Eckington 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 notable monuments or shops 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 entertainment choices and fascinating museums.
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
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Cherry Blossoms, Boat Cruise, Tickets
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
U.S. Capitol and Library of Congress Tour with Rotunda & Crypts
Top hotels in Eckington
Washington Plaza Hotel
The staff were friendly and the room was nice and clean!
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Decent
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
Good
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Arlo Washington DC
Clean, small room.
Reviewed on 5 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 Eckington
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.
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.
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.
Penn Quarter
While you're in Penn Quarter, take in top sights like United States Navy Memorial and jump on the metro at Archives 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.
