Upper Northwest Travel Guide
Washington
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Popular places to visit
Washington National Cathedral
Inside this vast, striking building are richly decorated chapels, important artwork and a stained-glass window that contains a piece of the moon.
Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens
You can browse the exhibits at Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's fascinating museums 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.
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's great live music and shops.
Arlington National Cemetery
Pay tribute to those who lost their lives fighting for their country in the best-known military cemetery in America.
Things to do
DC Monuments with River Cruise, Cherry Blossoms, Entry Tickets
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
US Capitol & Library of Congress Guided Tour with Capitol Hill
FBI vs. Bank Robbers Quest Experience in Washington DC Quest
DC Cherry Blossom Tour with Optional Guided Entry into 3 museums
Top hotels in Upper Northwest
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Other neighbourhoods around Upper Northwest
Northwest
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Capital One Arena, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.
Georgetown
Georgetown is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Washington Harbour or Embassy Row.
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.
Foggy Bottom
Important monuments a university vibe and top sights from Potomac River to Chesapeake and Ohio Canal – discover Foggy Bottom, a destination also famous for its historic sites.
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.
Rosslyn
The ample dining options and prominent monuments are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Freedom Park or Dark Star Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Rosslyn Station to get around town.
Hotels Near Upper Northwest, Washington
- Northwest Hotels
- Georgetown Hotels
- Woodley Park Hotels
- Cleveland Park Hotels
- Mount Pleasant Hotels
- Glover Park Hotels
- Friendship Heights Hotels
- Lanier Heights Hotels
- Cathedral Heights Hotels
- Burleith - Hillandale Hotels
- Tenleytown Hotels
- Forest Hills Hotels
- The Palisades Hotels
- North Cleveland Park Hotels
- American University Park Hotels
- Spring Valley Hotels
- Foxhall Village Hotels
- Van Ness Hotels
- Wesley Heights Hotels
- Foxhall Crescent Hotels