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 acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices.
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.
United States Navy Memorial
Learn about the local history of Washington with a stop at United States Navy Memorial. Experience the area's fascinating museums and entertainment choices.
Shakespeare Theatre Company
Enjoy a show at Shakespeare Theatre Company, a storied theater in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums.
Lansburgh Theatre
Get tickets for a show at Lansburgh Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Washington. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.
Things to do
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Cherry Blossoms, Boat Cruise, Tickets
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
Penn Quarter Hotel Deals
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
The front desk was really nice the made the stay perfect. The hotel is older but when you have nice staff it makes all the difference. Location is great l.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
The room was okay, but the sheet on the bed had a hole in it. The hotel indicated they were close to the train or Marta Station, but if you don’t have a car, the walk was miles away. The cable went out several times during our stay, and the food at the restaurant was not good especially for the prices. ...
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Arlo Washington DC
The location to Capital One Arena was the nest I could’ve booked. Rooms clean. Lobby and staff fantastic.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill
Great common areas. Starbucks on site.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
The only thing that was good was the restaurant and the staff that catered to us there. The receptionists were anything but hospitable.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
citizenM Washington DC NoMa
The hotel was very clean, comfortable, and the staff was friendly and helpful throughout the stay. The location was convenient, and overall the experience was enjoyable. My only concern is that the price has gone up quite a bit, and it is starting to feel a little too pricey for regular stays.
Reviewed on Apr 9, 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.
