Title: La Plata Travel Guide: Best of La Plata, Maryland Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in La Plata](https://expedia.co.uk/La-Plata-Hotels.d10012.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in La Plata](https://expedia.co.uk/La-Plata-Holiday-Rentals.d10012.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[La Plata Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-La-Plata.d10012.Car-Hire-Guide)[La Plata Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/La-Plata.d10012.Holidays-City-Breaks) # La Plata Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Indian head rail trail by the mattawoman creek (doesn't look like a creek) I've come here for years. Highly haunted and I've had my arm grabbed on this trail. Plus a ton of other stories that are to long to include. However in the winter it is empty and scarce of visitors. Truly a gem](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10012/8d663d3c-a73e-49a0-ba79-ec5a0a519c99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Indian head rail trail by the mattawoman creek (doesn't look like a creek) I've come here for years. Highly haunted and I've had my arm grabbed on this trail. Plus a ton of other stories that are to long to include. However in the winter it is empty and scarce of visitors. Truly a gem](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10012/8d663d3c-a73e-49a0-ba79-ec5a0a519c99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit La Plata Things to do - Top hotels in La Plata - Top Holiday Rentals in La Plata ![Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/15100/15009/4c98766e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel 900 S Orme St Arlington VA £72 23 Jan - 24 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arlington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (2,919 reviews) Nice place Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=24%2F01%2F2026&selected=15009&PinnedHotelID=15009&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=10012) ![citizenM Washington DC Capitol](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45740000/45730900/45730805/281834a8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### citizenM Washington DC Capitol 550 School St SW Washington DC £85 25 Jan - 26 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9/10 Wonderful! (3,092 reviews) This is a unique hotel with a lot of fun, funky character. PROS: The ambiance was unique and enjoyable throughout the stay. The technology in the rooms is impressive. The bed was spacious and comfortable. Fun design and a very different room layout than at most hotels. Sushi restaurant and bar were ... Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F01%2F2026&endDate=26%2F01%2F2026&selected=45730805&PinnedHotelID=45730805&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=10012) ![Salamander Washington DC](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1050000/1044300/1044257/4a52295b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Salamander Washington DC 1330 Maryland Ave, SW Washington DC £259 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,078 reviews) This hotel was amazing! Everything from location, service and rooms! We would absolutely stay here again! Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=1044257&PinnedHotelID=1044257&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=10012) [See all 3,050 properties in La Plata](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=21%2F01%2F2026&endDate=22%2F01%2F2026®ionId=10012) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Placemakr Buzzard Point](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113170000/113163000/113162985/f57c31c3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Placemakr Buzzard Point 101 V St SW Washington DC Stay at this aparthotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions National Mall and Smithsonian ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (117 reviews) I genuinely enjoyed the room and view but the service, top notch. I needed an iron, brand new one provided. I needed suggestions for parking, multiple given. The staff were funny and I enjoyed talking to the ladies and young man in the office. I stayed in 623 and would have no problem coming back ... Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Washington-Hotels-Placemakr-Buzzard-Point.h113162985.Hotel-Information) ![Placemakr Marymount Ballston](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83830000/83824700/83824620/17d4e6e5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Placemakr Marymount Ballston 1008 N Glebe Rd Arlington VA Stay at this aparthotel in Arlington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9/10 Wonderful! (706 reviews) Clean and modern Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Washington-Hotels-Placemakr-Marymount-Ballston.h83824620.Hotel-Information) ![Coda on Half, a Placemakr Experience - Navy Yard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83020000/83017200/83017127/50fc0495_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Coda on Half, a Placemakr Experience - Navy Yard 41 L St SE Washington DC Stay at this aparthotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9/10 Wonderful! (478 reviews) Room was very nice and staff was very accommodating. Above and beyond. Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Washington-Hotels-Coda-On-Half-A-Placemakr-Experience.h83017127.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in La Plata](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=10012&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check La Plata hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=10012&startDate=2026-01-20&endDate=2026-01-21)[20 Jan - 21 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=10012&startDate=2026-01-20&endDate=2026-01-21) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=10012&startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22)[21 Jan - 22 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=10012&startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=10012&startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=25%2F01%2F2026)[23 Jan - 25 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=10012&startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=25%2F01%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=10012&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026)[30 Jan - 1 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=10012&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### UM Charles Regional Medical Center If UM Charles Regional Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of La Plata. [](https://expedia.co.uk/UM-Charles-Regional-Medical-Center-Waldorf.d624549964999888896.Attraction) #### College of Southern Maryland Walk around the campus at College of Southern Maryland during your visit to La Plata. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's art scene. [](https://expedia.co.uk/College-Of-Southern-Maryland-La-Plata.d553248635974804697.Attraction) #### Regency Furniture Stadium Catch an event at Regency Furniture Stadium during your trip to La Plata. Attend a sporting event in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Regency-Furniture-Stadium-La-Plata.d6277772.Attraction) #### Port Tobacco Players Get tickets for a show at Port Tobacco Players, a theatre with a story to tell in La Plata. You can attend a sporting event while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Port-Tobacco-Players-La-Plata.d553248621532662063.Attraction) #### Thomas Stone National Historic Site Learn about the local history of La Plata with a stop at Thomas Stone National Historic Site. You can attend a sporting event while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Thomas-Stone-National-Historic-Site-La-Plata.d6091717.Attraction) #### Hawthorne Country Club Enjoy a round of golf in La Plata at Hawthorne Country Club. You can attend a sporting event while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hawthorne-Country-Club-La-Plata.d553248621561196319.Attraction) ### Things to do ![George Washington Mansion](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45725227/16a1b485-61b8-4058-902d-791fdbbb9ed9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Admission & Guided Tour of Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria £73 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/admission-guided-tour-of-mount-vernon-and-old-town-alexandria.a45725227.activity-details) ![Mt.Vernon Mansion.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4636762/556bac15-2e0f-4dcc-ae89-fb39395586ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### PrivateTour of Mount Vernon By Van. £372 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/privatetour-of-mount-vernon-by-van.a4636762.activity-details) ![Private Tour in Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49602175/30ebcad3-68a0-4d70-b461-c36b553877f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Tour Mount Vernon.Old Town Alexandria (English/Portuguese) £328 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-tour-mount-vernonold-town-alexandria-englishportuguese.a49602175.activity-details) ![Mount Vernon Mansion](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1213392/9ae1f7fa-e05f-4757-9203-e8f27bde3ff0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Mt. Vernon/Arlington Cemetery Tour for up to 10 Guests £726 per traveller **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-mt-vernonarlington-cemetery-tour-for-up-to-10-guests.a1213392.activity-details) ![Mount Vernon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47254541/d0febd47-56ab-478d-86ca-0007b8d848c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Mount Vernon Tour for up to 10 Guests £615 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-mount-vernon-tour-for-up-to-10-guests.a47254541.activity-details) ![Private Mount Vernon and Arlington National Cemetery Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47605814/445bebcf-e536-4a1e-8c0b-8fbfac42b5f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Mount Vernon and Arlington National Cemetery Tour £410 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-mount-vernon-and-arlington-national-cemetery-tour.a47605814.activity-details) [See all activities in La Plata](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-La-Plata.d10012.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near La Plata ![Another Indian head rail trail picture ❤️](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7808/059719d0-2fb6-4412-b5b8-8e2f4420d72e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Indian Head - Cities near La Plata - Places of interest [Indian Head](https://expedia.co.uk/Indian-Head.dx7808) - [Hawthorne Country Club ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hawthorne-Country-Club-La-Plata.d553248621561196319.Attraction) - [National Mall ](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Mall-Southwest.d507500.Attraction) - [MGM National Harbor Casino ](https://expedia.co.uk/MGM-National-Harbor-Casino-Washington.d553248633992258099.Attraction) - [United States Capitol ](https://expedia.co.uk/United-States-Capitol-Capitol-Hill.d503260.Attraction) - [Arlington National Cemetery ](https://expedia.co.uk/Arlington-National-Cemetery-Washington.d507505.Attraction) - [Marine Corps Base Quantico ](https://expedia.co.uk/Marine-Corps-Base-Quantico-Quantico.d6133553.Attraction) - [Washington Monument ](https://expedia.co.uk/Washington-Monument-Northwest.d503269.Attraction) - [Lincoln Memorial ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lincoln-Memorial-Washington.d503267.Attraction) - [National Museum of Natural History ](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Museum-Of-Natural-History-Northwest.d6068539.Attraction) - [Pentagon ](https://expedia.co.uk/Pentagon-Washington.d503257.Attraction) - [George Washington's Mount Vernon ](https://expedia.co.uk/George-Washingtons-Mount-Vernon-Alexandria.d503264.Attraction) - [National Air and Space Museum ](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Air-And-Space-Museum-Southwest.d503271.Attraction) - [Fashion Center at Pentagon City ](https://expedia.co.uk/Fashion-Center-At-Pentagon-City-Pentagon-City.d6083529.Attraction) - [International Spy Museum ](https://expedia.co.uk/International-Spy-Museum-Southwest.d6065565.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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