Brightwood Park Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
National Mall
Washington’s famous strip is teeming with American history in each and every monument and museum that you’ll see.
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.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and shops.
Arlington National Cemetery
A beautiful and vast space, America's most famous military cemetery is a fitting tribute to the nation’s fallen heroes.
University of Maryland, College Park
Explore the campus of University of Maryland, College Park, a top university in College Park. Experience the area's lively festivals and fascinating museums.
Activities
DC Monuments with River Cruise, Cherry Blossoms, Entry Tickets
FBI vs. Bank Robbers Quest Experience in Washington DC Quest
African American Heritage Tour of Washington DC/Free tickets NMAAC
Cherry Blossom DC Tour with 10+ Stops and Optional Tickets
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
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Other neighbourhoods around Brightwood Park
Northwest
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Smithsonian's National Zoo, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.
Upper Northwest
If you're spending time in Upper Northwest, check out sights like Smithsonian's National Zoo or Washington National Cathedral and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Tenleytown Station or Van Ness-UDC 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 National City Christian Church.
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 Union Station Shopping Center.
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.
NoMa
While you're in NoMa, take in top sights like Union Station Shopping Center and jump on the metro at Gallaudet U Station to see more of the city.
- National Mall
- White House
- Smithsonian Institution
- Walter E. Washington Convention Center
- MGM National Harbor Casino
- Arlington National Cemetery
- Smithsonian's National Zoo
- Georgetown University
- Tysons Corner Center
- United States Capitol
- Washington Monument
- Lincoln Memorial
- National Air and Space Museum
- George Washington's Mount Vernon
- National Museum of Natural History
- Pentagon
- Kennedy Center
- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
- Fashion Center at Pentagon City