Northwest 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.

Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's great live music and shops.

Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's entertainment choices and notable monuments.

George Washington University
Explore the campus of George Washington University, a top university in Washington. Discover the area's entertainment choices and notable monuments.

Smithsonian's National Zoo
Why not see the exotic and native animals who call Smithsonian's National Zoo home during your travels in Washington? Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries.

Georgetown University
Explore the campus of Georgetown University during your visit to Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and great live music.
Activities

DC Monuments with River Cruise, Cherry Blossoms, Entry Tickets

FBI vs. Bank Robbers Quest Experience in Washington DC Quest

No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook

African American Heritage Tour of Washington DC/Free tickets NMAAC

Washington DC National Monuments by Moonlight Trolley Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Northwest

Upper Northwest
If you're spending time in Upper Northwest, check out sights like Washington National Cathedral or Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Tenleytown Station or Van Ness-UDC Station.

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.

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.

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.

Connecticut Ave - K Street
While you're in Connecticut Ave - K Street, take in top sights like National Geographic Museum or K Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Farragut North Station or Farragut West 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.
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