Southwest Federal Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

International Spy Museum which includes interior views
International Spy Museum featuring interior views
International Spy Museum which includes interior views
Southwest Federal Center
International Spy Museum featuring signage and interior views

Popular places to visit

International Spy Museum showing a city and street scenes

International Spy Museum

Delve into the world of spies, their gadgets and their stories, at this modern museum in the heart of downtown DC.

International Spy Museum
Museum of the Bible

Museum of the Bible

You can study the exhibits at Museum of the Bible, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Washington. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.

Museum of the Bible
L'Enfant Plaza

L'Enfant Plaza

During your trip to Washington, you can do some window-shopping at L'Enfant Plaza. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries.

L'Enfant Plaza
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

You can study the exhibits at United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.

United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
Bureau of Engraving and Printing

Bureau of Engraving and Printing

Bureau of Engraving and Printing is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.

Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Bartholdi Fountain

Bartholdi Fountain

Bartholdi Fountain is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries.

Bartholdi Fountain

Activities

National Air & Space Museum with Self-Guided Audio Tour

National Air & Space Museum with Self-Guided Audio Tour

AU$15
per traveller
National Air & Space Museum with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Washington DC Bike Rental

Washington DC National Mall Bike Rentals

AU$32
per adult
Washington DC National Mall Bike Rentals
US Capitol building East side

Washington DC Night-Time City Tour

AU$106
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Washington DC Night-Time City Tour
Capitol building.

Washington, D.C. Day-Time City Tour

AU$121
per adult
Washington, D.C. Day-Time City Tour
White House.

VIP Private Tour of Washington DC

AU$1,119
per traveller
VIP Private Tour of Washington DC
Washington DC eBike Rentals

Washington DC eBike Rentals

AU$65
per adult
Washington DC eBike Rentals
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Our pick of the best Southwest Federal Center Hotel Deals

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

4 out of 5
550 School St SW, Washington, DC
The price is AU$227 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
AU$227
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,822 reviews)
"This hotel is nice and clean. It’s a small room but perfectly comfortable for sleeping."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

citizenM Washington DC Capitol
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

3 out of 5
550 C St SW, Washington, DC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$275 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$275
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,916 reviews)
"The hotel was perfectly located for seeing DC. Rick the was fantastic helping us with tours and sightseeing. All of the staff was welcoming and super helpful. Planning another visit next year."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG
Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall

Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall

3 out of 5
400 E Street SW, Washington, DC
The price is AU$298 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
AU$298
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,585 reviews)
"Stay was nice. Water pressure in room could be stronger. Would be nice to have higher toilets seemed very low."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall
Salamander Washington DC

Salamander Washington DC

5 out of 5
1330 Maryland Ave, SW, Washington, DC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$565 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$565
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Service was excellent."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

Salamander Washington DC
Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf

Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf

4 out of 5
480 L'Enfant Plaza, Washington, DC
The price is AU$345 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
AU$345
3 Oct - 4 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,234 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay very clean hotel with dining options"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

4 out of 5
1001 14th St NW, Washington, DC
The price is AU$331 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
AU$331
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,794 reviews)
"The Hotel is beautiful, extremely clean , quiet and it is located in a perfect area to walk and know places . The staff is very nice and professional. We are very satisfied with our stay ! Recommend this hotel 100%"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
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Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Federal Center

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The Wharf

You'll enjoy the restaurants and riverfront in The Wharf. You might want to make time for a stop at The Anthem or Gangplank Marina.

The Wharf
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Southwest Waterfront

While you're in Southwest Waterfront, take in top sights like Arena Stage and jump on the metro at Waterfront Station to see more of the city.

Southwest Waterfront
Downtown Washington D.C. showing a city, night scenes and street scenes

Downtown Washington D.C.

4.5/5(95 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Washington D.C.
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Capitol Hill

4/5(34 area reviews)

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.

Capitol Hill
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Southwest

4.5/5(9 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Southwest. Check out top attractions like Smithsonian Institution and United States Capitol, and jump on the metro at Waterfront Station or L'Enfant Plaza Station to see more of the city.

Southwest
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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.

Navy Yard

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