Southwest Waterfront Travel Guide
Washington
Visit Southwest Waterfront
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.
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 shops or notable monuments 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 shops.
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and shops.
MGM National Harbor Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to MGM National Harbor Casino during your visit to National Harbor? Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its lively bars.
Things to do
George Washington's Mount Vernon Gardens & Grounds Admission
U.S. Capitol and Library of Congress Tour with Rotunda & Crypts
Top hotels in Southwest Waterfront
Washington Plaza Hotel
It was a nice hotel in a centrally located area and budget friendly!
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Thin walls, loud guests throughout the night, hard to sleep. We also got the wrong size bed when we arrived
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
Clean room, great staff, amazing room and view. Only issue was with the location being 20-25 mins away from city and the bar who over charged $125 for 4 shots of whiskey and 1 Espresso Martini. She did try to make the bill for 25 mins and finally charged $125. I dont know in what world they would ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Arlo Washington DC
Really enjoyed our stay!
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Horrible stay old and dirty rooms, broken things, food scattered in hallway, extra charges that you have to spend time recovering. Save your time and money stay elsewhere
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill
It was pretty good, ice machines on the 5th floor were broken as well as the outlets in the bathroom but overall, good stay
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Waterfront
The Wharf
You'll enjoy the restaurants and riverfront in The Wharf. You might want to make time for a stop at The Anthem or Gangplank Marina.
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.
Southwest
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Southwest. Check out top attractions like Smithsonian Institution and Fort Lesley J McNair, and jump on the metro at Waterfront Station or L'Enfant Plaza Station to see more of the city.
Navy Yard
While you're in Navy Yard, take in top sights like Washington Navy Yard and jump on the metro at Navy Yard Station to see more of the city.
Capitol Hill
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Capitol Hill. Check out top attractions like Folger Shakespeare Library and Library of Congress, and jump on the metro at Capitol South Station or Eastern Market Station to see more of the city.
Penn Quarter
While you're in Penn Quarter, take in top sights like Sidney Harman Hall and jump on the metro at Archives Station to see more of the city.
