Petworth Travel Guide
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.
National Mall
Inspiring architecture, magnificent museums and the icons of American history await on Washington’s famous two-mile (three-kilometer) strip.
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.
University of Maryland, College Park
Explore the campus of University of Maryland, College Park, a top university in College Park. Experience the area's fascinating museums and lively festivals.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
National Air and Space Museum
Heaven for aviation enthusiasts, this museum takes you on an uplifting journey through the history of flight and space travel.
Things to do
Smithsonian American Art Museum Tour
African American Heritage Tour of Washington DC/Free tickets NMAAC
Washington, D.C. Day Trip with Transportation from NYC
Small-Group Guided Tour inside US Capitol & Library of Congress
Washington DC Delicious Donut Adventure by Underground Donut Tour
Night-Time City Tour of Washington DC
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Other neighbourhoods around Petworth
Northwest
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and National Mall, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.
Adams Morgan
Visitors highly recommend Adams Morgan for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by District of Columbia Arts Center while you're in town.
Logan Circle
A noteworthy feature of Logan Circle is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out National City Christian Church and Studio Theatre.
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.
Upper Northwest
If you're spending time in Upper Northwest, check out sights like Washington National Cathedral or United States Naval Observatory and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Tenleytown Station or Van Ness-UDC Station.
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.
More to explore for Petworth
Fitness Itinerary Washington DC
- White House
- National Mall
- United States Capitol
- University of Maryland
- National Air and Space Museum
- Arlington National Cemetery
- MGM National Harbor Casino
- Capital One Arena
- Smithsonian's National Zoo
- Lincoln Memorial
- Washington Monument
- Georgetown University
- George Washington's Mount Vernon
- FedEx Field
- National Museum of Natural History
- Pentagon