Brightwood Travel Guide
Washington
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 entertainment choices and notable monuments.
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's great live music and shops.
MGM National Harbor Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to MGM National Harbor Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in National Harbor? Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its lively bars.
Things to do
National Mall Monuments Night Tour with 10+ Stops, Entry Tickets
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
National Mall Tour with 10+ Stops, Boat Cruise, Entry Tickets
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Brightwood
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
We had a good time on Friday until we didn’t have water from 5pm until 11am on Saturday
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
The room was spotless. The management and staff were incredibly helpful and attentive. Thank you for another supreme experience.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
citizenM Washington DC NoMa
Love it
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Hotel Lombardy
Quaint hotel with very comfy beds and plenty of space. Close to the metro made getting in, out, and around simple.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hotel Washington
Great location, friendly staff, amazing vibe inside the hotel
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Washington D.C.
Room was very clean, smelled great and was very comfortable. My only complaint was i did not know i was being charged for parking. That was a slap in the face. But everyone was pretty nice
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Brightwood
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.
Shaw
Visitors often come to Shaw for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Howard Theatre and Carter G. Woodson Residence. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Shaw 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.
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.
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.
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.
