Visit Southwest Waterfront
Popular places to visit
White House
Find out about the history of White House, one of the top monuments in Washington. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
National Mall
National Mall 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 fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's entertainment choices and notable monuments.
United States Capitol
United States Capitol 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 entertainment choices and notable monuments.
Arlington National Cemetery
Find out about the history of Washington with a stop at Arlington National Cemetery. Discover the area's acclaimed art scene and notable monuments.
Georgetown University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Georgetown University as part of your travels around Washington. Experience the area's great live music and fascinating museums.
Things to do
Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
George Washington's Mount Vernon Gardens & Grounds Admission
Full Day: City Tour with 10 Stops, Boat Cruise, Admission Tickets
City Cruises Washington DC: Signature Lunch Cruise
Capitol Hill Tour with US Capitol & Library of Congress Admission
Southwest Waterfront Hotel Deals
Washington Plaza Hotel
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol
Glover Park - Georgetown
Salamander Washington DC
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Other neighborhoods around Southwest Waterfront
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.
Southwest
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.
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.
Southwest Federal Center
If you're spending time in Southwest Federal Center, check out sights like Smithsonian Institution or L'Enfant Plaza and hop on the metro to see more the city at L'Enfant Plaza Station or Federal Center Station.
Capitol Hill
Historic and densely populated, this neighborhood boasts the Capitol, Supreme Court, and Library of Congress. Stroll along Pennsylvania Avenue, shop at Eastern Market, or explore Barracks Row's vibrant commercial scene.
Penn Quarter
While you're in Penn Quarter, take in top sights like United States Navy Memorial and jump on the metro at Archives Station to see more of the city.
Southwest Waterfront, DC
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- Arena Stage
- U.S.S. Sequoia Presidential Yacht
- Benjamin Banneker Park
- Amidon-Greenleaf Playground
- Titanic Memorial
- White House
- National Mall
- Walter E. Washington Convention Center
- Smithsonian Institution
- MGM National Harbor Casino
- United States Capitol
- Tysons Corner Center
- Arlington National Cemetery
- Georgetown University
- University of Maryland
- Capital One Arena
- Union Station Shopping Center
- Nationals Park
- Smithsonian's National Zoo
- National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Washington Navy Yard
- Lincoln Memorial
- George Washington University
- Fair Oaks Mall
- Washington Monument
- Pentagon
- National Air and Space Museum
- Northwest Stadium
- George Mason University
- National Museum of Natural History
- Fort Myer