Upper Northwest Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
American University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of American University during your travels in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
Washington National Cathedral
Inside this vast, striking building are richly decorated chapels, important artwork and a stained-glass window that contains a piece of the moon.
Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens
You can browse the exhibits at Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's lively festivals and shops.
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.
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments.
Activities
National Mall Tour with 10+ Stops, Boat Cruise, Entry Tickets
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
Night of Lincoln Assassination: from White House to Ford Theatre
U.S. Capitol and Library of Congress Tour with Rotunda & Crypts
Our pick of the best Upper Northwest Hotel Deals
Glover Park - Georgetown
Staff great, nice to stay here again. Room with great view, amennities, quiet.. everything I needed, though my need are simple. But all satisfied.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Omni Shoreham Hotel
Great old style hotel. The hotel staff even loaned us a wheelchair as a result of an accident before arriving at the Omni. Great people and wonderful service across the board.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Park Hyatt Washington
Very nice and confortable room.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
It was fantastic since I approached the front desk (Steven) until I left. My friend and I lived de room and the restaurant where we celebrate her birthday.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Washington D.C.
Cleanliness, friendly staffs, very reasonable price, and free parking. I don’t waste $300 per night plus $60 parking per day, which is common in Washington DC.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
The manager & staff was amazing
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Northwest
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.
Georgetown
Georgetown is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Washington Harbour or Embassy Row.
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.
Foggy Bottom
Important monuments a university vibe and top sights from Potomac River to Chesapeake and Ohio Canal – discover Foggy Bottom, a destination also famous for its historic sites.
Connecticut Ave - K Street
While you're in Connecticut Ave - K Street, take in top sights like K Street or Black Lives Matter Plaza, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Farragut North Station or Farragut West Station.
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.
