Southwest Federal Center
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Popular places to visit

Museum of the Bible
You can study the exhibits at Museum of the Bible, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.

International Spy Museum
Delve into the world of spies, their gadgets and their stories, at this modern museum in the heart of downtown DC.

United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
You can study the exhibits at United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.

L'Enfant Plaza
During your trip to Washington, you can do some window-shopping at L'Enfant Plaza. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.

Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Bureau of Engraving and Printing is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments.

Bartholdi Fountain
Bartholdi Fountain is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices.
Things to do

Washington DC Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

National Mall Night Tour with 10+ Attractions & Cherry Blossoms

Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour

Washington DC Hop On-Off Trolley Tour

Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Southwest Federal Center

citizenM Washington DC Capitol
Great location. No coffee maker in the rooms.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Salamander Washington DC
All was absolutely beautiful! We had a wonderful time and I recommend this hotel greatly! Staff was super nice and responsive always smiling, they seemed happy with their job and that showed in everything. Thank you for the great hospitality! we will come again!!!
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG
We were told over the phone that parking was included with the price of the room. This false information cost us an additional $65.00. The parking garage was like catacombs and poorly marked with no space numbers. The TV cut off more that it worked; that is, the channels could not be picked up by ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf
Clean,safe and close to many attraction
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026

Washington Plaza Hotel
Nice lobby restaurant & bar
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Very nice breakfast but slow service.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Federal Center

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 Waterfront
While you're in Southwest Waterfront, take in top sights like Arena Stage and jump on the metro at Waterfront 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.

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.

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.
