
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.
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.
