Upper Northwest
Washington
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Popular places to visit
American University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of American University during your travels in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
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 acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
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
Washington’s famous strip is teeming with American history in each and every monument and museum that you’ll see.
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 notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Things to do
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour
Top hotels in Upper Northwest
Omni Shoreham Hotel
"Talk about nickle and dime as much as possible. The coffee was horrible and NOT free. The coffee they give in room was awful. You can get coffee downstarirs if you wait in line with 20 people and 1 staff making burnt crap coffee. No creamer. Ceilings were leaking above elevator on 2B. our rooms were ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Glover Park - Georgetown
"Totally worth the money"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
"It was a clean, reasonably priced, good option."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
The Watermark Hotel
"I truly enjoyed my stay at this hotel"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Harborside Hotel
"For the most part the room was as expected the hotel premises was exceptional, however, disappointing part of my day was what they considered a breakfast It was much less than a continental breakfast. Overall rescheduled for 1 to 10 this hotel will get a 8.5."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
"Convenient location and helpful staff. Clean and comfortable room and dining area."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
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 Smithsonian Institution, 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 Old Stone House or Washington Harbour.
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 Market 5 Gallery – 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.
Logan Circle
A noteworthy feature of Logan Circle is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Studio Theatre and Mary McLeod Bethune Council House.
