Washington D.C. is a living history book. America's past and present are honored across the many in attractions and monuments on display in the city. Where else in the country can you get catch a glimpse of a 19-foot President Lincoln and step foot in the most important residence in the country?
Washington D.C. provides a lesson in history for all of its visitors. You can read the original US Constitution, view critically-acclaimed art, and sit at the foot of the Washington Monument.
Where to Stay
The city's list of important attractions to see is long, to say the least. You need to be based in the city-center to maximize the time you can spend exploring. The Carlyle Suites, an elegant eco-friendly hotel, or Hotel Palomar, a refined downtown boutique hotel, are fantastic options. Both of these luxurious properties are located in the historic district of Dupont Circle.
This area puts you in close to the most famous address in the world, the White House. Tours of the iconic, political landmark can be arranged ahead of time and there are plenty of other attractions to explore in the meantime.
Sights you mustn't miss
The National Gallery of Art, the US Botanical Gardens and the US Holocaust Memorial Museum should be among the top of your must-see list. Reserving a room at the Savoy Suites in Georgetown will give you easy access to all of these.
If you want to show your kids the most important structures in Washington D.C., start at the National Mall where you can experience the Thomas Jefferson and World War II Memorials. And nobody should miss the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial.
Nature and animal lovers will want to visit the National Zoo, which is located in an area brimming with great hotels like the Embassy Suites D.C. Metro. If you're looking for an eco-friendly hotel, book into the Hotel Monaco. This luxurious boutique hotel also puts you close to the Smithsonian National Air & Space Museum.
Every attraction in Washington D.C. has importance and significance in America's past and present. There's too much to see everything in one trip, so rather than rushing, save some for your next trip.
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Our recommendations in Washington
Residence Inn by Marriott Washington, DC/Dupont Circle
Located in Washington's Dupont Circle neighborhood, Residence Inn by Marriott Washington, DC/Dupont Circle is in the city center and near a metro station. White House and Lincoln Memorial are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit CityCenterDC and Union Station Shopping Center. Check out an event or a game at Capital One Arena, and consider making time for Smithsonian's National Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Our guests love the property's quiet location.
Washington Plaza Hotel
In the city center and near a metro station, Washington Plaza is in an area with good shopping. International Spy Museum and National Museum of American History are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include White House and Washington Monument. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Capital One Arena or Nationals Park. Our guests appreciate the hotel's central location.
Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle
Located in Washington's Dupont Circle neighborhood, Kimpton Hotel Palomar Washington DC is in the city center and near a metro station. Kennedy Center and International Spy Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include White House and Lincoln Memorial. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Capital One Arena or Nationals Park. Our guests appreciate the hotel's convenience to public transportation: Dupont Circle Station is 4 minutes by foot and Farragut North Station is 12 minutes.
Kimpton Banneker Hotel, an IHG Hotel
Located in Washington's Embassy Row neighborhood, Kimpton Rouge Hotel is in the city center and near a metro station. White House and Washington Monument are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit CityCenterDC and Union Station Shopping Center. Check out an event or a game at Capital One Arena, and consider making time for Smithsonian's National Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.
Glover Park Hotel Georgetown
Located in Washington's Woodley Park neighborhood, Kimpton Glover Park Hotel is in the business district and near a metro station. Washington National Cathedral and White House are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit CityCenterDC and Union Station Shopping Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Capital One Arena or Nationals Park.
The Normandy Hotel
Located in Washington's Dupont Circle neighborhood, The Normandy Hotel is near a metro station. Kennedy Center and International Spy Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include White House and Washington National Cathedral. Check out an event or a game at Capital One Arena, and consider making time for Smithsonian's National Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Our guests love the hotel's quiet location.
The St. Gregory Hotel
Located in Washington's Dupont Circle neighborhood, The St. Gregory Hotel is in the historical district and near the airport. White House and Lincoln Memorial are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit CityCenterDC and Union Station Shopping Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Capital One Arena or Nationals Park. Our guests appreciate the hotel's location for the sightseeing.
The Baron Hotel
Located in Washington's Dupont Circle neighborhood, The Baron Hotel is in the city center and near a metro station. White House and Lincoln Memorial are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit CityCenterDC and Union Station Shopping Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Capital One Arena or Nationals Park. Our guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing. It's also convenient to public transportation: Dupont Circle Station is 5 minutes by foot and Foggy Bottom Station is 14 minutes.
Dupont Circle Embassy Inn by FOUND
In the city center, Dupont Circle Embassy Inn by FOUND is in Washington's Dupont Circle neighborhood, a walkable area with good shopping. White House and Washington Monument are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit CityCenterDC and Union Station Shopping Center. Check out an event or a game at Capital One Arena, and consider making time for Smithsonian's National Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Our guests appreciate the hotel's convenience to public transportation: Dupont Circle Station is 10 minutes by foot and U Street Station is 13 minutes.