Bethesda Downtown 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.
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 shops or notable monuments 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.
Northwest Stadium
Catch an event at Northwest Stadium during your trip to Hyattsville. Attend a football match or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Union Station Shopping Center
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Union Station Shopping Center, a popular shopping spot in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's entertainment choices and notable monuments.
Things to do
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
DC Monuments & History Guided E-Cart Tour-Blankets
Top hotels in Bethesda Downtown
The Bethesdan Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Wow, this place is seriously the best! I drove a whopping 7 hours from my hometown to Washington for a birthday getaway, and check-in is usually at 3 p.m., but since I got there early, I figured they’d just make me wait until check-in time . And guess what? They gave me a room right away! While I ...
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
Clean rooms…. Great view…. Nice staff I would book again!
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Staff was great, room was great.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
citizenM Washington DC NoMa
The room was nice and the breakfast was good the only complaint I have is the bed itself was uncomfortable to the point I couldn’t sleep
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Washington D.C.
Yes we enjoyed ourselves. Love the cleanness .
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Hotel Washington
Superb! Location, location, location! Great service, customer service...the VUI burger is to die for! Staff was amazing. Only mention is maybe turn the lobby music down just a tad, and please play soothing elevator music...ubeat pop is a little much. Perfect
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Bethesda Downtown
Northwest
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Capital One Arena, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.
Georgetown
Georgetown is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Washington Harbour or Dumbarton Oaks.
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.
Foggy Bottom
Important monuments a university vibe and top sights from Potomac River to Chesapeake and Ohio Canal – discover Foggy Bottom, a destination also famous for its historic sites.
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.
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 of the city at Farragut North Station or Farragut West Station.
