Penn Quarter, DC
Washington
Visit Penn Quarter
Popular places to visit
Ford's Theater
Enjoy a performance at Ford's Theater, a theater with a story to tell in Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
FBI Headquarters
After visiting FBI Headquarters, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Washington. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene.
Sidney Harman Hall
Get tickets for a show at Sidney Harman Hall, a storied theater in Washington. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
Navy Memorial & Naval Heritage Center
Find out about the history of Washington when you spend time at Navy Memorial & Naval Heritage Center. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Shakespeare Theatre Company
Enjoy a show at Shakespeare Theatre Company, a storied theater in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices.
United States Navy Memorial
Learn about the local history of Washington with a stop at United States Navy Memorial. Experience the area's entertainment choices and fascinating museums.
Things to do
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
US Capitol & Library of Congress Tour with Supreme Court, Senate
Smithsonian Natural History with Expert Guide
Penn Quarter Hotel Deals
Riggs Washington DC
"It is the best location in the city."
Reviewed on May 22, 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
"Nice hotel for the price. Parking is an additional charge and is kind of small."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
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Reviewed on May 22, 2026
The Watermark Hotel
"First time stay and I enjoyed it. Breakfast was good, clean, & friendly staff. Metro accessible and Wegmans is walkable. Will be back"
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
Harborside Hotel
"The Harborside was a great living experience it reminded me of the Hyatt in National Harbor Maryland excellent service well maintained l will stay again."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
Arlo Washington DC
"Clean room. Small space but cozy and good amenities. Gym is awesome. Location is great."
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Penn Quarter
Downtown Washington D.C.
Central business district boasting Penn Quarter, Chinatown, and CityCenterDC, with a variety of bars, restaurants, and theaters. Explore historic sites like Lafayette Square and enjoy diverse dining options such as Fogo de Chão and Old Ebbitt Grill.
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.
NoMa
While you're in NoMa, take in top sights like Union Station Shopping Center and jump on the metro at Gallaudet U Station to see more of the city.
Logan Circle
Logan Circle is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Studio Theatre and Mary McLeod Bethune Council House, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Washington.
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 the city at Farragut North Station or Farragut West Station.
Shaw
Visitors often come to Shaw for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Howard Theatre and Carter G. Woodson Residence. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Shaw Station.
