Ivy City Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Gallaudet University
Explore the campus of Gallaudet University during your visit to Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments.
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.
United States Capitol
Sitting on top of Capitol Hill is a Washington landmark that’s been the home of American democracy for more than 200 years.
Union Station Shopping Center
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Union Station Shopping Center, a popular shopping spot in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
Activities
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Potomac River Cruise, Entry Tickets
Spirit of Washington D.C. Signature Lunch Cruise
Odyssey Washington D.C. Premier 3-Course Dinner Cruise with Live Band
African American Heritage Tour of Washington DC/Free tickets NMAAC
FBI vs. Bank Robbers Quest Experience in Washington DC Quest
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Other neighbourhoods around Ivy City
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.
Near Northeast
While you're in Near Northeast, take in top sights like Union Station Shopping Center or Smithsonian Institution, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at H Street & 5th Street Northeast Tram Stop or H St & 3rd St NE Stop.
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.
Southeast
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Southeast. Spend some time visiting top spots like Marine Barracks, and catch the metro at Potomac Ave Station or Eastern Market Station to see more of the area.
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 Smithsonian Institution and Capital One Arena, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center 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.