Popular places to visit
Glen Echo Park
Explore the great outdoors at Glen Echo Park, a lovely green space in Washington. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
National Mall
Inspiring architecture, magnificent museums and the icons of American history await on Washington’s famous two-mile (three-kilometer) strip.
White House
Explore the home and workplace of the president of the United States. See entertainment areas and state rooms and learn about the history of this famous building.
National Air and Space Museum
Heaven for aviation enthusiasts, this museum takes you on an uplifting journey through the history of flight and space travel.
Smithsonian's National Zoo
Why not visit the animals who live at Smithsonian's National Zoo and see why this is a favorite attraction in Washington? Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.
National Museum of African American History and Culture
National Museum of African American History and Culture is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Things to do
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Potomac River Cruise, Entry Tickets
African American Heritage Tour of Washington DC/Free tickets NMAAC
Spirit of Washington D.C. Signature Lunch Cruise
Washington DC National Monuments by Moonlight Trolley Tour
Odyssey Washington D.C. Premier 3-Course Dinner Cruise with Live Band
Washington, DC: ARTECHOUSE Immersive Art Experience Ticket
Glen Echo Hotel Deals
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Other neighborhoods around Glen Echo
Upper Northwest
While you're in Upper Northwest, take in top sights like Smithsonian's National Zoo or Washington National Cathedral, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Tenleytown Station or Van Ness-UDC Station.
Northwest
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and National Mall, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.
Georgetown
Georgetown is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Georgetown Waterfront Park and Washington Harbour while you're in town.
Rosslyn
The ample dining options and prominent monuments are just a few popular features of the neighborhood. Make a stop by Freedom Park or Dark Star Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Rosslyn Station to get around town.
Foggy Bottom
The important monuments and popular shops are just a few highlights of Foggy Bottom. Make a stop by Potomac River or Chesapeake and Ohio Canal while you're exploring the area.
Dupont Circle
Visitors to Dupont Circle love its fantastic nightlife, and you can check out Dupont Circle and Mansion on O Street. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Dupont Circle Station.
- White House
- National Air and Space Museum
- Smithsonian's National Zoo
- Walter E. Washington Convention Center
- National Museum of African American History and Culture
- University of Maryland
- Arlington National Cemetery
- Union Station Shopping Center
- Smithsonian Institution
- Washington Monument
- George Washington University
- United States Capitol
- Washington Navy Yard
- Tysons Corner Center
- Georgetown University
- Nationals Park
- National Museum of Natural History
- George Washington's Mount Vernon
- Pentagon
- Kennedy Center
- Smithsonian American Art Museum