NoMa Travel Guide
Washington





Popular places to visit

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 fascinating museums.

Columbus Circle
Find out about the history of Washington with a stop at Columbus Circle. Experience the area's fascinating museums and entertainment choices.

National Postal Museum
You can study the exhibits at National Postal Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and shops.

American Legion Freedom Bell
Find out about the history of Washington when you take a trip to American Legion Freedom Bell. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
University of the District of Columbia Community College
Walk around the campus at University of the District of Columbia Community College during your visit to Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Ceres Statue
Find out about the history of Washington when you spend time at Ceres Statue. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
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

Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour
Top hotels in NoMa

citizenM Washington, D.C. NoMa
The hotel has a very nice lobby area made for relaxing.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol

Courtyard Washington, DC/U.S. Capitol
Didn't like the area far as ghetto people hanging out in front of the hotel and the 7eleven . Staff was ok room was decent . Never going back
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Hyatt Place Washington DC/US Capitol
Staff ..
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Washington Plaza Hotel
Staff and front desk area were lovely. Location was great. Pool was closed despite 80 degree weather and the room was dated and dirty around the edges.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Great hotel in a great location. Walkable to many attractions, restaurants and nightlife. Nice onsite restaurant/bar. Valet parking was convenient but a bit pricey ($70/night).
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around NoMa

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 Carter G. Woodson Residence. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Shaw Station.

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.

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.

Southwest Federal Center
While you're in Southwest Federal Center, take in top sights like Smithsonian Institution or L'Enfant Plaza, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at L'Enfant Plaza Station or Federal Center Station.

Southeast
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Southeast. Spend some time visiting top spots like Nationals Park, and catch the metro at Potomac Ave Station or Eastern Market Station to see more of the area.

