Ivy City Travel Guide
Washington
Popular places to visit
Gallaudet University
Explore the campus of Gallaudet University during your visit to Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments.
National Mall
Inspiring architecture, magnificent museums and the icons of American history await on Washington’s famous two-mile (three-kilometer) strip.
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.
Arlington National Cemetery
Pay tribute to those who lost their lives fighting for their country in the best-known military cemetery in America.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries 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
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
DC Monuments with River Cruise, Cherry Blossoms, Entry Tickets
Spirit of Washington D.C. Signature Lunch Cruise
African American Heritage Tour of Washington DC/Free tickets NMAAC
White House, National Mall Capital Highlight and Lincoln Memorial
See DC In A Day: Guided Small Group Ultimate Day Tour
Top hotels in Ivy City
Hotel Nell - Union Market
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025
Washington Plaza Hotel
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025
The Henley Park Hotel
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025
Hotel Arboretum
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025
Omni Shoreham Hotel
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ivy City
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 United States Capitol.
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.
Shaw
Visitors often come to Shaw for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Howard Theatre and Shiloh Baptist Church of Washington. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Shaw Station.
Southeast
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Southeast. Spend some time visiting top spots like Washington Navy Yard, and catch the metro at Potomac Ave Station or Eastern Market Station to see more of the area.
Penn Quarter
While you're in Penn Quarter, take in top sights like FBI Headquarters and jump on the metro at Archives 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 Capital One Arena and Smithsonian Institution, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.
- National Mall
- White House
- MGM National Harbor Casino
- Arlington National Cemetery
- United States Capitol
- University of Maryland
- Capital One Arena
- Smithsonian's National Zoo
- Georgetown University
- Washington Monument
- National Museum of Natural History
- National Air and Space Museum
- George Washington's Mount Vernon
- Lincoln Memorial
- Pentagon
- Fashion Center at Pentagon City
- International Spy Museum