Brookland Travel Guide
Washington





Popular places to visit

Franciscan Monastery
You can learn about the history of Washington when you stop by Franciscan Monastery. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments.

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.

Union Station Shopping Center
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Union Station Shopping Center, a popular shopping spot in Washington. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Things to do

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

Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket

DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Cherry Blossoms, Boat Cruise, Tickets

U.S. Capitol and Library of Congress Tour with Rotunda & Crypts
Top hotels in Brookland

Washington Plaza Hotel
Very accommodating.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Very Disappointing and Not Worth the Price I stayed at Hamilton Washington DC and was extremely disappointed. The entire hotel is old and outdated — the rooms, the furniture, the bathroom — everything looks worn out and in need of serious renovation. The photos on the booking website showed a completely ...
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026

Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
Our stay was an absolute delight. The room was clean and the breakfast was excellent.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026

Arlo Washington DC
Beautiful hotel.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026

Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Excellent breakfast buffet. Nice large TV but had connectivity problems. Easy to access from local major highways.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026

Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill
Switches for lights are not easy to find, no ice, towels would be more accessible if they were on the shelf on the wall, no microwave, no indoor pool. For the price of the hotel, I was surprised there was no pool and microwave. What was great: food, breakfast and dinner, it’s a clean and quiet place, ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Brookland

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.

NoMa
While you're in NoMa, take in top sights like Union Station Shopping Center and jump on the metro at Gallaudet U 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.

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.

Downtown Washington D.C.
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Washington D.C.. Check out top attractions like Capital One Arena and Smithsonian Institution, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.

