Southwest Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Southwest
National Mall which includes a city, a garden and heritage architecture
Jefferson Memorial showing interior views and a memorial
National Air and Space Museum showing interior views
National Air and Space Museum featuring interior views and aircraft

Popular places to visit

National Mall showing an administrative building, heritage architecture and a city

National Mall

4.5/5(22 reviews)

Washington’s famous strip is teeming with American history in each and every monument and museum that you’ll see.

National Mall
National Air and Space Museum showing interior views

National Air and Space Museum

4/5(12 reviews)

Housing the world’s largest collection of air and spacecraft, this museum carries you through the history of flight.

National Air and Space Museum
Tidal Basin

Tidal Basin

Embellished by the pink hues of cherry blossoms in spring, this scenic reservoir is surrounded by memorials to important figures in the development of the nation.

Tidal Basin
International Spy Museum showing a city and street scenes

International Spy Museum

4/5(5 reviews)

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 entertainment choices and notable monuments.

Museum of the Bible
Jefferson Memorial featuring a memorial

Jefferson Memorial

4.5/5(32 reviews)

A warm tribute to one of the US’s earliest and greatest presidents, modelled on Ancient Rome’s Pantheon.

Jefferson Memorial

Activities

Cruise boat with Capitol Building in the background in Washington DC

Spirit of Washington D.C. Signature Lunch Cruise

AU$103
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Spirit of Washington D.C. Signature Lunch Cruise
What's in it will surprise you!

Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket

AU$48
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
Washington DC Outdoor Escape Game Tour: FBI vs. Bank Robbers

FBI vs. Bank Robbers Quest Experience in Washington DC Quest

AU$17
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
FBI vs. Bank Robbers Quest Experience in Washington DC Quest
Aboard the Odyssey of Washington cruise ship at night in Washington DC

Odyssey Washington D.C. Premier 3-Course Dinner Cruise with Live Band

AU$268
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Odyssey Washington D.C. Premier 3-Course Dinner Cruise with Live Band
Boat Tour & Sunset Cruise Washington DC

Boat Tour & Sunset Cruise Washington DC

AU$241
per adult
Boat Tour & Sunset Cruise Washington DC
Natural History Museum

Smithsonian Museums Walking Tour with Reserved Air & Space Entry

AU$143
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Smithsonian Museums Walking Tour with Reserved Air & Space Entry
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Our pick of the best Southwest Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
550 C St SW, Washington, DC
The price is AU$217 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
AU$217
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,626 reviews)
"Close to metro station"

Reviewed on 14 Feb. 2025

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall, an IHG Hotel
citizenM Washington DC Capitol
citizenM Washington DC Capitol
4 out of 5
550 School St SW, Washington, DC
The price is AU$199 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
AU$199
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
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! (2,386 reviews)
"always a fun and unique stay"

Reviewed on 11 Feb. 2025

citizenM Washington DC Capitol
Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf
Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf
3.5 out of 5
725 Wharf Street SW, Washington, DC
The price is AU$319 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
AU$319
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,461 reviews)
Wonderful hotel in great location!
"This is our annual stay at Hyatt House for shows at The Anthem and we love it here. The staff are wonderful and always so helpful. The rooms are spacious and we love that we have kitchens with full sized fridges so we can bring drinks and snacks with us for the weekend. Parking is expensive but that's ..."

Reviewed on 14 Feb. 2025

Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf
InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf, an IHG Hotel
InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf, an IHG Hotel
5 out of 5
801 Wharf Street SW, Washington, DC
The price is AU$447 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$447
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Out stay was fantastic. My wife loved those roses."

Reviewed on 11 Feb. 2025

InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf, an IHG Hotel
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$261 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
AU$261
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,420 reviews)
"We really like our stay in Hyatt Place! Recommended for all. Will be back"

Reviewed on 14 Feb. 2025

Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall
Salamander Washington DC
Salamander Washington DC
5 out of 5
1330 Maryland Ave, SW, Washington, DC
The price is AU$821 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
AU$821
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Overall, a wonderful property. There are clear maintenance deficiencies throughout the property. There was a large blower outside of my room attempting to dry the hallway carpet from a water leak. The smell from the blower was quite naturally unpleasant. The sink in the bathroom didn’t drain. However, ..."

Reviewed on 15 Feb. 2025

Salamander Washington DC
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Other neighbourhoods around Southwest

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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 The Municipal Fish Market at The Wharf.

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
International Spy Museum featuring interior views

Southwest Federal Center

While you're in Southwest Federal Center, take in top sights like National Mall or Smithsonian Institution, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at L'Enfant Plaza Station or Federal Center Station.

Southwest Federal Center
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Navy Yard

While you're in Navy Yard, take in top sights like The Yards Park and jump on the metro at Navy Yard Station to see more of the city.

Navy Yard
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Crystal City

3.5/5(7 area reviews)

If you're looking to experience the neighbourhood, Crystal City is well-known for its popular shops. Explore top sights in the area like Synetic Theater and get around town on the metro at Crystal City Station.

Crystal City
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Penn Quarter

While you're in Penn Quarter, take in top sights like FBI Headquarters and jump on the metro at Archives Station to see more of the city.

Penn Quarter

Southwest Travel Guide

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