Columbia Heights Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Meridian Hill Park
Meridian Hill Park is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Nationals Park
Catch an event at Nationals Park during your trip to Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Things to do
Washington DC Small-Group Sightseeing Experience
Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour
U.S. Capitol and Library of Congress Tour with Rotunda & Crypts
Smithsonian "Big 3" Highlights Tour (Air & Space Entry Included)
National Archives VIP Skip-The-Line Small Group Guided Tour
Top hotels in Columbia Heights
Washington Plaza Hotel
"It was a clean older hotel, the staff was amazing, and the only real complaint I would have is the beds are very uncomfortable."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
"Convenient location and helpful staff. Clean and comfortable room and dining area."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
The Watermark Hotel
"I truly enjoyed my stay at this hotel"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Harborside Hotel
"Great experience with check in and the room was perfect for my child’s send off for prom preparation."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Arlo Washington DC
"Great check in. Friendly staff, nice large gym. Great Spanish tapas on the hotel as other regular fare. Good location-parking lot across the stress that doesn’t try to gauge you. Tata coffee and Japanese food court nearby."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
"Room was clean. Plenty of towels. Comfortable beds. Quiet."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Columbia Heights
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 Studio Theatre and Mary McLeod Bethune Council House.
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.
Northwest
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Smithsonian Institution, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC 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.
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.
