Brookland Travel Guide
Washington
Popular places to visit
Franciscan Monastery
After visiting Franciscan Monastery, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
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.
Things to do
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
US Capitol & Library of Congress Tour with Supreme Court, Senate
Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour
Washington DC Small-Group Sightseeing Experience
U.S. Capitol and Library of Congress Tour with Rotunda & Crypts
Top hotels in Brookland
Washington Plaza Hotel
Nice
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Restaurant was amazing, hotel room was clean and great all around. Close walking distance to main attractions.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
The Watermark Hotel
I love this hotel! I always stay here when I come into town. The staff is great, and the included breakfast is even better. My room is always clean. The only issue I had was the water pressure in the shower, it was very low this visit. I’m not sure if it was just the shower spout in this room, or ...
Reviewed on 13 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
The Bethesdan Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Yes the room, the hotel and the gym was great
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown
The room was very small. The cleaners took my charger thinking I checked out early. Parking was $60 a night in the closest garage. The front desk told me it was $20. No complementary breakfast.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Brookland
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.
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.
Logan Circle
A noteworthy feature of Logan Circle is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Mary McLeod Bethune Council House and Studio Theatre.
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.
Downtown Washington D.C.
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Washington D.C.. Check out top attractions like Smithsonian Institution and National Museum of Women in the Arts, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.
