Riverdale Park Travel Guide
Washington
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Popular places to visit
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 Mall
Inspiring architecture, magnificent museums and the icons of American history await on Washington’s famous two-mile (three-kilometer) strip.
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Walter E. Washington Convention Center, a top convention centre in Washington. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
United States Capitol
Sitting on top of Capitol Hill is a Washington landmark that’s been the home of American democracy for more than 200 years.
MGM National Harbor Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to MGM National Harbor Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in National Harbor? Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its lively bars.
Things to do
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
US Capitol & Library of Congress Tour with Supreme Court, Senate
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
Top hotels in Riverdale Park
Washington Plaza Hotel
Good location. Reasonably priced. Rooms could use an update but overall I would stay again for a business stay.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Nice clean room and the hotel amenities great as well as nearby restaurants
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
The Watermark Hotel
From the moment I stepped into the lobby to speak with front desk personnel, I knew I had made a great choice. Clean, friendly staff, and fantastic amenities. You really don't have to leave the property. They have everything you need including a grocery store (Wegmans) occupying the ground level. ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Harborside Hotel
Breakfast leaves allot to be desired. Bagels. Toast. Pastry. And fruit. Nothing warm
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Arlo Washington DC
Property clean room decent No parking on site $25/ day with parking deck across the street.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
I had to change rooms twice. So many problems. Shower not working properly. I should have got another room but I was to tired I gave up.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Riverdale Park
Northeast
Northeast is a destination travellers like for its monuments, and you might hop aboard the metro at Rhode Island Ave. Station or Brookland-CUA Station to explore sights like Union Station Shopping Center.
Landover
You might enjoy the restaurants while in Landover. Prince George's Sports and Learning Complex is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Landover Station or Morgan Boulevard Station to see more of the city.
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.
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 take a ride at Shaw Station.
Capitol Hill
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Capitol Hill. Check out top attractions like United States Capitol and Folger Shakespeare Library, and jump on the metro at Capitol South Station or Eastern Market Station to see more of the city.
Logan Circle
A noteworthy feature of Logan Circle is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Studio Theatre and Mary McLeod Bethune Council House.
